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By the Numbers: No-Party Voters

The News Service of Florida reports that as of the end of September, 3,384,837 “active” Florida voters were registered without party affiliations. Here are counties…

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Podcast: ICE Raid in Pensacola

This morning, a joint operation between the Florida Highway Patrol and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement took place at Outerspaces Landscapes, located at 500 E….

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GCE Designs: Where Purpose Meets Creativity in Pensacola

GCE Designs, a new venture from Global Connections to Employment, is opening an 8,744-square-foot facility that will create meaningful employment opportunities for people with disabilities…

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Pensacola Interstate Fair, Escambia County School District Launch “Step Right Up Student Awards”

In celebration of its 90th anniversary, the Pensacola Interstate Fair is proud to partner with the Escambia County Public Schools and Reithoffer Shows to launch…

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Cha-ching: Salzman raises $113K, but left with only $13.5K pocket money for Q2

State Rep. Michelle Salzman has no opposition in her re-election bid next. However, that didn’t stop her from raising a record-setting $112,995 for the second…

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UWF Center for Cybersecurity Secures Largest Federal Grant Ever

The University of West Florida just made history. The UWF Center for Cybersecurity has been awarded a groundbreaking $9.6 million grant from the U.S. Department…

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Gaetz Seeks to Restructure Public Service Commission

The News Service of Florida reported that Sen. Don Gaetz, R-Niceville, has revived a proposal that would make changes at the Florida Public Service Commission,…

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Podcast: David Stafford Returns

As I reported earlier, Mayor DC Reeves has tapped longtime public servant David Stafford as the city’s new administrator, bringing decades of local government experience…

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More Press Takeaways: DOGE Rebuttal, Maritime Park Dreams

DOGE Audit Response Mayor D.C. Reeves expressed surprise at learning about Florida DOGE’s audit findings through a public press conference rather than receiving the report…

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Breaking: Stafford Named New Pensacola City Administrator

Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves will announce this morning that former Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David Stafford will be his choice for the new city…

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UWF: Leading in the AI Age

Artificial intelligence isn’t just changing technology—it’s transforming how we lead, make decisions and shape the future of our communities. On Friday, Nov. 7, the University…

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City Provides Update on Baptist Legacy Campus

On Monday, Pensacola city officials presented an update to the Pensacola City Council, outlining the next steps for transforming the 41 acres on Pensacola’s west…

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Winner: Pensacola Airport Bonds Earn A+ Rating

KBRA has assigned a long-term rating of A+ with a stable outlook to the City of Pensacola, Airport Revenue Bonds, Series 2025 (AMT). Credit Positives…

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Pensacola Named Top 10 Small City Destination

For the second consecutive year, Pensacola has earned a coveted spot in Condé Nast Traveler’s Reader Choice Awards for 2025 as one of the top…

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Simmons: Building Excellence in Law Enforcement

Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons recently celebrated another graduation from the department’s in-house law enforcement academy. The fifth academy class saw 16 new deputies raise…

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Want a Motel? Street Traffic, Pizza, Tattoos Nearby

The City of Pensacola has issued a notice of intent to dispose of 2305 W. Cervantes St. and 2301 W. Cervantes St., currently known as…

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Bergosh named to 2025 Above & Beyond List

The 2025 News Service of Florida has announced its 2025 Above & Beyond honorees, which cover a wide range of professions, including broadcast journalism, real…

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County Commission Puts Spotlight on FloridaWest

FloridaWest Economic Development Alliance CEO Chris Platé delivered an update to the Escambia County Commission at its Committee of the Whole on Thursday, Oct. 2,…

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Chef Mary Dee Moralita Closes O.G. Lola’s Food Truck Chapter

Pensacola’s beloved O.G. Lola’s has served its final dish. Chef Mary Dee Moralita announced this weekend that she’s permanently closing the food truck that has…

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Top Reads: Week Ended Oct. 4, 2026

Pensacola, State Honor Legacy of Lewis Bear Jr. with Roadway Dedication Last Monday, state and local officials joined the Bear family and community members to…

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