Category: Politics
Read Across Pensacola Day Extravaganza on March 8
ReadyKids! will host Read Across Pensacola Day Extravaganza from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 8, at Wedgewood Community Center, 6405 Wagner Road….
When Republicans Fight: 2026 Statewide Races take shape
U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds announced his candidacy for Florida Governor in an interview with Fox News’ Sean Hannity last night: I’m here to announce my…
Takeaways from Mayor’s presser: Parade, 600+ houses, DOGE, American Magic
Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves provided updates on several city developments during today’s press conference, ranging from Mardi Gras parade preparations to major construction projects and…
Belle Bear tops 2025 Power List
Belle Bear, co-founder of IMPACT 100 Pensacola Bay and champion of numerous nonprofits and causes, is #1 on the 2025 Inweekly Power List. As the…
Salzman named queen of hemp
Florida House Speaker Danny Perez has named State Rep. Michelle Salzman the manager of a working group that will tackle hemp regulation. To: Members of…
Daily Outtakes: Don Gaetz takes on PSC and utility rate process
State Sen. Don Gaetz has partnered with Sen. Jennifer Bradley, Chair of the Regulated Industries Committee, to introduce Senate Bill 354 – legislation aimed at…
When Republicans Fight: DeSantis touts wife for governor
The News Service of Florida reports that Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday touted the conservative credentials of First Lady Casey DeSantis while raising questions about…
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).
Foiling Week is here
The world-renowned Foiling Week is set to make a splash for the first time in Pensacola, Florida in an exciting expansion following 11 successful editions…
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…
Podcasts: JFK Assassination, Hank Killam, BCC
In this episode of the Pensacola Insider podcast, host Sena Maddison delves into the mysterious death of Hank Killam, a man with potential connections to…
Podcast: The one about Bob Snow, Seville Quarter and Downtown Pensacola
Scott Mitchell joins us to discuss the legendary Bob Snow, Seville Quarter and downtown Pensacola’s vibrancy. BOB SNOW “Bob Snow was the founder of Seville…
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…
Appointed superintendent may back on the ballot in 2026
On Tuesday, the Escambia County School Board approved by a 3-2 vote a resolution to put a referendum on the August 2026 midterm primary election,…
DeSantis backs controversial UWF trustee, Scott Yenor
The News Service of Florida reports that Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday said he stood “100 percent” behind University of West Florida Board of Trustees…
