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Peacock Makes Case for Escambia County Charter
Escambia County has rejected a charter 4 times since 1977. Now a former Pensacola charter architect says it's time to try again. Here's why. The post Peacock Makes Case for Escambia County Charter first appeared on Rick's Blog .
Inweekly Sept. 10 Issue—Fall Arts Part 2: Festivals
A singer who nearly lost the ability to sing, license plate cameras going dark across the county, a Commerce Secretary in line to run Pensacola State, and the festivals that kick off fall—all in the Sept. 10 issue. The post Inweekly Sept. 10 Issue—Fall Arts Part 2: Festivals…
Commissioners Approve Owens’ Full $124,704 Legal Bill
Commissioners just approved Jonathan Owens' full $124,704 legal bill, 4-1 — over the county attorney's own objections. Here's who fought it and why. The post Commissioners Approve Owens’ Full $124,704 Legal Bill first appeared on Rick's Blog .
20 Years Ago: How Pensacola Almost Said No to the Maritime Park
20 years ago, Pensacola voted yes. Quint Studer reveals the behind-the-scenes of the fight for the Maritime Park and Blue Wahoo Stadium. The post 20 Years Ago: How Pensacola Almost Said No to the Maritime Park first appeared on Rick's Blog .
City of Pensacola News
Published September 10City of Pensacola Weekly Meeting Schedule for Sept. 14-Sept. 18
The City of Pensacola Weekly Meeting Schedule Sept. 14 - Sept. 18, 2026.
Building Tomorrow’s Workforce Today
Jobs, jobs, jobs—but where's the talent going to come from? Landrum's Jim Howe breaks down how the Gulf Coast fills the skilled-worker gap for shipbuilding and ST Engineering. The post Building Tomorrow’s Workforce Today first appeared on Rick's Blog .
Pensacola DIB Hosts Florida Downtowns
Miami's DIB runs on $22M a year. Pensacola's runs on $1.2M — and it's hosting the state's downtown directors anyway. Here's how. The post Pensacola DIB Hosts Florida Downtowns first appeared on Rick's Blog .
Lumon May Named to Jolly Leadership Team
Commissioner Lumon May just joined David Jolly's new Black leaders coalition for governor, so if Pam Childers wants Jolly's number, she knows who to call. The post Lumon May Named to Jolly Leadership Team first appeared on Rick's Blog .
Pensacola Beach: Third Most Instagrammable Florida Beach
Florida's most Instagrammable beach revealed — and Pensacola Beach cracks the state's top 3! See the full rankings here. The post Pensacola Beach: Third Most Instagrammable Florida Beach first appeared on Rick's Blog .
PNJ’s Hofberger Rescue Attempt Misses, See How She Spins It
Hofberger talked tough on budget cuts to News Journal—but never made the motion. Image and political reputation in recovery mode as she faces the voters in Nov. The post PNJ’s Hofberger Rescue Attempt Misses, See How She Spins It first appeared on Rick's Blog .
Six Local Kitchens Join Foo Foo Fest Menu
Six Pensacola spots just dropped exclusive Foo Foo Fest dishes and drinks — from blackberry-brie toast to a "Foo's Gold" cocktail. See who's on the menu. The post Six Local Kitchens Join Foo Foo Fest Menu first appeared on Rick's Blog .
Mayor: “Public Safety is a Two-Way Street”
Reeves puts a troubled North 9th Ave. club on notice after 32 police calls—plus boat ramp work starts, Hollis T. Williams breaks ground. The post Mayor: “Public Safety is a Two-Way Street” first appeared on Rick's Blog .