News in Pensacola
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 .
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 .
City of Pensacola News
Published September 09City Plans Moving Forward from Mayor’s August Workforce Summit
The City of Pensacola's Workforce Summit paves the way for concrete action.
City of Pensacola News
Published September 09City Plans Moving Forward from Mayor’s August Workforce Summit
The City of Pensacola's Workforce Summit paves the way for concrete action.
Registration Open ’til 9/10 for PensaCan 2026 Build Teams
Cans become art, art fights hunger—PensaCan 2026 build team registration closes Sept. 10. Grab your team, stack some soup, save the day. The post Registration Open ’til 9/10 for PensaCan 2026 Build Teams first appeared on Rick's Blog .
Police Looking for Drive-by Shooter
Drive-by shooting outside N. 9th Ave smoothie shop leaves woman injured. Suspect vehicle fled west on Bayou Blvd. Police need your help. The post Police Looking for Drive-by Shooter first appeared on Rick's Blog .
Downtown Paid Parking Returns Oct. 5, with Free Mondays
Paid parking is back downtown on 10/5, but not the way you remember it. Senior discounts, free Mondays, flat garage rates, warnings before tickets. The post Downtown Paid Parking Returns Oct. 5, with Free Mondays first appeared on Rick's Blog .
Longest-serving ECUA Board Member Dale Perkins Passes
For 32 years, he fought for Pensacola's water — delivering on Main Street Sewage Plant removal and recycling. Remembering ECUA's Capt. Dale Perkins, 1994-2026. The post Longest-serving ECUA Board Member Dale Perkins Passes first appeared on Rick's Blog .
Pensacola Had Another Big Sports Weekend
UWF stuns another ranked FCS foe 42-14; six players score TDs. Blue Wahoos rally with 3 straight 9th-inning homers to clinch playoffs. The post Pensacola Had Another Big Sports Weekend first appeared on Rick's Blog .
The Vote That Changed Pensacola’s Trajectory
Twenty years ago, Pensacola voted YES on a dream. The inside story of the campaign that saved our waterfront—and nearly didn't happen. The post The Vote That Changed Pensacola’s Trajectory first appeared on Rick's Blog .
Ballet Pensacola: Bianca Villegas
Ballet Pensacola's new executive director talks about stepping into leadership, the company's evolution from Kaleidoscope Dance Theatre, and plans to celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2028. The post Ballet Pensacola: Bianca Villegas first appeared on Rick's Blog .