Category: Pensacola
Patronis says Trump Signed Disaster Declaration
Trump signed the Isaias disaster declaration, but it covers only Public Assistance. Individual aid for Panhandle families is still under review. See details
Parents Question Baxter’s Access to A.K. Suter and Echo Life Church
He was a constant presence at a Pensacola school. Now he’s charged, and PPD can’t find his polygraph. Parents want answers. See the details.
Foo Foo Kicks Off Wednesday, Oct. 28
the Pensacola Foo Foo Festival returns for its thirteenth iteration this Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026! For 12 days, Pensacola’s arts & culture scene comes alive…
Jolly: Divided Nation is About to Turn the Tide
David Jolly told Pensacola, “We’re a nation that eight days from now is going to defy history.” His father’s story, healing a broken nation/state, his plan.
Mayor’s PAC Texts Voters to Back Myers Over Bare for D2 Seat
Mayor Reeves’ PAC is texting District 2 voters to dump Councilman Charles Bare for Sherri Myers. See who funds it and why Bare angers the mayor.
Inside Foo Foo 2026
Puppies at the ballet. Mirrored spheres on Artel Gallery. A first-ever beach show. Foo Foo Fest turns 13, and Pensacola’s showing off.
The KKK Playbook Resurrected for Hofberger’s Campaign
A century ago, Pensacola’s Klan used fear of Catholics to win votes. A 2026 mailer targets Joe Vinson’s church. Know this playbook before you vote.
Long Play Sees Florida in Play for Democrats
Politics Jennifer Palmieri, the former White House communications director for President Obama, did not plan to put Florida in her new YouTube series. Then she…
Meet Rick Metzger, Ascension Sacred Heart’s New CEO
Ascension Sacred Heart’s new CEO started as an OR orderly, became a nurse and now leads it. Hear his plans for access and mental health at ricksblog.biz
Port Director Lance Scott: Sailing, Shipbuilding and a Port That Is “Here to Stay”
Birdon could bring up to 2,000 jobs to the Port of Pensacola. Admiral Lance Scott on noise, parking, traffic and why an inland port is a must-have.
Inweekly Looks at Pensacola City Council Races
Four candidates, two Pensacola City Council seats and Amendment 3 looming over both. Read the story and hear the interviews at ricksblog.biz before Nov. 3.
Podcast: The Story Behind Hotel Margot
Pensacola’s newest downtown hotel was a 1950s motel the owners refused to bulldoze. Meet Hotel Margot’s owners and see inside.
Hurricane Recover Updates—Tuesday a.m.
Hurricane Isaias cleanup: $16M and climbing. 1M cubic yards of debris hauled in Pensacola. Parks, meals, ECAT and aid updates at ricksblog.biz
Kuhn Realty Joins Sotheby’s International Realty
Larry Kuhn explains why Kuhn Realty is ending seven years as an independent brokerage to join Sotheby’s International Realty. He talks about the global exposure, a developer’s 80-home project, buyers moving in from Orange Beach and 30A, and the “weather tax” after the storm.
Buzz: Former Mayor Escorted Off Pensacola State College
Ex-Mayor Grover Robinson was escorted off Pensacola State College’s campus by police. He did nothing to deserve it. Stay tuned for more details on ricksblog.biz.
Frustrations Mount for AT&T Internet Customers
Power returned after the hurricane. The internet didn’t. Three chatbots, one store, zero answers from AT&T. See one customer’s story.
SailGP Opens Pensacola Training Base With Boat Named Strive
SailGP just made Pensacola its permanent home: a 60-mph foiling boat named Strive, 14 teams, and a six-year commitment. Explore ricksblog.biz for more.
Beach Toll Suspended; FEMA 101
Pensacola Beach drivers: the Bob Sikes Bridge toll is suspended for about 60 days after Isaias. Plus FEMA 101 and how to report damage. Details: ricksblog.biz
Banana Ball Is Coming to Pensacola
Banana Ball is coming to Pensacola! ? Blue Wahoos Stadium lands a 2027 World Tour stop May 21-22. Ticket lottery closes Oct. 31, so don’t wait.
Hurricane Recovery Updates: Friday a.m.
Hurricane Isaias cleanup is underway. Debris tracker is live, ECAT routes are changed, the last EOC meals are served, and schools stay closed until Monday.























