Jones may or may not challenge Gaetz

Rebekah Jones, the whistleblower that has challenged how Gov. Ron DeSantis reported on the COVID-19 pandemic, announced yesterday on Instagram her intention to run against…

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June 3 BCC discussion transcript

Here’s the pdf on the Escambia Board of County Commissioners’ discussion of the 401(a) annuity program. We’ve highlighted the statements made by Commissioner Lumon May….

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Barry, May don’t want back pay for themselves

Both Steven Barry and Lumon May yesterday told Inweekly that they wouldn’t accept any back pay regarding the 401(a) annuity retirement plan. Still, they want…

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New luxury condos on Palafox

Press Release: One Palafox Place is pleased to announce the premier of The Brent Lofts luxury condominiums, housed in the second and third floors of…

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Barry waits until June 17 to discuss Gilley’s job performance

By Jeremy Morrison Escambia County Commissioner Steven Barry says “there’s not one specific reason” why he called for a discussion regarding County Administrator Janice Gilley’s…

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Local entities handle retirement options better

How do other local government entities inform their employees of the retirement plan options and any changes? Commissioner Doug Underhill’s position is the county’s HR…

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Thomas makes court appearance

In early April, Inweekly broke the story that local insurance agent, John Michael Thomas, had been arrested in Arizona for alleged wire fraud charges related…

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Presser Notes: Planes, Boats & COVID-less Pressers?

by Jeremy Morrison, Inweekly Pensacola Mayor Grover Robinson took a few moments during his weekly press conference Monday to talk about his recent selection of…

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LWV elects first black president

Civil rights lawyer Cecile M. Scoon, Esq. has made history as the first Black woman elected to lead the League of Women Voters of Florida….

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‘Beyond the Menu’ highlights Baldwin County restaurants

“Beyond the Menu” is a public television series, produced by WSRE, that informs viewers about the exemplary contributions of local restaurants to the region’s cuisine…

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Pension debate uncovers another Gilley goof

The hot topic at the Escambia Commission meeting on Thursday, June 3, was the pensions for the county’s senior management and the commissioners. According to…

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Gilley’s Gauntlet

Escambia Administrator’s Contract Up For Discussion By Jeremy Morrison When Escambia County Administrator Janice Gilley returns to work from her trip out of town, she…

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