On Dec. 20, the Pensacola Children’s Museum will reopen to the public with a new exhibit, “Our Town: A Space for All,” featuring historic businesses and sites inspired by Pensacola landmarks. The…
County Takes Over Paratransit Services on Dec. 22
From Escambia County: This notice applies to current approved Transportation Disadvantaged and ADA Complementary Paratransit Service clients who have rides scheduled with ITL starting Monday, Dec. 22. Escambia County Area Transit has…
Podcast: Justice for Sofia
—Mother Files Lawsuit One Year After Daughter’s Tragic Death— On the one-year anniversary of her daughter’s death, Sandy Bennett-Tidwell took a painful but determined step forward—filing a wrongful death lawsuit for 12-year-old…
Will Reeves File Today? Reasons For & Against a 2nd Term
UPDATE: Escambia County Supervisor of Elections Robert Bender has confirmed that Mayor Reeves pre-filed this afternoon. Mayor D.C. Reeves is expected to pre-file today to run for a second term. Indications: Reeves…
Escambia County Delivers in FY 2024-2025
Escambia County’s annual report for fiscal year 2024-2025 showcases a wide-ranging effort to improve infrastructure, respond to emergencies, and address homelessness across the region’s 320,000-plus residents. Read annual report. Emergency Response Through…
ECPS Collected 23K lbs of Food for Manna
Escambia County Public Schools (ECPS) has again partnered with Manna Food Pantries to collect non-perishable food items for those in need in Escambia County. Why this matters: The district’s holiday food drive…
Studer Forms Group to Buy Minor League Teams
Exclusive: Quint Studer Launches Community Baseball Partners to Counter Private Equity Takeover of Minor League Baseball —Blue Wahoos owner creates alternative ownership model to preserve community-focused team— Pensacola Blue Wahoos owner Quint…
TaxWatch Report: Local Tax Burden Less Here
Florida TaxWatch has released its 2025 “How Florida Counties Compare” report, and the data reveal that Escambia and Santa Rosa counties fare favorably compared to the state average and counties with similar…
City Wants Trust/CRA Funds for Infant Care for Working Moms
—Alice Williams Library to Become Childcare and Training Hub— The City of Pensacola is taking steps to address the childcare crisis that’s costing Florida’s economy $5.4 billion annually and forcing workers to…
International Foiling Race Coming to Pensacola in March
The North American WASZP Class has released its full 2026 calendar, and Pensacola will host a huge foiling event in March. Nautica News reports: “Pensacola will host the International WASZP Games, an…
Behind the Headlines: Escambia Children’s Trust vs. City of Pensacola
The Escambia Children’s Trust is pushing back against the City of Pensacola’s demand for $2.45 million in tax increment financing payments, submitting a supplemental exemption request that challenges both the legality and…
Former UWF VP Named EMU President
Former University of West Florida vice president Dr. Brendan Kelly has been selected as the 24th president of Eastern Michigan University. The Board of Regents selected Kelly last week following a national…
Pensacola Chamber Announces 2026 Legislative Priorities
The Greater Chamber of Commerce unveiled its 2026 legislative priorities—Transportation, Childcare, Workforce, Property Tax Reform and Affordable Housing—at its annual Legislative Luncheon. Chamber Board Member Ruthie Noel emceed the event and unveiled…
Better Communication on Baptist Demolition Coming
Mayor D.C. Reeves assured the media that the demolition of the old Baptist Hospital and all environmental abatement is being “conducted safely, responsibly, and in full compliance with regulatory requirements.” Former City…
Mayor Addresses Children’s Trust Tension Ahead of Thursday Meeting
—City Still Expects CRA Funds for Childcare Facilities Despite “Curve Ball” Letter— Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves remains optimistic about resolving tensions with the Escambia Children’s Trust despite receiving what he called a…
Boots for Matt Berry Controls MLK Plaza on Friday nights
At his weekly press conference this morning. I asked Mayor D.C. Reeves to explain how a permit given to Boots for Matt Berry allows Food Not Bombs to gather at Martin Luther…
New Study: Dire Consequences of Florida Property Tax Proposals
—Cities Face 38% Revenue Loss Under Full Elimination— A comprehensive study by Wichita State University has delivered a reality check for Florida’s ongoing property tax debate, revealing that proposed property tax exemptions…
AG Uthmeier Threatens Pensacola Again – Update
UPDATE: USA Today reports the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals struck down a lower court order that had suspended enforcement of the state law for the last two years. The state can…
Children’s Trust Put Off Six Months by City on Tax Exemption
The Escambia Children’s Trust is pushing back against property tax demands from the City of Pensacola, arguing that the nearly $10 million it already spends on children’s services within city limits—including $1.7…
UWF Creates American Civic Republicanism Center
—UWF Board Approves New Center with $1.5 Million Federal Grant— The University of West Florida Board of Trustees approved last Wednesday the creation of the Academy of American Civic Republicanism Center, a…