Category: Escambia County
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…
Daily Outtakes: Economic Impact of Chappie James construction minimal
Escambia County and Clerk Pam Childers need to do more research to find where else TDT funds have been used to build an “open-air” museum. We couldn’t find one.
DeSantis looks to find waste in his administration, local governments and higher education
Gov. Ron DeSantis has issued an executive order creating his version of President Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Hofberger insinuates Moreno unqualified
Hofberger insinuates to PNJ that Wes Moreno is unqualified to be county administrator, but few match his 40 years of experience working for Escambia County.
Daily Outtakes: Pam’s secret sauce undermines public good
In Escambia County, the powerful have found a new way to derail a deal—lean on Pam Childers. The latest casualty is the Sacred Heart Foundation.
Top Stories: week ending Feb. 22, 2025
Pensacola was excited to hear that University of West Florida trustee Scott Yenor had been removed from a board, only to later find out it…
Daily Outtakes: Creative wordsmithing and the clerk’s blessing lead to $1 million gift
At its Thursday meeting, the Escambia County Commission tackled how to give a local nonprofit $1 million to complete the proposed General Daniel “Chappie” James…
Hofberger fails to get administrator’s contract on the 3/6 agenda
The Escambia County Commission engaged in a lengthy discussion Thursday morning about how to approach the upcoming contract review for County Administrator Wes Moreno, with…
Daily Outtakes: Is county administrator on the chopping block?
County government insiders expect the two rookie commissioners, Ashley Hofberger and Steve Stroberger, to make a move to terminate County Administrator Wes Moreno. Commissioner Hofberger…
TDC rescinds funding for Chappie James Memorial
The Escambia County TDC voted to rescind its previous $750,000 recommendation for the construction of General Daniel “Chappie” James Memorial Plaza.
Chappie James Memorial discussed behind closed doors, only PNJ invited
The Pensacola News Journal reports today on a closed-door meeting called by Escambia County Commission Chairman Mike Kohler for county and city staff to discuss…
Escambia County Summer Youth accepting applications
Escambia County’s Neighborhood and Human Services Department is now accepting applications for the 2025 Summer Youth Employment Program. The program is open to Escambia County…
