What happens in Tallahassee matters, I’ve recapped some of the highlights with the help of the News Service of Florida. Voucher Expansion Moving The House Choice & Innovation Subcommittee approved HB 1…
DeSantis’ push for Dhillon fails to help in RNC chair race
Ronna McDaniel has won her fourth term as chair of the Republican National Committee, thanks to an endorsement from Donald Trump, leaving little doubt about the former president’s hold on the party….
Singleton named new Pensacola Energy director
Darryl Singleton has been selected as the Director of Pensacola Energy, responsible for overseeing and leading the City of Pensacola’s natural gas utility company. Singleton has worked for the City of Pensacola…
Real News: Friday, Jan. 27, 2023
ABC News’ entertainment correspondent Jason Nathanson reviews Poker Face and You People. He also discusses the Best Picture nominees. Will Kennedy talks UWF sports, heading into basketball tournaments and baseball and softball…
Biden administration issues fact sheet on student debt relief
Today, the Biden-Harris Administration released new data showing the number of people in each state who applied for student debt relief or were automatically eligible for relief. These borrowers could be benefitting…
Demoliton to slow bridge traffic Monday afternoon
Drivers will encounter a rolling slow down of traffic on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Monday, Jan. 30 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Crews will be demolishing and removing a submerged pier…
City rolls the dice today
he City of Pensacola Parks and Recreation Department invites the community to attend a public art unveiling ceremony on Friday, Jan. 27 at 4 p.m. to celebrate the installation of the Chute…
Florida House adds dress code
Flyers have appeared in the state capitol with photos that show what is the appropriate attire for lawmakers and their staff (and lobbyists) in the chambers, in the building and outside the…
Florida House wants to give contractors another break
—Nothing to protect homeowners like those in our area who were victimized by predatory contractors. The bill, under the guise of dealing with the lack of affordable housing, would reduce the time…
Real News: Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023
Community Health CEO Chandra Smiley gives an update on the Point-in-Time to determine the homeless count for Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. How does a top FBI counterintelligence executive move from a…
Escalators being replaced at airport
Pensacola International Airport will begin work next week to replace one of two airport escalators, kicking off renovations to modernize airport facilities and enhance the overall travel experience for Pensacola residents and…
Podcast: PB Sailfish sign returns
Escambia County is pleased to announce the new Pensacola Beach Sailfish Sign is fully operational. The sign sustained damage during Hurricane Sally in 2020. Work to replace the sign began on Dec….
Podcast: Great deals available at the Big Winter Book Sale, Jan. 27-29
During the coldest days of winter, there’s still nothing better than snuggling up with a warm blanket and a good book. It’s a great time to stock up on books, DVDs, audiobooks…
Presser notes: Baptist’s Big Bust & Ferdinand’s Energy
By Jeremy Morrison Upon his return to Pensacola from Washington, D.C., Mayor D.C. Reeves said that he felt encouraged about the flow of various federal dollars down to the local level. “Everyone…
Read the African American Studies AP course material
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration has rejected a proposed AP American American Studies course saying it violates Florida law. In tweets, Florida Education Commissioner Many Diaz accused the course of being “woke indoctrination…
Pensacola Habitat ranked 13th
Press release: Pensacola Habitat for Humanity continued its rise over the past several years with an incredibly productive 2022, building enough homes to become the 13th largest Habitat for Humanity affiliate in…
Holocaust Remembrance at UWF
The University of West Florida will host a Holocaust Remembrance Event this Thursday, January 26 from 5-6:30 p.m. in the Rolfs Music Hall on the Pensacola campus. Special guest Dr. Leon Chameides,…
FP&L chairman, CEO resigns
By Jim Saunders, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Eric Silagy, chairman, president and CEO of Florida Power & Light and a prominent figure in state political and business circles, will…
Real News: Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2025
Escambia County Public Safety Director Eric Gilmore discusses the county’s emergency alert system. He also discusses the statewide recognition his department has received. Rally Pensacola is now Rally Gulf Coast. Cindi Bonner…
Podcast: Council on Aging pioneers tiny homes
Council on Aging of West Florida has successfully housed agency client Beverly Monroe in a 128-square-foot tiny home unit as part of a project funded by a $50,000 AARP Community Challenge Grant….