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Daily Outtakes: Do we have the will to tackle homelessness?

Our community yesterday received a huge download from Dr. Joe Savage of the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness on the new federal strategy to reduce…

Jefferson Street Parking Garage closed in evenings, May 14-16

The Jefferson Street Parking Garage will be temporarily closed for annual maintenance from Sunday, May 14 to Tuesday, May 16 between 11 p.m. and 5…

Real News: ALICE has trouble living here

ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. ALICE families earn above the Federal Poverty Level but less than what’s needed to survive in the…

Presser notes: Workshop takeaways, Crime stats

HOMELESSNESS Mayor Reeves gave his takeaways from today’s joint workshop on homelessness. Why this matters: The region has lacked a coordinated strategy for dealing with…

Multi-use path connecting Scenic Heights to West Pensacola makes funding list

The Bluffline makes an important list. A 10-mile multi-use greenway stretching from Scenic Heights to West Pensacola has moved closer to reality after FDEP added…

Homelessness, Children t/b discussed today

Homelessness We will have two opportunities to hear about the federal government’s “All In” strategy to reduce homelessness by 25% by 2025. Why this matters:…

Daily Outtakes: 680 overdoses

Escambia County had 680 drug overdoses last week Why this matters: Escambia County last year topped the list of opioid overdose deaths in Florida, earning…

City announces Employee Bikeshare program

The City of Pensacola is excited to announce the launch of an Employee Bikeshare Program at City Hall on May 19, in conjunction with National…

Real News: Input sought on beach parking, mental health

This morning, Commissioner Robert Bender and ECT executive Tammy Greer made appeals for public input on two significant issues. Why this matters – Part 1:…

Nearly half of Escambia families struggle to afford basics

Families in Crisis Nearly half of Escambia households struggle to afford groceries, housing and other basic needs, according to a new report from United Way…

City, County holding joint workshop on ending homelessness

The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners, Pensacola City Council and Mayor D.C. Reeves will hold a joint workshop on Tuesday, May 9 at 9:30…

Real News: Thursday, May 4, 2023

Lissa Dees gives an update on the city’s downtown parking. County Commissioner Jeff Bergosh discusses the latest legal decision on the county paying a former…

Buzz: Hobbs promoted to chief deputy

According to Instagram, Commander Andy Hobbs has been promoted by Sheriff Chip Simmons to chief deputy. He replaces Tommi Lyter. The sheriff’s office website doesn’t…

Cox recognizes Inspirational Student Heroes in Escambia County

On Wednesday, May 3, Cox Communications hosted the annual Cox Inspirational Student Hero Awards in Escambia County, recognizing 54 students who have overcome extreme hardships…

County loses appeal regarding Underhill’s legal fees

Escambia County lost its appeal regarding former Commissioner Doug Underhill’s demand that the taxpayers pay for his legal fees incurred to defend a defamation lawsuit…

Mayor praises Navy decision on reopening the base

Mayor D.C. Reeves has had several discussions with the Pentagon and Navy about reinstating the public access waiver at NAS Pensacola. He made several suggestions,…

Malcolm Yonge arches near failure condition

Inweekly requested the structural assessment of the Malcolm Yonge Community Center that was closed in late March. According to the initial inspection by Joe Dereuil…