On “Pensacola Speaks,†State Rep. Matt Gaetz discussed why he wants to debate Amanda Kondrat’yev over the Bayview Park Cross. Gaetz is a Republican candidate for Florida’s 1st Congressional District. Kondrat’yev is…
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Hayward: City of Pensacola following the process on John Sunday House
On his weekly segment on 1620, Mayor Ashton Hayward discussed the demolition permit issued for the John Sunday House. Hayward said that he and City Attorney Lysia Bowling began looking at the…
Florida TaxWatch report recommends how to reform criminal justice system
Florida TaxWatch has issued a new report that proposes solutions on how Florida deals with non-violent offenders to reduce costly and unnecessary strain on the state corrections budget and facilities. The report…
A new rule means extra hours mean more pay for more people
On Tuesday, the U.S. Department of Labor issued its final rule regarding overtime regulations. The final rule, which becomes effective Dec. 1, according to feds: * Raises the salary threshold indicating eligibility…
Pensacola mayor upset with council and citizens
In an unprecedented open letter to the citizens of Pensacola posted on the city’s “Transparent Pensacola” page, Mayor Ashton Hayward called a special council meeting to discuss his termination of Fire Chief…
Pensacola Speaks: Newpoint in Pinellas County, New overtime rules
On News Talk 1370 WCOA’s “Pensacola Speaks,” we will discuss two hot topics – charter schools and new rules for overtime pay. New federal regulations announced by the White House yesterday establish…
Defense lawyers question death penalty jury instructions
By DARA KAM THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA Defense lawyers are attacking a new law aimed at fixing Florida’s death penalty sentencing structure, which was struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court…
Matt Gaetz meets petition requirement for 1st Congressional District
Matt Gaetz (R–Fort Walton Beach) announced this afternoon that he has qualified by petition in the race for Florida’s 1st Congressional District. “I want to thank the enthusiastic army of volunteers who…
Don Gaetz being discussed for UWF president
Ever since Dr. Judy Bense announced her decision to retire at the end of this year, people have speculated whether State Sen. Don Gaetz would be interested in the post. On December…
Pensacola mayor defends independence of investigation of fire chiefs
Pensacola Mayor Ashton Hayward addressed with the News Journal concerns that the Beggs & Lane attorney Russell Van Sickle’s investigation of Fire Chief Matt Schmitt and Deputy Fire Chief Joe Glover was…
Gulf Power supports National Flight Academy’s STEM Saturdays
Gulf Power has stepped up to help fund the National Flight Academy’s May and June STEM Saturdays programs—an introductory science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) program designed for children in kindergarten through…
It is official: John Sunday demolition stayed, ARB seeks assistance from Pensacola City Attorney
Elizabeth Schrey received late yesterday a copy of the letter sent by Bill Weeks, who heads the City’s Inspection Services, to contractor Greg English. The letter officially suspended the demolition of the…
Florida SBDC Network presented ‘E’ award for export service
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker yesterday presented the Florida SBDC Network, which is headquartered at the University of West Florida, with the President’s “E” Award for Export Service at a ceremony…
Pinellas County School Board votes unanimously to close NEP charter schools
The Pinellas County School Board today voted unanimously to terminate the charter contracts for three more schools run by Newpoint Education Partners. Tampa Bay Times Reporter Colleen Wright tweeted that the school…
Appeal filed, demolition of Sunday house stayed
Congressional candidate Elizabeth Schrey has filed an appeal of the City of Pensacola’s decision to issue a demolition permit for a house once owned by John Sunday. She has set up a…
IHMC designated Bronze-level Bike-Friendly Workplace
IHMC is officially a bike-friendly work place. The League of American Bicyclists has recognized IHMC as a bronze level Bicycle Friendly Business (BFBSM). IHMC joins a group of nearly 1,200 local businesses,…
Sarasota launches innovative approach to mental illness and criminal justice
Last night, the Sarasota City Commission voted to help fund a pilot program, Comprehensive Treatment Court, that aims to divert low-level, non-violent offenders with mental illness from the county jail and providing…
Newpoint survivors deal with charter school closures
The students of the three Newpoint Education Partners’ charter schools that were shut down last year have begun calling themselves “Newpoint Survivors.” The photo attached to this article is of the Newpoint…
Students name Park Service ferries, Turtle Runner and Pelican Perch
Officials at Gulf Islands National Seashore have announced “Turtle Runner”, submitted by Ms. Bradley’s class at Brentwood Elementary School and “Pelican Perch”, submitted by Ms. Steven’s class at Cordova Park Elementary School,…
Pensacola Mayor Hayward offers few explanations for firing chiefs, twice refuses Inweekly requests
Yesterday, new evidence came to light that brought into question the independence of Beggs & Lane attorney Russell Van Sickle, whose investigation of Pensacola Fire Chief Matt Schmitt and Deputy Fire Chief…