News across Greater Pensacola

Ascension Sacred Heart Gets New CEO
Healthcare Rick Metzger Named CEO of Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola A registered nurse who began as an OR orderly returns to Ascension to lead the... The post Ascension Sacred Heart Gets New CEO first appeared on Rick's Blog .

Bagelheads eyes Gulf Breeze for future location
Bagelheads, a local chain restaurant serving breakfast and lunch items, has announced plans to come to Gulf Breeze.

Gulf Winds Credit Union Buys Second Bank in a Year
Gulf Winds Credit Union expands again. The Pensacola-based credit union has acquired People's Exchange Bank in Monroeville, its 2nd bank acquisition of 2026. The post Gulf Winds Credit Union Buys Second Bank in a Year first appeared on Rick's Blog .

Cutie Patootie food truck earns national honor
Cutie Patootie Charcuterie and Sweets, a food truck in Midway, has been recognized by Fodor’s Travel as one of the top 10 food trucks in the U.S.

HCA Florida West: Reclaiming Real Life
HCA Florida West's new $500K outdoor rehab space has patients relearning to walk on gravel, curbs and sand — and 85% are going home. The post HCA Florida West: Reclaiming Real Life first appeared on Rick's Blog .

Podcast: Trading a Navy Uniform for a Midway
Navy commandant to fair CEO: Gil Clark Jr. left 28 years of military life to run Pensacola's 91-year-old fair — and rebuild its future. The post Podcast: Trading a Navy Uniform for a Midway first appeared on Rick's Blog .

Building trust through quality: Dirt Boyz expands renovation services
Since earning its building contractor’s license in May, Dirt Boyz Home Services has been hitting the ground running. From major renovations and custom deck builds to high-level exterior improvements, the company is expanding its services while remaining committed to one simple…

$3 costumes at Good Neighbor Thrift Store
Looking for some unique finds, affordable clothes or holiday decorations? Maybe you’re looking for a Halloween costume and don’t want to break the bank. Come shop at Good Neighbor Thrift Store. All costumes are on sale for only 3 dollars!

Bella Luna offers taste of Italy in Navarre
Bella Luna opened its doors in Navarre in 2016, and they have grown to establish themselves as an authentic Italian dining experience. They are family owned and operated and treasure being a part of the Navarre community.

Smolarick named group publisher of Sandpaper Publishing
After more than four decades in the newspaper business, Tim Smolarick is bringing his experience and passion for local journalism to Sandpaper Publishing as group publisher.

Breaking: Visit Pensacola Picks Galveston Tourism Chief as CEO
Tourism The Visit Pensacola Board of Directors selected Tony Lyle as its next CEO and president at a board meeting Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 23. Lyle... The post Breaking: Visit Pensacola Picks Galveston Tourism Chief as CEO first appeared on Rick's Blog .

DIB Extends Walker Wilson’s Contract Through 2030
Downtown Pensacola's property values jumped 51%, services expanded over six years—and the man behind it just got four more. Full story here. The post DIB Extends Walker Wilson’s Contract Through 2030 first appeared on Rick's Blog .