Our Northwest Florida delegation has proven remarkably effective this legislative session, each lawmaker bringing their unique strengths to Tallahassee. Rep. Michelle Salzman continues to be a fierce advocate for her District 1…
Follow the Money: How Casey DeSantis’ Hope Florida Foundation Funds Flowed to Anti-Pot Campaign
The Tampa Bay Times reports that it has tracked how the $10 million settlement to First Lady Casey DeSantis’ Hope Florida Foundation was spent. The funds ultimately supported her husband’s efforts to…
Why did UWF Trustee Gates abandon his core belief
When he appeared before the Senate Appropriations Committee on Higher Education, University of West Florida Trustee Gates Garcia said, under oath, that while he had no knowledge of former Trustee Scott Yenor’s…
Daily Outtakes: UWF Trustee Gates revealed more than intended
The Senate Appropriations Committee on Higher Education voted on Gov. Ron DeSantis’ three remaining appointees to the University of West Florida Board of Trustees—Chris Young, Gates Garcia and Paul Bailey. Under oath,…
‘Path, Passion, Purpose’ discussion with Renowned Artists at UWF
The 52 World, in collaboration with The Art Gallery (TAG) at the University of West Florida, is hosting an exceptional evening of creative conversation titled “Path, Passion, Purpose.” This free event will…
DeSantis appointees voted for Yenor, didn’t know his views
The Senate Appropriations Committee on Higher Education asked Gov. Ron DeSantis’ appointees to the University of West Florida Board of Trustees to explain, under oath, why they voted to make Boise State…
Andrade grills ACHA over Hope Florida deal
In the House Health Care Budget Committee meeting on April 9, State Representative Alex Andrade (R-Pensacola) engaged in a heated exchange with officials from the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) regarding…
Yenor says he resigned due to opposition ‘among small group within Florida’s Senate’
The University of West Florida (UWF) Board of Trustees Chairman Scott Yenor blamed his resignation yesterday on “opposition to my nomination among a group within Florida’s Senate.” Sen. Don Gaetz, whose committee…
Daily Outtakes: Baptist, Bay Center, Attack on Unhoused
Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves held his regular press conference yesterday, addressing several ongoing city projects and responding to a disturbing incident involving teenagers attacking an unhoused individual. City-County Recap Mayor Reeves described…
Breaking: UWF Board chair Scott Yenor resigns
UPDATE: Yenor Resignation Letter – here Tallahassee sources have confirmed that Boise State professor Scott Yenor has resigned from the University of West Florida Board of Trustees. Yenor was elected board chairman…
Escambia County, Pensacola Habitat to Host Homebuyer Workshop April 12
Are you dreaming of homeownership but worried about affordability? Escambia County and Pensacola Habitat for Humanity are joining forces to host a free homebuyer workshop focused on 14 newly constructed single-family homes…
Future UWF Board of Trustees must be Florida resident or alum
Florida’s House Education & Employment Committee passed an amended HB 1321, which Rep. Michelle Salzman filed to increase transparency and accountability in the state’s higher education system. Amendment: The Committee’s substitute bill…
‘A Good Fit for Growth’: Bill Mitchem on Beggs & Lane’s New Chapter
Pensacola’s oldest law firm, Beggs & Lane (est. 1883), will combine with the New Orleans-based law firm Phelps (est. 1853) effective May 1, 2025, creating a regional powerhouse with over 425 attorneys…
Questions Surround $10 Million Settlement Directed to Casey DeSantis’ Hope Florida
Pensacola state lawmaker Alex Andrade has been tasked with investigating how $10 million ended up in a charity created by Governor DeSantis’s wife. DETAILS A recent investigation by the Herald/Times Tallahassee Bureau…
Daily Outtakes: Childers’ runaway payroll needs a DOGE review
A review of the Escambia County budgets revealed that County Clerk Pam Childers’ payroll—just Executive, Regular and Special Pay and Overtime—has increased $1.295 million since she was elected to her second term…
Feeding the Gulf Coast receives $10K Fly Beyond grant
The Wawa Foundation has awarded Feeding the Gulf Coast a $10,000 “Fly Beyond” grant for its Backpack program. Why this matters: “Wawa’s ongoing generous support and partnership are an investment in the…
ECUA receives grant for Beach water main
The Emerald Coast Utilities Authority (ECUA) has received a $2 million state grant from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) through their Local Government Water Supply Pilot Grant program to support…
PSC Breaks Ground on New Aviation Maintenance Training Facility
Pensacola State College (PSC) marked another milestone on Monday with the groundbreaking ceremony for its new 34,000-square-foot Aviation Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics Program facility at the Pensacola International Airport. Strong Partnerships: The…
Daily Outtakes: Childers halts funds to church-sponsored programs
In a surprising development at the April 3 Escambia County Commission meeting, County Clerk Pam Childers announced she would temporarily halt approvals for commissioner discretionary fund expenditures pending a review of their…
Podcast: Capitol Conversations with Alex Andrade
Join me for an insightful interview with Florida State Representative Alex Andrade as they discuss the midpoint of the Florida legislative session. In this episode, Alex provides updates on several key bills…
