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ESA South Named a National Top-Performing Construction Co.

Pensacola’s ESA South has earned national recognition, landing at No. 220 on Associated Builders and Contractors’ 2026 Top Performers list and No. 114 among the…

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Salzman vs. Kohler: FB Backlash, NAS Pensacola Project Hurt

Escambia County Commissioner Mike Kohler faces backlash after his political battle with state Rep. Michelle Salzman over funding to improve the entrance to NAS Pensacola…

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Uthmeier Trolls Admit Attacking Andrade

Yesterday, I broke the news that Jae Williams, Attorney General James Uthmeier’s press secretary, sent an email to pro-life groups around the state, trying urging…

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AG Uthmeier’s Press Secretary Tries to Sabotage Andrade’s Committee Hearing

State Rep. Alex Andrade has shared communications from Jae Williams, a member of Attorney General James Uthmeier’s administration, sent to pro-life groups around the state,…

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Property Tax Amendment: Pensacola Loses $8.9 million

Update: The property tax proposal that actually passed late last week doesn’t phase out the exemption. It goes into effect immediately on Jan. 1, 2027,…

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Concerned Argos Object to Trustees Smith and Kissel

University of West Florida trustees Zack Smith and Adam Kissel have confirmation hearings this week. They appear before the Senate Appropriations Committee of Higher Education…

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Pensacola Sports Hall of Fame Could Get a Building

Two weeks ago, I reported Blue Wahoos owners Quint and Rishy Studer have formally asked the City of Pensacola to lease — or potentially lease…

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Emily Ley “Thrilled, Relieved” about Supreme Court Decision on Tariffs

Today, the U.S. Supreme Court, in a 6–3 decision, struck down most of President Trump’s recent “global” tariffs, holding that he exceeded his statutory authority…

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Exclusive: Hard Rock Hotel, 325 Residences, and a Public Plaza Headline Ambitious Maritime Park Redevelopment

Inspire Communities of Florida and Corporate Contractors Inc. reveal details of a transformative two-phase project that promises to reshape Pensacola’s waterfront downtown. What Is Lot…

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Florida House Passes Budget, Tax Relief Measures

The Florida House today passed HB 5001, a $113.6 billion state budget proposal for fiscal year 2026-27. It is $4 billion lower than Governor DeSantis’…

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Escambia County Now Accepting Applications for 2026 Summer Youth Employment Program — Deadline is Feb. 27

If you’re a young person in Escambia County between the ages of 16 and 24, here’s an opportunity worth paying attention to: the county is…

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Inweekly Power List Celebrates 19th Anniversary

One Pensacola publication seeks to measure the unmeasurable—publishing an annual roster of the influencers, power brokers and leaders who define our corner of Florida. The…

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Bad Day for DeSantis Cabal: AG Grift and MAHA Rejection

Florida AG Uthmeier’s $100,000 Secret Side Gig at UF The Tampa Bay Times reports that Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has been quietly collecting a…

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Kites on the Coast Returns to Pensacola Beach for Fifth Year

If you’re looking for a perfect late-winter weekend outing, look no further than Casino Beach. The Council on Aging of West Florida is bringing back…

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City Extends Bay Center Survey

City Administrator David Stafford announced today that the deadline for the city’s survey on possible upgrades to the county-owned Pensacola Bay Center has been extended…

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Gaetz: UWF Trustee Confirmations Update, Voucher Bill Caught in House-Senate Friction

State Senator Don Gaetz is keeping a close eye on two fronts this legislative session — the confirmation of University of West Florida trustee appointments…

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Andrade Targets Three Issues: Infant Mortality, Hope Florida Loophole, Public Records

State Rep. Alex Andrade is swinging at three major targets this legislative session — and none of them are softballs. In a conversation on (We…

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Anderson Subaru and United Way Team Up to Put New Shoes on Pensacola Kids’ Feet

Local dealership brings national Subaru Loves to Help® initiative to Escambia and Santa Rosa counties— For too many children in our community, something as basic…

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Final Open House on Land Development Code Update Today

The City of Pensacola will hold its third and final open house from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. today, offering the public an opportunity to…

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UWF President Sets 12 Performance Goals

At last week’s special meeting of the University of West Florida Board of Trustees, President Manny Diaz presented his annual goals and objectives as required…

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