Gulf’s Dead Zone – Ecological Time Bomb

Matt Rota, Director of Science and Water Policy at the Gulf Restoration Network, believes that states and the federal government aren’t doing enough to reduce…

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The Coal Ash Question

Two years ago this week, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency proposed federal standards for coal ash, the byproduct of burning coal. That proposal never went…

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Preserving the Integrity of Elections

Sen. Don Gaetz provided us this editorial —- An Op-ed submission by Florida Secretary of State Ken Detzner regarding the Department of State’s efforts to…

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Gov. Scott disappointed with tuition hike

In press release from the Governor’s Office, Gov. Rick Scott expressed his concerns over the Board of Governors’ decision to raise college tuitions. “I’m disappointed…

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Myers Explains & Mayor Responds

She describes the issue at the center of her recent lawsuit against Pensacola Mayor Ashton Hayward as “not too complicated.” “The issue is very simple,…

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Candyman Comes to Town

Majestic Candies Company is coming to town. The arrival has just been pushed back a bit. “We’re not on schedule for July, unfortunately,” said Majestic’s…

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Young voters have numbers, but don’t use them

By Stephanie Sharp… As some might suspect, Escambia County’s registered voters between the ages of 18 and 25 aren’t big participants in the democratic process….

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For love of the game-‘Magic Soccer Night’ (video)

“Magic Soccer Night” stars old men who never lost their love of soccer. They sneak out of their homes after dark and play. This is…

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George LeMieux quits Florida U.S. Senate race

Former Sen. George LeMieux announced via YouTube that he is dropping out of the Republican primary for U.S. Senate. This makes Rep. Connie Mack as…

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Doctors endorse Ford and Ingram

Press Release: The Florida Medical Association announced the endorsement both of the Escambia County State House Candidates, Clay Ford and Clay Ingram. “It is truly…

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One more down: City and Fire Union agree, only police remaining

Press Release: City, fire union tentatively agree on new contract The City of Pensacola and International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Local 707 have reached…

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Myers vs. Hayward

Pensacola City Councilwoman Sherri Myers is suing Pensacola Mayor Ashton Hayward. The councilwoman’s attorney, Alistair McKenzie, reported that the suit was filed this afternoon. Myers…

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