Northwest Florida Fishing Report for April 3 – 9, 2026
In this week’s Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya tracks a true early-spring shift across the Emerald Coast with help from Justin Reed of Justin Reed Surf Fishing Charters, Brandon Barton of Emerald Waters Kayak Charters, and Capt. Tyler Massey of Hot Spots Charters. The headline this week is that the...
New Library director outlines priorities as board seats remain open
The West Florida Public Libraries system is entering a new phase under Director Christal Bell-Rivera, following weeks of public debate over her appointment and the role of the Library Board of Governance. At the board’s first meeting since that decision, Chair Dr. Blaine Wall described a steady start, even though...
Santa Rosa Medical Center Honors Physicians on National Doctors’ Day with Donations to Local...
For the fourth consecutive year, Santa Rosa Medical Center commemorated. National Doctors’ Day in a meaningful way, honoring the physicians who serve at the hospital. In lieu of traditional gifts, SRMC made charitable contributions to four local organizations in recognition of its dedicated medical staff. Observed...
Pensacola man arrested after pursuit on Blue Angel Parkway
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WALA) - A switched tag led to an attempted traffic stop and a pursuit resulting in a crash and an arrest overnight, the Florida Highway Patrol said. It began just before 1 a.m. on North Blue Angel Parkway in Escambia County. The FHP said a trooper saw an SUV with a Florida registration tag that...
Fish House Expands, Atlas Becomes Part of Pensacola’s Iconic Waterfront Dining Complex
The Fish House is more than a restaurant—it’s a Pensacola institution. After 28 years as one of downtown’s anchor dining destinations, Great Southern Restaurant Group had made a bold move to keep up with demand. On April 1, the Fish House and Atlas Oyster House merged into a single, expanded waterfront dining complex...
Florida Department of Transportation hosts hiring event in Milton
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) hosted a Transportation Industry Hiring Event this week in Milton. Launched in 2024, the initiative, Road to Your Future, is designed to recruit workforce talent for Florida’s growing transportation sector. The hiring event, held Wednesday at the Santa Rosa County...
City to Donate Avery Street Property for Community Health
Mayor D.C. Reeves is asking the Pensacola City Council to approve a land donation agreement that would transfer city-owned property at 801 West Avery Street to Community Health Northwest Florida Foundation, Inc.—the nonprofit arm of Community Health Northwest Florida, which operates federally qualified health centers...
🐶 Playful, Gentle & Loyal Dogs Ready for Adoption in Pensacola
Looking for a furry friend to brighten your days? These wonderful dogs in Pensacola, FL are ready to find their forever homes. Each one has a unique story and plenty of love to give.
Gas prices hit the water as Pensacola Beach boaters face higher marina fuel costs
PENSACOLA BEACH, Fla. -- Rising gas prices aren’t just impacting people on the roads -- they’re also being felt out on the water. Boaters are feeling the squeeze too. "People, they have come up and they ask how much the fuel is," said Buck Stringfellow with the Santa Rosa Yacht and Boat Club. "Last year they didn't...
🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in Gulf Breeze Right Now
Looking for something useful or fun around town? Here are a few free items currently being offered by your neighbors in Gulf Breeze. From home goods to outdoor furniture, there’s a little bit of everything!

















