Category: Politics

‘Tis the Season for Giving Back The holiday season usually revolves around big dinners, colorful lights and presents. But it’s also a time for charity….

From Downtown Improvement Board executive director Walker Wilson: “All I Want” Holiday Promotion has seen $73,761.98 in receipts submitted to date! All I Want runs…

Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons joined the “(We Don’t) Color On the Dog” podcast this week to discuss a holiday weekend that saw an unusual…

—Also, Tuesday Night Processionals to Support Downtown During Construction— Pensacola Mardi Gras is adapting to downtown’s “Reimagine Palafox” construction project with a temporary parade route…

UWF Women’s Basketball Coach Stephanie Yelton stopped by the podcast this week to discuss her team’s grueling early-season schedule and what it takes to build…

In an age where interactions between the public and law enforcement are under constant scrutiny, especially when it involves feeding unhoused individuals, understanding the dynamics…

Mayor D.C. Reeves and the Pensacola City Council cannot claim that they are unaware of problems concerning MLK Plaza’s sunset curfew. Downtown business owner Dan…

—Florida’s Property Tax Elimination Plan Could Backfire Spectacularly—Here’s Why— This past year, Gov. Ron DeSantis has pushed hard to eliminate property taxes, calling them “rent…

Escambia County Fire Rescue, in collaboration with the Pensacola Fire Department, launched its annual “Keep the Wreath Green” fire safety campaign Monday, Dec. 1. While…

—Mayor says 14-year “handshake agreement” created ambiguity that led to homeless advocate’s arrest in MLK Plaza— Mayor D.C. Reeves said Monday he hopes to reach…

Studer Family Children’s Hospital has received a four-year grant from the Florida Blue Foundation to establish a new mental health support program for children and…

Five Questions About Reimagine Palafox Construction The construction contract and funding plan for the New Palafox project won approval from the Pensacola City Council. We…

This week, we cover how you can shop for your holiday gifts far, far away from the big box stores and national chains. We have…

The Escambia County Supervisor of Election’s Office is offering a candidate workshop to prepare candidates for qualifying for office in the 2026 election cycle. The…

—Mayor Reeves Discusses Baptist Hospital Timeline, and Palafox Construction Strategy— Pensacola mayor outlines communication plans as major downtown project begins Baptist Hospital Demolition Starts December…

Mayor D.C. Reeves announced this morning that he’s asking the Florida Department of Transportation to formally study the intersection at Gregory Street and 14th Avenue,…

Councilman Jared Moore announced at today’s special meeting of the Pensacola City Council that he will not seek re-election next year. Moore is serving in…

An eight-month investigation into a major drug trafficking organization operating across Northwest Florida culminated last week with 15 arrests and the seizure of nearly 15…

Opening Doors Northwest Florida and Escambia County are seeking volunteers to participate in the 2026 Point-in-Time Count, an annual event that collects valuable information to…

The Pensacola City Council will elect its officers at a special meeting at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 25, in council chambers at Pensacola City…