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UWF + Westgate = One-of-a-Kind Learning
When it comes to serving students with disabilities, Escambia County has a resource most communities would envy, and now it’s getting even stronger. The University…
Mayor Reeves on Pensacola’s Future: What’s Coming Next
Pensacola Mayor DC Reeves joined Rick Outzen on We Don’t Color On the Dog this week for a wide-ranging conversation about the city’s most significant…
Sheriff Simmons Makes the Case: The Escambia County Jail Belongs Back Under the Sheriff
After years of operational struggles, Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons says a transfer of jail control is possible — but warns it won’t happen overnight.—…
Chip Simmons: How 40 Years of Saying Yes Landed Him at the Top of the Power List
Escambia County’s top lawman opens up about mentorship, innovation, and why staying in Pensacola was always the right call.— Chip Simmons didn’t stumble into the…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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’…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
