Author: Rick Outzen
Appointed superintendent may back on the ballot in 2026
On Tuesday, the Escambia County School Board approved by a 3-2 vote a resolution to put a referendum on the August 2026 midterm primary election,…
LOL: Celestine Lewis’ company is selling the building that houses her school
Yesterday, I reported that the founder of Jaqueline Harris Preparatory Academy, Celestine Lewis, tried to buy the Gibson School at a recent school board meeting….
DeSantis backs controversial UWF trustee, Scott Yenor
The News Service of Florida reports that Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday said he stood “100 percent” behind University of West Florida Board of Trustees…
Daily Outtakes: Is county administrator on the chopping block?
County government insiders expect the two rookie commissioners, Ashley Hofberger and Steve Stroberger, to make a move to terminate County Administrator Wes Moreno. Commissioner Hofberger…
Celestine Lewis tries to outbid City for Gibson school
The founder of Jaqueline Harris Preparatory Academy, Celestine Lewis, nearly scooped up the Gibson School at yesterday’s school board meeting. The board eventually approved the…
Tackling soaring property insurance premiums
Rising property insurance rates is the No. 1 complaint State Sen. Don Gaetz heard on the campaign trail last year. Gaetz is in the business…
TDC rescinds funding for Chappie James Memorial
The Escambia County TDC voted to rescind its previous $750,000 recommendation for the construction of General Daniel “Chappie” James Memorial Plaza.
Daily Outtakes: Heritage Foundation fellow appointed to PSC Board
New Pensacola State College Trustee Zachary Smith is the third Heritage Foundation fellow Gov. DeSantis has placed on local higher education boards.
Podcast: Mayor Reeves on parade security and safety
Mardi Gras Parade Closures in Downtown Pensacola The City of Pensacola is increasing parade safety by adding additional road closures to future parades, including the…
Presser notes: Parade security, Appointed vs Elected and more
PARADE SAFETY The most notable change will be the closure of Main Street’s east-west thoroughfare one hour before parade time. Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves said,…
Escambia County School Board to consider City offer for Gibson
At his press conference, Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves asked Escambia County School Superintendent Keith Leonard to join him and discuss the city’s offer for the…
Chappie James Memorial discussed behind closed doors, only PNJ invited
The Pensacola News Journal reports today on a closed-door meeting called by Escambia County Commission Chairman Mike Kohler for county and city staff to discuss…
DOE targets race in higher education, FDOE cheers
The Trump administration isn’t waiting for Congress to pass laws or for accreditation changes to purge higher education institutions of programs he dislikes.
Breaking: Senate votes to remove Yenor, but not from UWF BOT
UPDATE: I have received more information. The Senate Ethics & Election Committee removed the position of UWF Broad of Trustees chair from the board of…
Daily Outtakes: Familiar name appointed to head State Immigration Enforcement
Former public safety “czar” Larry Keefe appointed the executive director of the State Board of Immigration Enforcement as Florida gears up to help ICE.
Breaking: Pensacola JazzFest 2025 canceled
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ veto for arts and culture events and reductions in donations have forced the Jazz Society of Pensacola to cancel the 43rd JazzFest in 2025.
Florida DCF unveils enhanced website supporting adoption
The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun Harris today announced the launch of a redesigned Adopt Florida website. The comprehensive update simplifies…
As tensions simmer, Andrade tells DeSantis, ‘Just don’t be a jerk’
Rep. Andrade expressed frustration with Desantis’ political posturing, noting the legislature’s support for the governor’s agenda. Listen to the podcast.
Podcast: Sun Belt basketball returns to Pensacola for fifth year
Sun Belt basketball returns to Pensacola for fifth year
Daily Outtakes: School Districts attempts to quell rumors re: N.B. Cook and PHS
Last week, parents expressed concern after rumors spread across the community that N.B. Cook Elementary and O.J. Semmes Elementary were merging and Pensacola High School…
