Ten candidates on the November ballot are expected to participate in a forum hosted by the Institute for Women in Politics on Thursday, September 27. The forum is open to the public…
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Olson changed administrative appeal procedures for non-union employees
We learned this morning that former City Administrator Eric Olson inactivated the Human Resource Manual and replaced it with the Mayor’s Administrative Policies and Procedures, effective May 25. The action has left…
Olson replaced HR manual with Mayor’s Policy Manual
City Administrator Keith Wilkins called this morning to explain the inactivation of the City of Pensacola’s Human Resource Manual by his predecessor, Eric Olson. He said that Olson had become frustrated with…
Hooray, National Cheeseburger Day has arrived
Free Burger Deals on National Cheeseburger Day Wendy’s The deal: For the entire month of September, Wendy’s is offering a free Dave’s single burger with any purchase. That means you can buy…
Report details charter school closures
by Lloyd Dunkelberger, The News Service of Florida — A new report from a Tallahassee-based research group raises questions about the growing role of charter schools in Florida, including citing the closure…
League of Women Voters offers election primer
By Jeremy Morrison —With Florida’s upcoming election in November, various efforts are afoot to educate voters about what exactly will be on their ballots. One of the more active area organizations on…
AIA Florida Northwest honor Wagley and Wieczorek
The Northwest Florida Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA Florida Northwest) recognized 15 projects designed by Northwest Florida architects for their outstanding design work, and several individuals were also recognized…
Blackwater State Park adds another 800 acres
Thanks to funding from the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Navy, Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam announced today that the Blackwater River State Forest will expand by 800 acres due…
High-wage jobs with highest annual growth
According to statistics from CareerSource Escarosa, jobs in healthcare, computers and finance are the fastest growing jobs that pay the highest hourly wages in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. Physical therapist assistants,…
House committee passes medical cannabis bill
Today, the House Judiciary Committee reported the Medical Cannabis Research Act favorably, sending it to the House floor for a vote. This legislation, the first cannabis-related legislation considered by a Republican-led Judiciary…
Florida Supreme Court rejects appeal of Patrick Gonzalez Jr.
The Florida Supreme Court today unanimously turned down an appeal by a man convicted of killing an Escambia County couple during a 2009 home-invasion robbery that drew widespread attention. Justices rejected arguments…
El-Sheikh, Myhre and Studer to speak at 2018 Future of Florida Forum
Pensacola and the University of West Florida will be well represented at the 2018 Future of Florida Forum. which is hosted by Florida Chamber Foundation Wednesday, Sept. 26 and Thursday, Sept. 27…
Join StudioAmped live audience
Here are the facts– WHO: WSRE public media; eight regional bands performing original music; and three singer-songwriters from the Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival. WHAT: Free concert series. Public is invited to the…
Olson ‘inactivated’ HR manual while facing HR complaints
Last week, we reported that former City Administrator Eric Olson “inactivated” the the Human Resources Manual. The city PIO has failed to respond to emails requesting an explanation. The 2018 timeline of…
Corley named winner of GCAF poster competition
Graphic Designer Michelle Corley is the winner of the 2018 Great Gulfcoast Art Festival poster competition winner. Her colorful, lively piece will be reproduced on limited edition posters, T-shirts and other GGAF…
IMPACT 100 names 2018 finalists
IMPACT 100 Pensacola Bay Area this morning announced the 15 grant finalists selected for 2018. Eleven of these nonprofit finalists will each receive a grant of $100,300 at the IMPACT 100 Pensacola…
Hill leads District 6 race, half of the voters uncertain
According to an Inweekly/Political Matrix poll of 122 likely Pensacola City voters residing in district 6, Ann Hill holds a large lead over W.A. (Butch) Hansen. Today Hill has 32 percent with…
Poll: 11-point swing in Council District 4 race
According to an Inweekly/Political Matrix poll of likely Pensacola City voters residing in District 4, Chris Phillips has moved ahead of Jared Moore by 2.8 points—a 10.8-point swing since the Aug. 28…
Poll: Robinson leads Spencer by 11 points
According to an Inweekly/Political Matrix poll of 462 likely Pensacola City voters, County Commissioner Grover Robinson has a 10.6-point lead over Pensacola City Council Brian Spencer in the race to be Pensacola’s…
Blue Wahoos named organization of the year
For the third time in the franchise’s seven-year history, the Pensacola Blue Wahoos were named the Don Mincher Organization of the Year for 2018. The Pensacola Blue Wahoos had another tremendous season…