Press release: To coincide with tenth anniversary ceremonies marking Hurricane Katrina’s devastating assault on New Orleans and the Gulf Coast, the United States Coast Guard dedicated “Rescue Me,” a painting by Dale…
Viewpoint: Market Mayhem, Don’t blame China
“It’s the economy, stupid.” By Gerald Celente Publisher, Trends Journal Read the headlines. Listen to business-news broadcasts. Across the western world, financial fingers are pointing to China as the culprit for both…
Judge wants court direction in redistricting case
By BRANDON LARRABEE THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA A Leon County judge will ask the Florida Supreme Court how to move forward with a redistricting lawsuit after the Legislature failed to draw…
Upward Intuition hosts regional skateboard competition, Blake Doyle Classic
Upward Intuition moves forward with its commitment to help Pensacola build its first ever community skateboarding plaza with the Blake Doyle Classic, a skateboarding competition for regional skaters of all ages hosted…
BP settlement could be good news for Corrine Jones project
In July, County Administrator Eric Olson told the Pensacola City Council that the proposed Government Street Regional Stormwater Pond at Corrine Jones Park was placed on hold because the bids had come…
Va. reporter, camera man killed during live broadcast this morning
WDBJ-TV in Roanoke, Va. is reporting that a gunman killed its reporter Alison Parker, 24, and videographer Adam Ward, 27, during a live broadcast this morning. The station’s general manager, Jeff Marks,…
R&B Legend comes alive in ‘The Eve of Jackie Wilson’
Press release: One of America’s signature rhythm and blues voices will come to life once more, this time at Pensacola Little Theatre in downtown Pensacola. Broadway veteran and musician Chester Gregory stars…
Pensacola Little Theatre shows Broadway production ‘God of Carnage’
Press Release: The Pensacola Little Theatre invites you to get out your boxing gloves, or rather take the gloves off, and get into the ring. PLT’s next show to take stage is…
Baptist Health Care responds to governor’s audit request
From Andy Terry, Vice President of Revenue Management, Baptist Health Care: Baptist Health Care took this request from AHCA for certification of our Medicaid Managed Care rates very seriously. Because the August…
Served in Japan? Submit your photos for Sept. 4 event honoring U.S. military
Press Release: Have you or your family been stationed in Japan? If so, there’s an event for you next Friday. The Japan-U.S. Military Program (JUMP) Pensacola Event will take place at the…
State capital briefs: Tuesday, Aug. 25
SCOTT APPROVAL RATING IMPROVES Gov. Rick Scott’s approval rating among Florida voters has climbed to 45 percent, a substantial improvement from earlier this summer, according to a Quinnipiac University poll released Tuesday….
Pensacola Speaks: Visit Pensacola and Emerald Coastkeeper
Today, we have two great interviews lined up. Steve Hayes of Visit Pensacola will be on the show during the first half-hour to talk about the summer tourism season and Destination 2020….
U.S. Senate race cloudy
By JIM SAUNDERS THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA Florida could be a key state next year in the battle for control of the U.S. Senate. But first, Florida voters will have to…
Scott continues to pressure hospitals, wants to audit 129
Gov. Rick Scott’s administration is continuing to ratchet up pressure on the hospital industry, with Scott saying Monday that 129 hospitals face audits related to Medicaid managed-care contracts. NorthEscambia.com reports that those…
Pensacola Speaks: Dr. Martha Saunders on UWF College of Health
In the second half hour of “Pensacola Speaks” today, we will the University of West Florida’s Provost and Executive Vice President, Dr. Martha Saunders. We will talk about the recently announced College…
Iran deal unpopular in Florida
From The News Service of Florida: A majority of Florida voters don’t like the way President Barack Obama is handling his job — and even more oppose a proposed nuclear deal with…
The Big Float this weekend
THE BIG FLOAT! – Sponsored by Adventures Unlimited and SweetWater Brewery Emerald Coastkeeper is having a fundraiser this weekend, The Big Float. It’s 8 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 29 at Adventures Unlimited in…
Congressman DeSantis on Pensacola Speaks today
We will have Congressman Ron DeSantis on News Talk 1370 today at 5:05 p.m. The Republican Congressman from the Jacksonville area is running for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by GOP…
Trump Stump hits Mobile, Ala
Our reporter Jeremy Morrison attended Donald Trump’s rally in Mobile, Ala. We will have his full article in the Aug. 27 issue, but here are a few nuggets: Like most Trump appearances,…
Mayor Hayward advertises for two assistant administrators
From the career portal on cityofpensacola.com: Assistant City Administrator – Policy and Support City Hall | Pensacola, FL | City Administrator Office | City Days Worked: Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri., Open…