Author: Rick Outzen
BREAKING: Rudman skips country to avoid Senate hearing
Senate Don Gaetz (R-Crestview) called to say that Dr. Joel Rudman will not appear before the Senate Committee on Ethics and Elections to seek approval…
Unlikely Conservative Heroes: Gaetz, Andrade and Salzman stand against DeSantis
From Loyal Allies to Independent Voices In the shifting landscape of Florida politics, three Northwest Florida Republicans have emerged as unexpected champions of local control…
Daily Outtakes: Text messages show DeSantis attorney’s involvement
When Stephanie White asked Hope Florida Foundation attorney about the $10 million settlement and its distribution, Jeff Aaron said: “With regard to those transactions. I…
UWF gives hope to Idaho GOP resistance
Christa Hazel texted me a link to the Idaho Education News article on Scott Yenor’s resignation from the University of West Florida Board of Trustees….
Pensacola Navy Days Celebrates Military Heritage
Pensacola Navy Days, presented by Navy Federal Credit Union and the Pensacola Ice Flyers, returns this spring to honor the rich military heritage of the…
Hope Florida: Stephanie White Pushes for Transparency
Board member Stephanie White of Pensacola took center stage at the Hope Florida Foundation board meeting yesterday, questioning discrepancies in the organization’s financial reporting. White…
Cruise ship stopping in Pensacola next March
American Cruise Lines has announced its newest Gulf Coast itinerary for next March, offering an 8-day, 7-night journey between New Orleans and Pensacola. The voyage…
Save UWF wants to fill the bus for Trustee hearing
Save UWF issued a statement on its website yesterday regarding the resignation of Tampa podcaster Gates Garcia’s resignation from the University of West Florida Board…
Gallery Night presents Pensacola Navy Days
Gallery Night Pensacola invites you to honor our city’s rich military heritage during “Pensacola Navy Days: Vintage Vibes & Valor” on Friday, April 18 from…
County Housing program changes lives
For many long-term residents of Escambia County, their homes have become more than just places to live—they’ve become sources of stress and safety concerns. Structural…
Pensacola celebrates Bronze Bicycle Friendly Status
The City of Pensacola is preparing to celebrate National Bike Month this May with renewed enthusiasm after receiving the Bronze Bicycle Friendly Community designation from…
UWF’s annual Day of Giving returns today
University of West Florida Argonauts and supporters worldwide are invited to participate in UWF’s seventh annual Day of Giving on Thursday, April 17. Alumni, students,…
BREAKING: Gates Garcia resigns from the UWF Board of Trustees
Tallahassee sources have shared that Tampa podcaster Gates Garcia has resigned from the University of West Florida Board of Trustees. Gates is the second resignation…
Daily Outtakes: Saunders discusses new stadium [podcast]
The Tourist Development Council (TDC) unanimously approved the University of West Florida (UWF) ‘s $2 million funding request to support its new stadium project. On…
Three hot ‘(we don’t) Color on the Dog’ podcasts
In between writing and researching, I found the time for three revealing podcasts: Blueprint for Growth In this episode, we explore with Dr. Martha Saunders…
Hope Florida executive director resigns
Florida Politics broke the news earlier today that Erik Dellenback, Executive Director of Hope Florida, has resigned from his position effective May 1, just months…
Salzman’s bill that DeSantis dissed passes full House
Rep. Michelle Salzman’s HB 1321 passed the Florida House by a 104-8 vote. The legislation repeals a 2022 law that provided exemptions to public records…
Forever Chemicals: Earth Day screening unveils PFAS crisis
This Earth Day, Pensacola residents have a rare opportunity to understand an environmental crisis affecting our own backyard. On April 22, from 5:30 to 8…
Follow the Money: Foundation Chair admits ‘Mistakes were made’
The Hope Florida Foundation, a nonprofit organization tasked with fundraising for Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis’ welfare assistance initiative, has found at the center of…
TDC unanimously approves $2M for UWF Stadium
The Escambia County Tourist Development Council (TDC) unanimously approved yesterday a $2 million funding request for the University of West Florida’s new football stadium. The…
