Category: News
Levine in Pensacola on Wednesday
On Wednesday, Jan. 10, Pensacola will have a chance to meet Miami Beach Mayor Philip Levine, who running for the Democratic nomination for governor. His…
Podcast: UWF president discusses the importance of capital campaign
Last week, the University of West Florida announced the success of the 50th Anniversary Capital Campaign, which raised more than $64.4 million by almost 20,000…
Anti-panhandling ordinance cost city of Pensacola $10K
The homeless and panhandling have been problems for Pensacola Mayor Ashton Hayward since he took office. Several times, he attempted ordinances to deal with them….
Vote for Gulf Islands National Seashore
10Best enlisted a panel of Florida Local Experts and travel writers to nominate their favorite state attractions. Gulf Islands National Seashore is a finalist, and…
Bubba Watson Drive – home to The Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Sacred Heart
The Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Sacred Heart has a new official address recognizing local professional golfer Bubba Watson – 1 Bubba Watson Drive. In…
Gaetz: Congress can block Sessions on medical marijuana [podcast]
Attorney General Jeff Sessions ordered the U.S. attorneys across the country to enforce the federal laws regarding marijuana. Congressman Matt Gaetz, a proponent of legalizing…
No homicides in 2017, a tribute to PPD and news reporting
In November 2016, Chief David Alexander told the Pensacola City Council that little could be done about the rise of homicides inside the city limits….
Session tells U.S. attorneys to enforce federal cannabis laws, Gaetz objects
Today, U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced that the Department of Justice has rescinded the “Cole Memo” and two additional memos related to marijuana enforcement…
Studer podcast: Developing supervisors
On “Pensacola Speaks,” Quint Studer talked about the importance of workforce development–not just for the initial hires but also after they’ve started their jobs. He…
City Inspections: different rules, different enforcement for different people
Remember Mackey’s Mudhouse, the downtown restaurant with a rooftop bar on North Palafox Street. Four and a half years ago, city officials approved the construction…
City argues citizens have no standing to challenge Bruce Beach
In December, the City of Pensacola filed in a motion to dismiss the lawsuit filed by A&J Mugs owner Dan Lindemann and Pensacola resident Jerry…
Over 3100 students make UWF President and Dean lists
A total of 3,158 undergraduate students enrolled during the Fall 2017 semester at the University of West Florida were named to the President’s or Dean’s…
