Local News in Escambia County

Told You So: Alex Kelly Picked To Be Next PSC President

Rick's Blog called it Aug. 13: sources pointed to Alex Kelly. Now it's official — the Commerce Secretary is PSC's pick for president. The post Told You So: Alex Kelly Picked To Be Next PSC President first appeared on Rick's Blog .

Former UWF QB Wins First D1 Game

Former UWF star Marcus Stokes threw for 223 yards & 2 TDs in his Memphis debut win — plus tough NFL news for another Argos QB legend. The post Former UWF QB Wins First D1 Game first appeared on Rick's Blog .

Team Hofberger Continues to Target NPA Vinson

Team Hofberger's "poll" isn't measuring opinion—it's manipulating it. Same playbook as the library smear. Here's the pattern. The post Team Hofberger Continues to Target NPA Vinson first appeared on Rick's Blog .

How to Kill Tourism with Overregulation

Escambia owes tourism agencies $1.3M and won't pay it. TDC's David Bear explains why the checks aren't coming — and who's left holding the bag. The post How to Kill Tourism with Overregulation first appeared on Rick's Blog .

Rest of the Best, Mud-Slinging in D4, and More

Runners-up finally get their spotlight, D4 politics turn nasty, and Pensacola sailors bring home a trophy last seen in 1973. Your weekly wrap is here. The post Rest of the Best, Mud-Slinging in D4, and More first appeared on Rick's Blog .

What Does Meta’s $17 Billion Wake Up Call Mean for Your Teens

Meta's paying $18B for harming kids online—but attorney Ned McWilliams says the fine is a joke. The real fix? New limits on minors' screen time. The post What Does Meta’s $17 Billion Wake Up Call Mean for Your Teens first appeared on Rick's Blog .

UWF Argos Upset So. Illinois, Begin D1 With Huge Win

UWF stuns No. 16 Southern Illinois 34-31 in FCS debut before a record crowd—wild 4th-quarter finish, a fumble, a pick, and history made. The post UWF Argos Upset So. Illinois, Begin D1 With Huge Win first appeared on Rick's Blog .

Patronis Won’t Welcome Jelly Roll to Pensacola; I will.

Congressman bans Jelly Roll from the Panhandle over a Trump fat joke. Rick's response? Invite him to Pensacola. Here's the itinerary. The post Patronis Won’t Welcome Jelly Roll to Pensacola; I will. first appeared on Rick's Blog .

Rock4Vets 5K Returns to Maritime Park to Support Northwest Florida Veterans

4th Annual Rock4Vets 5K hits Maritime Park Sept 5! Run, walk, or cheer for NW Florida veterans. Join the 250 Crew & help fund the mission. The post Rock4Vets 5K Returns to Maritime Park to Support Northwest Florida Veterans first appeared on Rick's Blog .

Inside Historic PYC Knost Trophy Victory

53 years in the making: Pensacola Yacht Club's women's sailing team just brought the Knost Trophy home. Here's how they did it. The post Inside Historic PYC Knost Trophy Victory first appeared on Rick's Blog .

Sandy Sansing Donates $100K to Rally Foundation

Sansing dealerships gift $100K to Rally Foundation as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month kicks off — plus a Sept. 1 candlelight vigil in Pensacola. The post Sandy Sansing Donates $100K to Rally Foundation first appeared on Rick's Blog .

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