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May 2009

May 22 – The U.S. Economic Development Administration announces a $2 million grant for technological infrastructure at the proposed technology park. May 21 – Circuit Court Judge Linda Nobles throws out the murder case against Jamal Lee due to a lack of evidence and inconsistencies in witness reports. May 19 – Escambia County Commissioner Gene Valentino unveils his "Pensacola Economic Development Authority" proposal at a joint meeting with the Pensacola City Council. May 8 – Following an ACLU lawsuit, a U.S. District Court judge approves a consent decree prohibiting Santa Rosa County School District officials from proselytizing to students. May 7 – Darnell Sims is arrested for misappropriating nearly $70,000 in state housing funds intended for the Youthbuild Pensacola.