The Fish House is more than a restaurant—it’s a Pensacola institution. After 28 years as one of downtown’s anchor dining destinations, Great Southern Restaurant Group had made a bold move to keep…
Appeals Court Rules Underhill’s Facebook Messages Are Public Records, Must Pay Legal Fees
A federal appeals court dealt a significant blow to former Escambia County Commissioner Doug Underhill, affirming that his Facebook posts and private messages with constituents were public records subject to disclosure under…
Ice Flyers Shatter Attendance Record
A total of 168,493 fans attended Ice Flyers games during the 2025–26 regular season, surpassing last year’s total of 152,702 and continuing a steady rise in support from the Pensacola community. “When…
County Commission Confronts Budget Uncertainty, Property Tax Loss
The Escambia County Commission convened its Committee of the Whole on Wednesday morning to begin its public discussion of the fiscal year 2026-27 budget process, and the conversation revealed how precarious the…
Circus Returns Today: BCC Discusses Elected Superintendent Referendum
The Escambia Board of County Commissioners meets at 5:30 p.m. today. They will discuss adopting an ordinance that would authorize a county-wide referendum to if the Superintendent of Schools should be an…
Escambia Westgate Center Marks 20th Anniversary of Snoezelen Center
On Thursday, March 26, the Escambia County Snoezelen Foundation and Escambia Westgate Center celebrated the 20th anniversary of the opening of the Lacey A. Collier Sensory Complex. History: The concept of a…
Stafford Covers for Mayor Reeves at Tuesday Press Conference
City Administrator David Stafford filled in for Mayor D.C. Reeves at Tuesday’s press conference, covering a wide range of city projects. Fricker Center Renovation Moving Forward Green Simmons was awarded a $7.8…
Hofberger Sides with Childers on Discretionary Funds
Escambia County Commissioner Ashlee Hofberger is running a paid ad siding with County Clerk Pam Childers over whether the clerk has the authority to withhold payment of discretionary funds approved by the…
Speak out, Fix Escambia County Area Transit
Tired of waiting for ECAT buses that never show up, only to learn the route has been changed without any notice on the website? Frustrated when calling ECAT for help and getting…
Childers Refusal to Write Check for Girls’ Team Called “Embarassing”
Dan McFaul, a Pensacola native who is the managing partner of the Washington, D.C., office of Ballard Partners, read my article about County Clerk Pam Childers refusing to write a $1,000 check…
Damn, Blue Angels Practice Viewing on NAS Pensacola Suspended
Public access at NAS Pensacola continues to be in flux, with announcements changing week to week. The latest update is that access to the flight line behind the National Naval Aviation Museum…
Deadly Intersection Sparks Dispute Between FDOT and City
EXCLUSIVE BEHIND-THE-SCENES LOOK: The first intersection motorists encounter after crossing the Chappie James Bridge has become one of the most dangerous stretches of road in the city—and now a flashpoint between state…
New Palafox Update: The One Explaining Palm Trees
Adrianne Walker, the city’s strategic initiatives project officer, sent out an update on the New Palafox project. She reminded everyone that access to the construction area is restricted to authorized construction personnel…
Commissioner says he doesn’t lie, then misstates facts
During the discussion of public access to beaches on Perdido Key at the board’s March 26 meeting, Escambia County Commissioner Steve Stroberger said that Commissioner Mike Kohler shouldn’t be allowed to vote…
Don’t Be Fooled by Third-Party Voter Registration Mailers
Escambia County Supervisor of Elections Robert D. Bender is warning residents about voter registration mailings arriving from an outside organization—and urging anyone who receives one to stop before filling it out. What? Nearly…
National Naval Aviation Museum Remains Open Seven Days a Week
The National Naval Aviation Museum would like to provide clear guidance regarding public access. The Museum remains open seven days a week and continues to welcome visitors throughout the year. At this…
United Way’s 211 Line Steps Up for TSA Workers During Government Shutdown
The federal government shutdown is hitting close to home. TSA agents at Pensacola International Airport are working without pay, and the financial pressure on their families is mounting. United Way of West…
UWF’s Path to Division I: What It Will Take (UPDATE)
The buzz around the University of West Florida’s athletic future has grown louder since President Manny Diaz Jr. took the helm. According to sources, Diaz is preparing to announce plans to move…
University of West Florida Rumors: D1 Sports, Office of President Changes
University of West Florida President Manny Diaz will soon announce plans for the school to jump from Division II to Division I in all sports. How he will pay for the increased…
Lady Cats Celebration Turns Into Discretionary Funds Showdown
A Thursday morning proclamation honoring Booker T. Washington High School’s state championship girls’ basketball team turned into a public clash between the Escambia County Commission and Clerk Pam Childers over whether the…
