The Santa Rosa Island Authority (SRIA) is pleased to announce that James P. Morgan Memorial Park and Botanical Garden on Pensacola Beach Blvd. recently underwent a renovation and revitalization thanks to a…
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CivicCon returns in March
CivicCon is now in its fifth year. It is a partnership of the Studer Community Institute and the Pensacola News Journal with the goal of making our community a better place to…
Myers questions move to takeover FPL inside city limits
On WCOA, Pensacola Councilwoman Sherri Myers expressed her concerns over the city taking over the electric utility inside its city limits. “I’m very concerned over the push to municipalize the electric energy…
Chappie James memorial site relocated [podcast]
On WCOA this morning, Pensacola Mayor Grover Robinson said the planned Gen. Chappie James memorial tribute- which will include a jet and statue – will be relocated north of the bridge named…
Remember Recycling Center rules
The City of Pensacola would like to remind residents of the rules at the Summit Boulevard Recycling Center, due to a high volume of Styrofoam and other unrecyclable materials being disposed of….
‘One Mississippi’ and its Greenville connection
This week, the Mississippi House passed a bill to make Steve Azar’s “One Mississippi” the state’s song. Steve is the son of my father’s best friend, Joe Azar.
Alex Presha – Women’s figure skating drama [podcast]
ABC News’ Alex Presha talks about the medal ceremony for women’s figure skating and the food he’s sampled at the Winter Olympics.
New City scooter rules
New changes to the Shared Micromobility Pilot Program are in effect after City Council approved an amendment to the ordinance at the Feb. 10 City Council Meeting. The public should be aware of…
Heart Association, LPR and others help combat food insecurity
ON WCOA, Levin Papantonio Rafferty partner Peter Mougey talked about how the Heart Association is providing fresh produce to families in need. “Our community partners include Manna, Baptist, UWF, SCI and Escambia…
Dr. Lusharon Wiley on Equity Project Alliance [podcast]
On WCOA this morning, Dr. Lusharon Wiley of Innisfree Hotels discussed the Equity Project Alliance, which is featured in 2/17 edition of Inweekly.
Bands on the Beach return
Pensacola Beach’s popular outdoor summer concert series, Bands on the Beach, is back starting April 5 and features performers for every musical taste. Presented by the Santa Rosa Island Authority, these free,…
28th Annual Day of Caring next week
United Way of West Florida will hold its 28th Annual Day of Caring on Friday, Feb. 25. This year more than 500 individuals have registered to roll up their sleeves for Day…