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Medical marijuana biz booming on Nine Mile; adult use could take industry even higher
Another cannabis dispensary is opening on Nine Mile Road at the former home of Wingz2Go, marking the sixth dispensary on the major road. Curaleaf is the latest medical marijuana vendor to join Nine Mile Road, but they haven’t opened up just yet. Curaleaf has one operating store in Escambia County at 5090 N....
Pensacola considers raising storm water fees to fund pollution cleanup
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Storm water fees could be going up for city of Pensacola residents. The city announced Thursday that it's holding a public meeting before they vote on the increase in August. Small homes would go from just over $35 a year to $50 a year. Medium sized homes...
'The Greatest Showcase' set for Saturday night at Pensacola's Saenger Theatre
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- The 4th annual "The Greatest Showcase" is being held Saturday at the Saenger Theatre it Downtown Pensacola. It's a show that consists of student and local celebrity dance numbers to the songs from the Greatest Showman as well songs from your favorite musicals and soundtracks. It's put...
UPDATE: Late Pensacola woman’s dog, Cody, survives two gunshot wounds
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — Cody, a 7-year-old dog, has survived two gunshot wounds to the neck and right ear after an attack in Pensacola, according to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office. 51-year-old Timothy Joseph Kramer was arrested in connection with the shooting death of 47-year-old Rosa Maria Kramer and the shooting of Cody on […]
Pensacola man wanted for attempted homicide arrested on drug charges: ECSO
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — A Pensacola man who had an active warrant for attempted homicide was arrested Wednesday on drug charges, according to an Escambia County Sheriff’s Office arrest report. 37-year-old Michael Anthony Watts Jr. was arrested on July 24 and charged with possession of a controlled substance without a prescription (fentanyl) and possession […]
Official statement from district on grades
The Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) released district and school grades today, and Escambia County Public Schools has maintained a grade of ‘B,’ despite rising state standards. Along with the new higher scale scores adopted last year for reaching proficiency on each exam, the state has raised the...
UWF football: Four takeaways from Kaleb Nobles, Ben Freeman at GSC Football Media Day
The University of West Florida football regular season is a little more than a month away. The Argos will hit Pen Air Field for the first time on Sept. 5 when UWF hosts McKendree University, as part of the home-and-home series that saw the Bearcats host in 2023. Fall camp begins soon for...
Seville Rotary Annual Steak Cook Off Tickets on Sale August 1
Seville Rotary Club will host its Annual Steak Cook-Off. Now in its 12th year, this event has become a staple on Pensacola’s social calendar. On October 11th from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Seville Quarter, the 12th Annual Steak Cook-Off promises an evening of delicious food, entertainment, and community spirit.
$18-$20 Million Refund: Pensacola Energy Customers to Receive Compensation for Illegal Franchise Fees
A judge has ordered the City of Pensacola to refund $18-$20 million to Pensacola Energy customers due to illegal franchise fees. Pensacola Energy Customers to Receive Millions in Refunds After Judge Rules City’s Fees Unfair In a major ruling, Escambia County Circuit Court Judge Jan Shackelford has ordered the City of Pensacola to return between […]
City likely to raise stormwater fees
The City of Pensacola sent out letters Friday, July 19 informing city property owners of a potential upcoming stormwater assessment fee increase. Since distribution, city staff has discovered the phone number printed on the letter to be incorrect. Property owners with questions about the stormwater assessment fee can call 850-436-5555.
Ascension Sacred Heart now FL Level I Trauma Center
Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola is now the only hospital in the Panhandle to offer Level I trauma care after achieving the standards required by the Florida Department of Health. Sacred Heart Pensacola is now one of only 11 hospitals to offer Florida Level I trauma care and it is the only hospital in the country to operate as a Level I trauma center for both the states of Florida and Alabama.
'Camp Monarch' helps Pensacola youth cope with loss through unique therapies
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- There are many children in our community are hurting from the loss of a loved one. But there is a place with open doors and open arms to help. Nonie's Place in Pensacola provides individual counseling, groups, camps, and other resources to help children deal with loss in their lives.
Blue Wahoos Forecast – July 25, 2024
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) – With just isolated t-storms and warm conditions, it should be a nice evening for tonight’s matchup against the Biloxi Shuckers!. Isolated showers and storms will be possible around game time, but they will slowly wind down as the evening progresses. Temperatures will sit in the mid-80’s, and scattered cloud cover will persist through the night.
Hippie Dayz Return At The Flora-Bama's Sandstock
A peace sign, VW beach buses, tie-dye shirts and the colored lenses on the sunglasses. These were just some of the items that defined a special period in history. It is a lifestyle that the famous Flora-Bama celebrates each year at their Sandstock party. They remind everyone to wear your...
Escambia County Public Schools' 2025 Teacher of the Year receives state leadership award
Pine Meadow Elementary School teacher Cassi McGee has not only captured the eye of Escambia County after being named the 2025 Teacher of the Year, she has caught the attention of the state of Florida. During the 2025 Florida Teacher of the Year Gala this week, McGee was presented with the 2024 Outstanding...
Battle of the bills: Clerk, commissioner at odds over cost of county work on private lot
Escambia County Clerk of Court and Comptroller Pam Childers says Escambia County Commissioner Lumon May owes more to the county for hauling tree debris off his private property and disposing of it than he was originally billed. After reviewing additional information in the grand jury’s report of the county conducted clean-up of...
Florida gas prices fell from last week: See how much here
State gas prices fell for the second consecutive week and reached an average of $3.30 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, down from last week's price of $3.44 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state has risen about 1 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the state in the last year have been as low as $2.81 on Dec. 18, 2023, and as...
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