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 a trail segment to the funding priorities…
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 this matters: The Florida Department of Education…
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: Escambia County and the City of Pensacola…
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 the county CORE funding from Gov. Ron…
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 Bike to Work Day. The city invites…
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: For years, Pensacola Beach businesses and residents…
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 reduced the time frame for abortions from…
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 of West Florida. Why this matters: Escambia…
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 earning a reputation for hosting college sport…
Daily Outtakes – Brownsville, Intermission, WMS
Operation Brownsville Gets Into New Gear Though the much-mention calendar on the ECSO has had no additions since April 24, Escambia County is stepping up its services this Friday with a neighborhood…
10 Big Issues in the 2023 Legislative Session
By Jim Saunders, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Florida lawmakers ended the 2023 legislative session Friday. During the 60-day session, the Republican-controlled House and Senate passed numerous high-profile bills that…
City, County holding joint workshop on ending homelessness
The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners, Pensacola City Council and Mayor D.C. Reeves will hold a joint workshop on Tuesday, May 9 at 9:30 a.m. at the Bayview Community Resource Center,…
Gillum cleared on one charge, mistrial on others
By Dara Kam, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — After five days of rocky deliberations, jurors on Thursday acquitted former Democratic gubernatorial nominee Andrew Gillum on charges of lying to federal…
Avenue of Flags
North Pensacola Optimist Club has embarked on a new annual event, “Avenue of Flags.” On three national holidays – Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Veterans Day – the club will display…
Real News: Thursday, May 4, 2023
Lissa Dees gives an update on the city’s downtown parking. County Commissioner Jeff Bergosh discusses the latest legal decision on the county paying a former commissioner’s legal fees. He also shares the…
Buzz: Hobbs promoted to chief deputy
According to Instagram, Commander Andy Hobbs has been promoted by Sheriff Chip Simmons to chief deputy. He replaces Tommi Lyter. The sheriff’s office website doesn’t have an update or a press release…
Made in the South seeks entries
The official call for entries for Garden & Gun’s fourteenth annual Made in the South Awards is open through June 20. The magazine is seeking Southern-made product entries in six categories: Home,…
Cox recognizes Inspirational Student Heroes in Escambia County
On Wednesday, May 3, Cox Communications hosted the annual Cox Inspirational Student Hero Awards in Escambia County, recognizing 54 students who have overcome extreme hardships in their lives. The Heroes were recognized…
County loses appeal regarding Underhill’s legal fees
Escambia County lost its appeal regarding former Commissioner Doug Underhill’s demand that the taxpayers pay for his legal fees incurred to defend a defamation lawsuit and for which he received a summary…
Escambia Children’s Trust seeks input on mental health pilot programs
The Escambia Children’s Trust yesterday published a draft Request for Proposals (RFP) and launched a public comment portal that will allow feedback on the draft. “May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and…
