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Florida Blue Foundation awards grant for Blazer Academy

Posted on June 11, 2025

The Escambia County Sheriff Foundation has received a significant boost in its mission to empower local youth, thanks to a substantial grant from the Florida Blue Foundation. This funding will directly support…

Pensacola International Airport: More improvements coming

Posted on June 11, 2025

Pensacola International Airport (PNS) continues its impressive growth trajectory, bolstered by strong federal support and strategic infrastructure improvements. Mayor D.C. Reeves recently returned from productive Washington, D.C. meetings with Senate leadership, securing…

Hofberger gaslights local artists on beach gateway

Posted on June 11, 2025

After creating a viral storm on local social media, Escambia County Commissioner Ashlee Hofberger hinted on her official Facebook page that she would have been open to other ideas if the designers…

Inweekly: Emily Ley’s Extraordinary Fight

Posted on June 11, 2025

What started as a simple love for school supplies has become one of the most compelling David vs. Goliath stories in American business today. Emily Ley, the 42-year-old Pensacola entrepreneur behind the…

From Republican to Democrat: David Jolly’s Bold Vision

Posted on June 11, 2025

Former Republican congressman David Jolly is making waves in Florida politics with his campaign for the Democratic nomination for governor. His recent appearance on “(We Don’t) Color On the Dog” podcast revealed…

Daily Outtakes: See UWF interim president’s proposed contract

Posted on June 11, 2025

Florida Education Commissioner Manny Diaz will get a $319K pay increase if the University of West Florida Board of Trustees approves tomorrow the contract that Board chair Rebecca Matthews has proposed. The…

Gulf Winds Foundation Awards $25,000 in Scholarships

Posted on June 10, 2025

The Gulf Winds Foundation has awarded $25,000 in scholarships to five exceptional students who are about to embark on their higher education journeys. A Record Year This year brought something special—73 applications…

Children Trust Chair calls for ‘Civil Discourse’ with BCC

Posted on June 10, 2025

At this morning’s Escambia Children’s Trust board meeting, Chair Dr. Rex Northup made an impassioned plea for what he termed “civil discourse” from the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners (BCC). He…

Georgia has a childcare crisis, too

Posted on June 10, 2025

Like here in Pensacola, Georgia families face a mounting childcare crisis, and despite comprehensive recommendations a state study committee, meaningful action from state lawmakers remains absent. This disconnect has sparked a grassroots…

The importance of community engagement

Posted on June 10, 2025

Escambia County Commissioner Ashlee Hofbergers’s Pensacola Beach Gateway project continues to get roasted on social media. Last Friday, Hofberger released three options for residents to consider. Residents universally dislike each of them….

Free Z Tuesday returns on June 17

Posted on June 10, 2025

Zarzaur Law, P.A. has announced the return of its popular Free Z Tuesday summer event series, scheduled to run every Tuesday from June 17 through Aug. 5. The community-focused initiative invites residents…

Daily Outtakes: D.C. in D.C.

Posted on June 10, 2025

Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves wrapped up a productive Monday of meetings on Capitol Hill, sitting down for the “We Don’t Color On the Dog” podcast to discuss his conversations with Florida’s congressional…

Oops, Hope Florida Foundation to amend tax return

Posted on June 9, 2025

The Orlando Sentinel reports that Hope Florida Foundation will amend its tax return to show the Governor’s Cup golf tournament made money. In April, after the Foundation released its Form 990, which covered…

Five Flags Speedway: Kids’ Bike Race Night on June 13

Posted on June 9, 2025

Press Release: Get ready for a fantastic Friday night of high-speed action and family fun at Five Flags Speedway on June 13th! Not only does the Allen Turner Road to the Snowflake…

Mark Lee Team achieves Florida Top 50 ranking

Posted on June 9, 2025

A Pensacola Beach-based real estate team has earned recognition among Florida’s top-performing medium-sized teams, according to recently released industry rankings. The Mark Lee Team at Levin Rinke Realty placed 44th statewide in…

Children’s Trust offers new deal re:CRA and Youth Services

Posted on June 9, 2025

The Escambia Children’s Trust Board of Directors meets tomorrow to discuss a new proposed interlocal agreement between the Trust and the Board of County Commissioners. The agreement allows the Children’s Trust to…

UWF President Saunders may get bonus

Posted on June 9, 2025

The University of West Florida Board of Trustees chair, Rebecca Matthews, will recommend that the board give President Dr. Martha Saunders a performance incentive payment. Background: At the May 27, 2025, Special…

Revitalizing Pensacola’s Eastside: A Community-Driven Vision for the Future

Posted on June 9, 2025

The City of Pensacola’s Eastside neighborhood is on the cusp of transformation. After months of extensive community engagement and careful planning, the Pensacola City Council will have the second public hearing on…

Daily Outtakes: Andrade won’t back down on budget

Posted on June 9, 2025

State Rep. Alex Andrade isn’t backing off his position on Gov. Ron DeSantis’ Hope Florida budget demands. As chair of the House Health Care Budget Subcommittee, Andrade is wielding budget authority like…

Pensacola’s fight for a strong mayor

Posted on June 8, 2025

D.C. Reeves is Pensacola’s third strong mayor. The fight to change Pensacola’s form of government from a city-manager to a strong mayor was almost as contentious as the Community Maritime Park battle. Inweekly…

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