Category: Escambia County
Breaking: HCA Florida West CEO leaving
Dear HCA Florida West Hospital Medical Staff, As we near the beginning of our fourth year together HCA Florida West Hospital, I am writing you…
Stroberger’s poker problem, pleading ignorance
Nearly 100 residents gathered for District 1 Commissioner Steve Stroberger’s town hall Wednesday night to express their concerns about a proposed gaming room relocation in…
Pensacola Beach Advocates: Call for Action on Traffic
Pensacola Beach Advocates President Rhonda Dorfman has submitted the following requests to the Emerald Coast Regional Council, District 4 County Commissioner Ashlee Hofberger, and Ronnie…
Four commissioners voice support for Save UWF
Inweekly’s campaign to have locals and alumni comprise the majority of the University of West Florida Board of Trustees has gained steam, as community leaders…
For Stroberger’s research: JWA developed Redstone Gateway
In his “extensive research” of what development group would be best suited to develop the 540 acres of OLF 8 in accordance with the site’s…
Stroberger throws shade on local developer
District 1 County Commissioner Steve Stroberger wants Beulah Town Center, the development group headed by Fred Hemmer, to purchase OLF 8, a 540-acre site located…
OLF 8: Commissioners debate next steps with two developers
The Escambia County Commission still can’t decide what to do with OLF 8, a prime piece of real estate in Beulah, but the board appears…
State takes bold steps to combat human trafficking
On Friday, the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) unveiled new resources and prevention initiatives, including over $900,000 in grants for law enforcement agencies…
Daily Outtakes: TDC revisits Chappie James Memorial dispute
This week, the Escambia County Tourist Development Council (TDC) holds a special meeting at 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 13. Chairman David Bear requests council…
County Commission wants transformative change to Bay Center
Escambia County Commissioners are considering a major overhaul of the aging Pensacola Bay Center, with potential plans that could include significant renovations and possibly an…
Sun Belt Basketball continues 2025 tourism success
I caught up with Visit Pensacola CEO Darien Schaefer as the Sun Belt Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships enter their third day at the Pensacola…
Daily Outtakes: Comments raise Sunshine Law questions
*Has backroom dealing become Escambia County’s new preferred governance style?* Whispers of possible violations of Florida’s Sunshine Law have been heard in McGuire’s Irish Politicians…
Podcast: Sheriff Simmons covers immigration enforcement, innovations
In a recent interview, Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons shared insights on how his office is adapting to new immigration enforcement responsibilities, enhancing public safety…
Sun Belt Conference Basketball Tournaments begin today
The 2025 Hercules Tires Sun Belt Conference Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships will take place March 4-10 at the Pensacola Bay Center, with all 14…
Daily Outtakes: Chappie James Monument group tried to prove David Bear lied. It didn’t go well
The Board of Directors of the General Daniel “Chappie” James Jr. Memorial Foundation asked David Bear, Lewis Bear Company CEO and chairman of the Escambia…
CORE programs gets metrics, more police protocols
Florida’s Department of Children and Families has announced enhancements to its Coordinated Opioid Recovery (CORE) Network, revealing a pivot toward integrated response mechanisms and performance-based…
FPL proposes massive rate increase to get ahead of Gaetz bill
Florida Power & Light filed a proposal last Friday that would hit customers’ pockets for an additional $2.5 BILLION. The utility giant is asking for…
Underhill wins appeal, will not have to pay $35K fine
From The News Service of Florida: An appeals court Wednesday rejected a decision by the Florida Commission on Ethics in a case involving a former…
North Idaho College gets reprieve. Any lessons for UWF?
Earlier this month, I wrote about how far-right extremists have jeopardized the accreditation of North Idaho College (NIC). Recent developments suggest the college is on…
Andrade wants to expand legal marijuana use
State Rep. Alex Andrade (R-Pensacola) is taking a pragmatic approach to marijuana legislation by sponsoring House Bill 555. His motivation stems from the clear message…
