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Escambia County School Board to consider City offer for Gibson

Posted on February 18, 2025

At his press conference, Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves asked Escambia County School Superintendent Keith Leonard to join him and discuss the city’s offer for the historic John A. Gibson School, a landmark…

Chappie James Memorial discussed behind closed doors, only PNJ invited

Posted on February 18, 2025

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 the proposed “Chappie” James Memorial with the…

DOE targets race in higher education, FDOE cheers

Posted on February 18, 2025

The Trump administration isn’t waiting for Congress to pass laws or for accreditation changes to purge higher education institutions of programs he dislikes.

Breaking: Senate votes to remove Yenor, but not from UWF BOT

Posted on February 18, 2025

UPDATE: I have received more information. The Senate Ethics & Election Committee removed the position of UWF Broad of Trustees chair from the board of directors of the Florida Institute of Human…

Daily Outtakes: Familiar name appointed to head State Immigration Enforcement

Posted on February 18, 2025

Former public safety “czar” Larry Keefe appointed the executive director of the State Board of Immigration Enforcement as Florida gears up to help ICE.

Breaking: Pensacola JazzFest 2025 canceled

Posted on February 17, 2025

Gov. Ron DeSantis’ veto for arts and culture events and reductions in donations have forced the Jazz Society of Pensacola to cancel the 43rd JazzFest in 2025.

Florida DCF unveils enhanced website supporting adoption

Posted on February 17, 2025

The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun Harris today announced the launch of a redesigned Adopt Florida website. The comprehensive update simplifies the adoption process and connects prospective parents…

As tensions simmer, Andrade tells DeSantis, ‘Just don’t be a jerk’

Posted on February 17, 2025

Rep. Andrade expressed frustration with Desantis’ political posturing, noting the legislature’s support for the governor’s agenda. Listen to the podcast.

Podcast: Sun Belt basketball returns to Pensacola for fifth year

Posted on February 17, 2025

Sun Belt basketball returns to Pensacola for fifth year

Daily Outtakes: School Districts attempts to quell rumors re: N.B. Cook and PHS

Posted on February 17, 2025

Last week, parents expressed concern after rumors spread across the community that N.B. Cook Elementary and O.J. Semmes Elementary were merging and Pensacola High School was adding seventh—and eighth-grade classes. On Saturday,…

Trump White House- week ending Feb. 15, 2025

Posted on February 16, 2025

From the White House website – titles provided by the Trump Administration: GULF OF AMERICA DAY, 2025 It was Feb. 9, 2025. “I call upon public officials and all the people of…

Top Stories – week ending Feb. 15, 2025

Posted on February 16, 2025

Alabama fans loved my sharing Coach Nick Saban’s tribute to Eagles QB Jalen Hurts and the dissection of why Beulah Town Center didn’t get a negotiation extension. Nick Saban pays tribute to…

INWEEKLY — Feb. 13, 2025 issue

Posted on February 15, 2025

Things We Love (Right Now) We decided once again to use Valentine’s Day as an excuse to declare our love in big, bold print for some of our current favorite people, places…

YouTube: Pensacola’s connection to the JFK assassination

Posted on February 14, 2025

“(we don’t) Color on the Dog” co-host Sena Maddison explores Hank Killam and his connections to Lee Harvey Oswald, Jack Ruby and the JFK assassination.

Podcast: Fork Cancer Pensacola 2025

Posted on February 14, 2025

The GenNow Network Pensacola chapter of the American Cancer Society (ACS) presents the Fork Cancer Gala, scheduled from 6-10 p.m. on April 4, at Supposey.

Breaking: UWF Health Dean announces resignation

Posted on February 14, 2025

Usha Kundu, MD College of Health Dean David Bellar is leaving UWF to be the President and CEO at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University in Baton Rouge.

Daily Outtakes: Argos, pat yourself on the back

Posted on February 14, 2025

Two UWF Florida Board of Trustees meetings were completed with no firings or major changes. Gov. Ron DeSantis did not understand how much we support UWF.

Escambia County Summer Youth accepting applications

Posted on February 13, 2025

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 youth ages 16-24 interested in an opportunity…

Accreditation comes up at UWF Board of Trustees meeting

Posted on February 13, 2025

During today’s Academic Affairs Committee meeting of the University of West Florida’s Board of Trustees, the trustees discussed their upcoming accreditation site visit and plans to transition to a new accrediting body,…

Pensacola Youth Ballet’s 2025 Legacy Awards

Posted on February 13, 2025

Pensacola Youth Ballet is proud to announce the Legacy Awards, a heartfelt tribute to the remarkable women who laid the foundation for dance in our community. These extraordinary matriarchs were more than…

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