RED FLAG ALERT: UWF Faculty Senate raises concerns

The University of West Florida’s Faculty Senate has released a comprehensive report highlighting significant concerns about new Board Trustee Adam Kissel’s proposed amendment to UWF’s…

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Four commissioners voice support for Save UWF

Inweekly’s campaign to have locals and alumni comprise the majority of the University of West Florida Board of Trustees has gained steam, as community leaders…

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Daily Outtakes: Red Light violations jumped 54%

At his weekly press conference, I pressed Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves about whether the red light cameras were making intersections safer, pointing out that there…

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For Stroberger’s research: JWA developed Redstone Gateway

In his “extensive research” of what development group would be best suited to develop the 540 acres of OLF 8 in accordance with the site’s…

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Presser Takeaways: March 11, 2025

Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves held his regular press conference this morning, highlighting the city’s recent resident satisfaction survey results. The survey, conducted by the University…

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Stroberger throws shade on local developer

District 1 County Commissioner Steve Stroberger wants Beulah Town Center, the development group headed by Fred Hemmer, to purchase OLF 8, a 540-acre site located…

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Minimum wage law may get exemption

The Florida Senate’s Commerce and Tourism Committee approved a proposal to allow employers to exempt certain workers from the state’s minimum wage requirements. The bill…

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OLF 8: Commissioners debate next steps with two developers

The Escambia County Commission still can’t decide what to do with OLF 8, a prime piece of real estate in Beulah, but the board appears…

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Daily Outtakes: Residents fight for neighborhood, lose

Last Thursday’s Escambia County Commission meeting revealed deep tensions over a proposal to convert the former Henry T. McMillan School in the Englewood neighborhood into…

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City project bids enter selection phase

RFP 25-008 | Decommissioning and Demolition (D&D) Contractor for the Former Baptist Hospital Complex The City has scheduled two crucial selection committee meetings regarding the…

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University leaders defend DEI restrictions

A lawsuit filed by professors from three Florida universities challenges a 2023 state law that restricts diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs in higher education….

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State takes bold steps to combat human trafficking

On Friday, the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) unveiled new resources and prevention initiatives, including over $900,000 in grants for law enforcement agencies…

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Best ever opening remarks by a House Speaker

In his weekend “Takeaways from Tallahassee,” Florida Politics founder Peter Schorsch wrote, “One former member whose opinion we respect says his was the best Opening…

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Daily Outtakes: TDC revisits Chappie James Memorial dispute

This week, the Escambia County Tourist Development Council (TDC) holds a special meeting at 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 13. Chairman David Bear requests council…

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Top Stories: Week ending March 8, 2025

When I appeared on a panel to discuss the news stories of 2024, PNJ Executive Editor Lisa Nellessen Savage remarked that any story about County…

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Sun Belt Conference Fan Fest: Celebrates of Basketball In Pensacola

The Sun Belt Conference Fan Fest Despite will proceed rain or shine, with contingency plans to keep everyone dry and comfortable, according to Visit Pensacola’s…

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UWF Board Appointments: The Hidden Story

Political Games in DeSantis’s Appointments Office Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis should write a textbook on how power consolidation works when nobody’s paying attention. One chapter…

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Backroom Briefing: Taking Stock of Tariffs

Weekly political notes from The News Service of Florida By Jim Saunders TALLAHASSEE — State lawmakers are watching to see how President Donald Trump’s trade…

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Pensacola Habitat for Humanity helps veteran firefighter

Pensacola Habitat for Humanity recently completed essential home repairs for Christopher, a disabled veteran firefighter struggling with mobility challenges in his own home. DETAILS Christopher,…

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No Active Shooter found after reports at Corry Station

Law enforcement agencies responded in force to reports of an active shooter situation at Corry Station in Pensacola today but found no evidence of a…

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