Author: Rick Outzen
Summit Speech: Reeves’ Campaign Message for 2026?
Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves opened the Civic Leaders Summit on Wednesday, outlining his vision for the city’s future. He emphasized significant investments in infrastructure, housing,…
WSRE Foundation Ain’t Broke. Can $5.5M Save WSRE?
A Sept. 11 phone call changed everything for Pensacola’s beloved public television station, WSRE. Amy Day thought she was having a routine phone conversation with…
Pensacola’s Legislative Strategy Centers on Lobbyists
While the PNJ has garnered social media attention with its headline, “Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves and Rep. Alex Andrade aren’t speaking,” Mayor D.C. Reeves, at…
Commissioners Approve Modest Tax Relief
The Escambia County Commission’s final budget hearing on Wednesday night became a debate about tax burden and fiscal responsibility, resulting in a small but symbolic…
Podcast: Political Realities of Property Tax Reform
As Florida’s lawmakers gear up for another session focused on property tax reform, State Rep. Alex Andrade, a Pensacola Republican, offers insights on the appeal…
Baptist Hospital Demolition Moving Forward
With the Baptist Hospital property closing scheduled for Monday, Sept. 29, Mayor D.C. Reeves announced that demolition of the main hospital and three towers will…
Podcast: Inside McDaniels v. State of Florida
How a July 4th Arrest Changed Florida Gun Law Forever The First District Court of Appeal’s unanimous decision on Sept. 10 in McDaniels v. State…
Official Announcement of Parking Permit Program
The City of Pensacola is excited to announce the launch of two new parking options designed to better serve city residents: a Senior Parking Permit…
City Administrator Search–No Rush, No Pressure
Mayor D.C. Reeves made it clear during Tuesday’s press conference that the city has the luxury of taking its time to find the right person…
Foes of FPL Settlement Seek Another Look
Consumer advocates are urging Florida regulators to reconsider their dismissal of a “counter proposal” to Florida Power & Light’s rate increase settlement. The Office of…
Bay Bluffs Park Set for Major Comeback
Mayor D.C. Reeves announced at Tuesday’s press conference that the city is ready to begin gathering public input on how to spend the $2 million…
Council on Aging Forced to Reduce Hot Meals
Last week, WEAR-TV reporter Melanie Levi reported that cuts have been made to the Council on Aging’s congregate food program, which serves approximately 800 hot…
Florida TaxWatch Offers Five Options to Reduce Property Taxes
Gov. Ron DeSantis has questioned whether Floridians should continue paying “perpetual rent” to the government on property they already own. A new Florida TaxWatch report…
Podcast: Florida Sheriff on Constitutional Approach to Open Carry
Following a recent appellate court decision lifting Florida’s open carry prohibition, law enforcement across the state faces a complex legal puzzle about where firearms can…
Cruise Ships Coming to Pensacola in March 2026
Travel Market Report is touting American Cruise Line’s eight-day Gulf Coast cruise between Pensacola and New Orleans. “The eight-day Gulf Coast itinerary sails between New…
Dream Becomes Reality: SYSA Breaks Ground on Rafferty Center
After decades of planning and community support, the Southern Youth Sports Association (SYSA) officially broke ground this morning on the Rafferty Center. Decades in the…
WUSF Picks Up Story on UWF Hiring DeSantis-linked Law Firm
While other local media virtually ignored University of West Florida Trustee Chair Rebecca Matthews’s insistence on hiring Lawson Huck Gonzalez (LHG) over the objection of…
UWF honors Warren Averett, Mort O’Sullivan
The University of West Florida celebrated the lifetime giving of Warren Averett at a special ceremony in the Lewis Bear Jr. College of Business. The…
New Survey: Florida Women Face Rising Challenges
Florida women report that their basic needs are becoming increasingly difficult to meet. According to the 2025 Voices of Florida Women Survey, conducted by the…
Daily Outtakes: UWF Getting Charter School, But Who Will Run It?
University of West Florida faculty and staff received an email from the administration on Friday stating, “The University of West Florida is exploring the possibility…
