Creating Memorable Experiences with the Blue Wahoos It’s not just about winning. Erik Bremer, the manager of broadcasting and media relations for the Blue Wahoos, explained that most people think a professional…
Meet Erik Bremer: Voice of the Wahoos
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos open their 2026 season against the Montgomery Biscuits at 6:05 p.m. today at Blue Wahoos Stadium. The team and the season are our cover story this week. Our…
Commission Votes 4-1 to Place Superintendent Referendum on August Primary Ballot
The Escambia County Commission voted 4-1 Wednesday to adopt an ordinance placing a referendum on whether the Superintendent of Schools should be an elected position on the August 18 Statewide Primary Election…
City to Donate Avery Street Property for Community Health
Mayor D.C. Reeves is asking the Pensacola City Council to approve a land donation agreement that would transfer city-owned property at 801 West Avery Street to Community Health Northwest Florida Foundation, Inc.—the…
It’s Official: UWF Is Going Division I
The University of West Florida made what I reported last week official this morning—the Argonauts are headed to NCAA Division I. In a press conference on campus, UWF President Manny Diaz Jr….
Big Tech on Trial: Holding Social Media Accountable for Harming Kids
Two landmark jury verdicts in two days. A $375 million verdict in New Mexico followed by a $6 million verdict out of the Los Angeles Superior Court against Meta and YouTube. Both…
Fish House Expands, Atlas Becomes Part of Pensacola’s Iconic Waterfront Dining Complex
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…