Author: Rick Outzen
UF/IFAS Escambia Extension Peanut Butter Challenge Underway Through Nov. 24
UF/IFAS Escambia Extension’s annual Peanut Butter Challenge is underway, with donations accepted now through Monday, Nov. 24. Coordinated by UF/IFAS Extension and Florida A&M University…
Guardian ad Litem Foundation Needs Your Support
Guardian ad Litem Foundation has a major fundraiser next month—“Give and Groove” with the Mulligans on Friday, November 7, at The Sanctuary, 716 N. 9th…
In-Depth Look @ UWF State of the University 2025
The University of West Florida held its annual State of the University address today, with Interim President Manny Diaz Jr. delivering the keynote. Joined by…
United Way Dropped “Equity” from Achieve, Not Zack Smith
United Way of West Florida President & CEO Lauren Gilliam told Inweekly yesterday afternoon that it was her decision to drop “equity” from the Achieve…
Ice Flyers Ready to Shine: $10M Arena Upgrade Sets Stage for Season Opener
As the puck drops on the Pensacola Ice Flyers’ 2025-26 season this Saturday, owner Greg Harris promises fans an experience “like nothing they’ve ever seen…
West Florida High Named to “Best High Schools” List
U.S. News & World Report has announced that West Florida High School of Advanced Technology is a “Best High Schools” winner, earning a national ranking…
NAS Lifts Ban of Wild Greg’s Saloon
After three months, Wild Greg’s Saloon in downtown Pensacola can once again welcome service members through its doors. The Armed Forces Disciplinary Control Board at…
Escambia Children’s Trust Puts Mental Health Programs on Hold Amid Budget Concerns
Board members raise questions about expenses, missing audits, and mission drift as three providers face additional review. What was expected to be a routine renewal…
City Breaks Ground on Airport Expansion
Pensacola International Airport celebrated a milestone moment today as community leaders, aviation partners, and local stakeholders gathered to break ground on an ambitious Terminal Expansion…
Andrade Testifies Before Hope Florida Foundation Grand Jury
A criminal investigation into the alleged misuse of Florida Medicaid settlement funds advanced yesterday as two key witnesses, State Rep. Alex Andrade and Save Our…
Something’s Not Adding Up in Florida’s Voucher Program
When Gov. Ron DeSantis signed universal school choice into law in 2023, advocates celebrated a historic victory. Today, more than half of Florida’s K-12 students…
Zack Smith Wipes Away Achieve Escambia
Pensacola State College (PSC) Trustee Zack Smith has problems with Achieve Escambia and PSC hiring its former executive director, according to the draft minutes for…
No Ban on Drag Shows at the Saenger
At the Pensacola City Council meeting on Oct. 9, citizens packed the council chambers to speak against and in favor of a drag show scheduled…
New Palafox Bids Received, We Will See What We Get Next Week
Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves provided an update on the highly anticipated New Palafox Street project during his weekly press conference this morning, revealing that while…
Vannoy Tires Acquired by Sun Auto Tire & Service
Sun Auto Tire & Service has acquired Vannoy’s Tires’ seven locations throughout the greater Pensacola area, marking a significant expansion of the company’s Gulf Coast…
First Amendment Champion Passes
The Pensacola legal community lost one of its most influential figures last week with the passing of William (Bill) H. Clark on October 10. As…
Looking for $5 million to End Infant Mortality
At the 2025 Civic Leaders Summit, Jill Miller, the president and CEO of Bethesda Inc. and the bi3 Fund, shared how Cincinnati conquered what many…
$5,000 Reward Offered for Evidence in Jay Hospital Photo Scandal
Zarzaur Law, P.A., seeks critical evidence in an unprecedented case involving a patient privacy violation. The law firm has announced a $5,000 reward for the…
Simmons on Fair Security and Engagement Awards
Sheriff Chip Simmons recently sat down to reflect on the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office’s fourth annual Engagement Awards and discuss preparations for the upcoming Pensacola…
Sunday’s Child 2025 Grant Winners
Sunday’s Child, a Pensacola Bay Area member-based philanthropic group that promotes LGBTQ+ inclusion and equality by awarding grants to significant charitable and economic initiatives, recently…
