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…
Charter USA wants changes, creating an uncertain future for WMS
Warrington Middle remains in limbo Charter Schools USA wants changes to the school board’s approved agreements regarding the company’s takeover of Warrington Middle School. Why…
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:…
Putting abortion rights on 2024 ballot
Coalition wants Florida voters, not state lawmakers, to decide the state’s abortion rights. Why this matters: Gov. Ron DeSantis and the GOP-controlled legislature have further…
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…
College lacrosse coming here, May 10-13
Pensacola hosts the NAIA Men’s Lacrosse National Invitational this week at the Ashton Brosnaham complex. Why this matter: Thanks to Pensacola Sports, our community is…
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