Category: Caring
PS today: Victims Next Door
On Pensacola Speaks today, PNJ Executive Editor Lisa Nellessen-Lara will discuss her paper’s powerful four-part series on child abuse, “Victims Next Door.” The issue is…
Senate bill for Charlotte’s Web distribution still alive
Yesterday State Sen. Rob Bradley offered an amendment to SB 7066 that revived the fight to establish a law for the distribution for low THC…
Showtime 2015: Pensacola Children’s Chorus Celebrates 25 Years
The Pensacola Children’s Chorus, under the direction of Allen and Susan Pote, will celebrate its 25th Season as it presents the annual production of Showtime…
Podcast: Sue Hand on FavorHouse and the White Rose Luncheon
Domestic Violence is a huge issue for Escambia County. Sue Hand and FavorHouse provide a tremendous service to the community.
Modern Eldorados kick off Blues Angel Music Blues on the Bay Concert Series on May 3
The Blues Angel Music Blues on the Bay Concert Series returns to the Community Maritime Park for a second season Sunday, May 3 from 6-8…
What is your Pensacola area bucket list
It has been a long week. Let’s have some fun on Pensacola Speaks. Email (rick@inweekly), tweet (@routzen, post here or call in this afternoon (478-3116)…
Charlotte’s Web caught up in greed and politics
Ryan Wiggins of Full Contact Strategies sent out this afternoon a statement from the Mosley family regarding the current status of Charlotte’s Web in Florida….
Quint Studer wants Springfest to focus on locals, not tourists (podcast)
On Pensacola Speaks yesterday, Quint Studer talked about his hopes for the revival of Springfest. He said the steering committee needs to make a decision…
Chocolate Fest this Saturday
The 12th annual Chocolate Fest is coming to Cordova Mall this Saturday from 12-3 p.m. All proceeds will benefit Gulf Coast Kid’s House. Gulf Coast…
Daily Brew Tuesday: PYP beginnings revisited
This week, I’m co-hosting with Carly “Slim” Borden “The Daily Brew” on BLAB TV. As the picture shows I have a face for radio, not…
PS today: Govt that works and FBI lab scandal
Today on Pensacola Speaks, I will interview author John Bernard on his book “Government That Works.” Bernard has successfully gotten governments to apply a lean…
Groundbreaking for Rotary Centennial Playground at Community Maritime Park April 21
The official groundbreaking of the Rotary Centennial Playground at the Community Maritime Park will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 21. The world-class, inclusive playground is…
BBBS launches 100 Men in 100 Days initiative
Over the next 100 days – April 17 through July 26 – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida is hoping to recruit 100 male…
Radio Radio and Pensacola Speaks
The closing song for Pensacola Speaks is “Radio Radio” by Elvis Costello and the Attractions. On December 17, 1977, when he appeared on Saturday Night…
Gallery Night still a go, Bands on Blackwater a no-go
DIB has sent a press release saying that tonight’s Gallery Night is still a go. Meanwhile, City of Milton’s Parks Department has decided to cancelled…
Another Charlotte’s Web rules challenge dropped
Citing privacy concerns, a trade association has dropped its challenge to proposed regulations that would carry out a 2014 law allowing limited types of medical…
Gaetz and others question the handling of LIP by Scott administration
By BRANDON LARRABEE THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA Senators raised questions Wednesday about how Gov. Rick Scott’s administration has handled negotiations with the federal government…
PS Today: Jeff Miller talks about VA, Iran and Cuba
Congressman Jeff Miller will join us today on Pensacola Speaks. We will cover the Iran nuclear agreement, taking Cuba off the list of nations that…
Clark and Company performs at Christopher’s Concerts April 16
Press Release: Clark and Company perform music to please all ages, from foot-stompin’ fiddle tunes to the rhythm and blues and dance favorites. Clark and…
Gaetz leads floor debate for adoption incentives, repeal of gay adoption ban
This morning I received a text from Ryan Wiggins, political strategist and regular guest on Pensacola Speaks. She was watching the Florida Senate debate on…
