Bye, Bye, Bonus Rebate
Pensacola Energy’s limited-time $200 bonus rebate for water heaters ends Sept. 30. Customers eligible for this rebate must submit the necessary paperwork before the Tuesday…
How Cincinnati Transformed Its Greatest Challenge Into Its Greatest Success
When Jill Miller, President and CEO of Bethesda Inc. and the bi3 Fund, stood on the Saengar Theatre stage at the 2025 Civic Leader Summit,…
Victor Tony Jones: When the State Executes Its Own Victims
On Tuesday, September 30, at 6 p.m., Florida is scheduled to execute Victor Tony Jones for the brutal 1990 murders of his employers, Matilda and…
Florida Open Carry: What Changes After Court Ruling
This is the third in a series of podcasts concerning the recent appellate court decision lifting Florida’s open carry prohibition. We have interviewed Escambia Sheriff…
UWF drops Juneteenth, adds Columbus Day as paid holiday
The University of West Florida administration has proposed 16 changes to the UWF regulations, ranging from the Student Code of Conduct to Procurement Services. On…
Medicaid Expansion Proposal Pushed Back
By Jim Saunders, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Backers of a proposed constitutional amendment that would expand eligibility for Medicaid coverage have shelved…
Poll: America at a Breaking Point with Political Violence
The shooting of Charlie Kirk has sent shockwaves through American society, and a new Quinnipiac University poll reveals his murder on a college campus has…
UWF Holding Town Hall on Student Code UPDATE
Last month, I reported that a change proposed to the University of West Florida Student Code of Conduct appeared to make it okay to sexually…
Summit Speech: Reeves’ Campaign Message for 2026?
Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves opened the Civic Leaders Summit on Wednesday, outlining his vision for the city’s future. He emphasized significant investments in infrastructure, housing,…
WSRE Foundation Ain’t Broke. Can $5.5M Save WSRE?
A Sept. 11 phone call changed everything for Pensacola’s beloved public television station, WSRE. Amy Day thought she was having a routine phone conversation with…
Escambia School Board Fights for ‘Privilege’
The Escambia County School Board has appealed a federal judge’s ruling requiring them to testify in a lawsuit over book removals from school libraries. The…
Pensacola’s Legislative Strategy Centers on Lobbyists
While the PNJ has garnered social media attention with its headline, “Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves and Rep. Alex Andrade aren’t speaking,” Mayor D.C. Reeves, at…
Commissioners Approve Modest Tax Relief
The Escambia County Commission’s final budget hearing on Wednesday night became a debate about tax burden and fiscal responsibility, resulting in a small but symbolic…
Podcast: Political Realities of Property Tax Reform
As Florida’s lawmakers gear up for another session focused on property tax reform, State Rep. Alex Andrade, a Pensacola Republican, offers insights on the appeal…
Baptist Hospital Demolition Moving Forward
With the Baptist Hospital property closing scheduled for Monday, Sept. 29, Mayor D.C. Reeves announced that demolition of the main hospital and three towers will…
Podcast: Inside McDaniels v. State of Florida
How a July 4th Arrest Changed Florida Gun Law Forever The First District Court of Appeal’s unanimous decision on Sept. 10 in McDaniels v. State…
Official Announcement of Parking Permit Program
The City of Pensacola is excited to announce the launch of two new parking options designed to better serve city residents: a Senior Parking Permit…
City Administrator Search–No Rush, No Pressure
Mayor D.C. Reeves made it clear during Tuesday’s press conference that the city has the luxury of taking its time to find the right person…
Foes of FPL Settlement Seek Another Look
Consumer advocates are urging Florida regulators to reconsider their dismissal of a “counter proposal” to Florida Power & Light’s rate increase settlement. The Office of…
Bay Bluffs Park Set for Major Comeback
Mayor D.C. Reeves announced at Tuesday’s press conference that the city is ready to begin gathering public input on how to spend the $2 million…
