The CRA was established in 1982 to promote economic development and urban revitalization in the area bound by Bayfront Parkway, A Street, Cervantes Street, and Ninth Avenue. To fund the CRA, the…
Podcast: Appointed vs. Elected Superintendent
As Escambia County prepares for what could be its seventh or eighth referendum on whether to elect or appoint its school superintendent, Walker Wilson is ready to defend the appointed system he…
Daily Outtakes: Galvez Landing Boat Launch Expansion Nixed
The $5 million expansion of the Galvez Landing boat launch has been dropped from Amendment 4 for the RESTORE funding plan, and public beach access has been retained. Read Agenda Item. This…
Trust Board Meeting Focuses on ECPS Academic Improvements
Last night, the Escambia County Children’s Trust board meeting reviewed academic progress across Escambia County Public School District (ECPS), with data showing improvements in multiple schools through targeted community partnerships and student…
Right Time, Right Idea
When people stroll down Palafox Street in downtown Pensacola, they see a vibrant city celebrating its rich history. When they attend a baseball game at Blue Wahoos Stadium or listen to the…
Presser Notes: Pensacola’s Curbside Recycling Returns
Pensacola residents can once again participate in curbside recycling as Mayor D.C. Reeves announced the relaunch of the city’s recycling program this month. The program, which had been on hiatus, is now…
Daily Outtakes: Mayor Seeks Childcare Consensus
At his press conference on Tuesday, Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves shared his excitement for what could be a pivotal meeting to address the city’s childcare crisis. Today’s second childcare summit aims to…
Reimagining Palafox without hurting downtown businesses
Over the 4th of July weekend, I heard that Mayor D.C. Reeves’s recent meeting with downtown business owners to discuss the highly anticipated Reimagine Palafox project had mixed responses. Today at his…
Mayor Reeves plans to discount parking for residents and seniors
Pensacola’s downtown parking landscape is evolving, and Mayor D.C. Reeves continues to use his weekly press conference to help residents understand the “why” behind the changes. At his July 8 press conference,…
City wants to reset the Chappie James Memorial
The City of Pensacola is looking to reset its relationship with the Gen. Daniel “Chappie” James Jr. Memorial Foundation following the expiration of their original agreement on June 30, as city officials…
Stroberger said he would reevaluate Galvez Landing
At his June 30 town hall, Commissioner Steve Stroberger first defended adding the $5 million expansion of Galvez Landing to the county’s list of RESTORE projects, saying residents might not understand it….
Daily Outtakes: What’s next for Chappie James Monument?
Has the Gen. Daniel “Chappie” James Jr. Memorial Foundation lost its right to build a memorial plaza at the foot of the Chappie James Bridge? The stewardship agreement between the City of…
Escambia High Schools quadrupled B grades
Escambia County went from one “B” high school to four, adding Pensacola High, Washington High and Tate. 2025 2024 WEST FLORIDA HIGH /TECHNICAL A A PENSACOLA STATE CHARTER ACADEMY A A PENSACOLA…
Escambia Middle School improve, except for Warrington Prep
Escambia has two new “A” schools—Ransom Middle and Beulah Academy, and three new “B” schools—Ernest Ward, Jim Bailey and Beulah Middle. Ferry Pass dropped from a “B” to a “C,” while Bellview…
Elementary School Grades: More B’s and D’s
Escambia County Public Schools saw its “B” elementary schools increase from eight last year to 10 this year. Navy Point and Global Learning Academy dropped to “D” grades. Among the “A” elementary…
Four Hot Topics on BCC agenda
Besides considering whether to hold a public hearing for returning to an elected school superintendent, the Board of County Commissioners has four other hot topics on the agenda. Escambia Children’s Trust Since…
Gulf Coast Kid’s House School Supply Drive runs through July 31
Gulf Coast Kid’s House has launched its annual school supply drive, accepting donations through July 31 (and beyond) to ensure every child it serves has the tools needed to start school prepared…
Appointed vs Election Superintendent may be back on ballot
At its meeting on Thursday, July 10, the Board of County Commissioners will consider accepting the Escambia County School Board’s request to have voters reconsider whether to make the school superintendent’s position…
AI, USAF disagree with Stroberger
To open the discussion on Sorrento Road at his town hall on June 30, Escambia County Commissioner Steve Stroberger shared information from his military experience to support his belief that an issue…
Daily Outtakes: Sheriff assesses Sorrento Road Safety differently
Commissioner Steve Stroberger emphasizes immediate danger, while Sheriff Chip Simmons’ data suggests a broader perspective is needed. Two local officials presented starkly different assessments of Sorrento Road’s safety crisis during a June…