From Newsroom to West Texas: Jim Nesbitt’s Journey Writing Damaged Heroes
In the latest episode of “We Don’t Color On the Dog,” Nesbitt sat down to discuss his fifth Ed Earl Birch novel, “The Fatal Saving Grace,” released on his birthday, Dec. 5. The conversation revealed not just the evolution of a compelling character, but the craft behind creating fiction that feels authentic and raw.
Escambia County to Host Volunteer Tree Planting
Escambia County, in partnership with the Canopy Council and Canopy Restoration Project, invites residents to three volunteer opportunities to help plant trees in Escambia County. Volunteer opportunities will take place Friday, Jan. 16, Saturday, Jan. 17, and Saturday, Jan. 24 at various locations throughout Escambia...
Pensacola’s 2025 housing market year in review
In 2025, the U.S. housing market largely continued the sluggish trends that have defined the post-pandemic years: high prices, elevated mortgage rates, and persistent economic uncertainty. Historically few homes sold through November 2025, and as sellers struggled to find buyers, many chose not to list at all. That...
MuleHide Welcomes Two New Territory Managers
Low-slope roofing manufacturer MuleHide has hired two new territory managers. Judah Lindvall will lead the North Florida territory, which includes Jacksonville, Daytona Beach, Tallahassee, Pensacola and Ocala. James Schlesiger will manage the Nebraska and Iowa territory. They are the company’s lead contacts with...
LOCAL WEATHER REPORT THURSDAY 1-1-26
Local weather report for Thursday, January 1. This report updates during the day. Today our temperature will range from a low of 47° to a high of 65°. Sunrise is 6:44 AM and Sunset 4:58 PM . Today will be sunny . There is a 0% chance of rain in the morning , 0% chance of rain in the afternoon and 0% chance of rain...
Pensacola Mardi Gras to boast ‘Second Line Tuesdays’ to help businesses amid construction
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- The "New Palafox" project will break ground next week in Downtown Pensacola -- just as Palafox is set to come alive with weekly Mardi Gras celebrations. The festivities are designed to keep businesses thriving during construction. Weekly "Second Lines" are planned, with a goal of bringing people...
Roundabout construction plans in Santa Rosa County raises traffic concerns among residents
SANTA ROSA COUNTY, Fla. -- A construction project in Santa Rosa County is catching the attention of many residents. Plans have been released to construct a roundabout near Pace High School. This will replace the all-way stop that's currently in place. Starting on Jan. 12, drivers will have to find...
Pensacola announces three police chief finalists, public forum scheduled
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — Pensacola city officials have announced the top three candidates for the city’s police chief job and have scheduled a public forum for them. According to officials, the final candidates are: The public forum will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 13, at 5:30 p.m. at the Pensacola Saenger Theatre....
Wawa, Buffalo Wild Wings among Santa Rosa’s notable 2025 business approvals
Santa Rosa County Development Services approved 70 commercial projects throughout 2025, ranging from new RV parks to infrastructure upgrades, as well as companies with national and international renown. The 2025 additions will mostly open in Milton , Navarre and Pace, including popular names like Wawa and McDonald’s....
Over a dozen local families displaced by house fires over holidays
More than a dozen families have been displaced by residential fires since Thanksgiving in Northwest Florida and 11 of those fires have been in Escambia County alone. Firefighters say the problem usually peaks during the colder weather months, from November through February, but there are steps people can take to...

















