Escambia County has released the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Board of County Commissioners' Annual Report, highlighting numerous county projects, programs, initiatives and accomplishments from the last fiscal year. The Annual Report is available to view online. Click here: escambia-county-annual-report-2024-2025.pdf

Pensacola’s Sister Cities International is ready to celebrate America’s 250^th birthday with a 2026 membership drive, their annual Galvez Essay Contest and a myriad of events in May.

It’s getting very merry on Pensacola Beach. Santa is everywhere and the parties and parades are wrapped, stacked and ready for you!

The Federal government is proposing an aggressive expansion of offshore drilling that would bring rigs  closer to Florida than ever before, threatening the state’s coastal economy and way of life. The new Five Year Plan opens 19.98 million acres of Florida waters to drilling.

The Pensacola Beach Community Church invites every to attend their Advent Series, “FInding Christ in Bedford Falls; The Reconciled Life of George Bailey.” Over three consecutive Wednesdays — December 3, 10, and 17, from Noon to 1:00, in Randle Hall, at The Beach Church (920 Panferio Drive)

The 2025 Jessica Bibza Partner of the Year Award is presented to Rick O’Connor. O’Connor is an Escambia County Extension and Sea Grant agent, who writes “Nature Notes” for Island Times.

His presence in the community is felt deeply because of his unwavering dedication and passion for environmental stewardship

Commissioner Ashlee Hofberger, whose District Four includes Pensacola Beach, will ask her fellow commissioners on November 17 to approve a study of their governmental efficiency.

Longtime ECUA Board Member Dale Perkins was honored November 13 on Pensacola Beach with a commemorative marker unveiling: “Captain Dale Perkins. Fisherman, environmentalist, fierce protector of the people’s purse, and longest serving member of the ECUA Board from 1994 to 2026.”

National Naval Aviation Museum at Naval Air Station Pensacola is reopening to the public on Friday, Nov. 15! Admission is FREE for all visitors. Guests can once again explore the museum’s world-class collection of naval aircraft, interactive exhibits, flight simulators, and the iconic Blue Angels display.

The Santa Rosa Island Authority’s Development and Leasing Committee at their November 12 meeting said to no increasing lease fees to keep step with the Consumer Price Index.

Pensacola Beach Advocates annual meeting packed the Beach Church’s Randle Hall November 5 to seat a new board, review financials and to learn about incorporation.

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Longtime Pensacola Beach resident and community member Morris “Morrie” Calvin Drees passed peacefully into the loving arms of our Savior on Tuesday November 4, 2025.

Visitation and Service will be Monday, Nov 10 1-3 pm at Rose Lawn Funeral home with graveside service following.

Celebration of Life will be Saturday, November 15, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Randle Hall, Pensacola Beach Community Church, 920 Panferio Drive.

Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce invites you to “Season Your Holidays with Island Spirit” and enjoy a holiday lineup of coastal celebrations that capture the magic of the season — beachside. From sparkling boat parades and beachy Santas to fireworks lighting up the Santa Rosa Sound, Pensacola Beach is the place to make lasting holiday memories with family and friends.

NAS Pensacola officials announced the 2025 Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show has been cancelled.

Escambia County's Marine Resources Division, the Marine Advisory Committee, and Florida Sea Grant invite the public to the Escambia County Waterways Symposium, a free event open to anyone interested in learning more about the conditions of local waterways. The symposium will take place Monday, Nov. 10 at 5:30 p.m. at the Escambia County Central Office Complex, 3363 W. Park Place,

Visit Pensacola kicked off its new fiscal year Wednesday by hosting community members and tourism industry professionals at its annual meeting. As Escambia County’s official destination marketing organization, Visit Pensacola highlighted how tourism supports local businesses, creates jobs, and enhances residents’ quality of life.

The Pensacola Beach Lifeguards have shifted to winter staffing levels and lifeguard towers have been removed from the beach until the 2026 lifeguard season. Lifeguards will maintain a presence on Pensacola Beach throughout the winter at Casino Beach and via patrol vehicles.

The Pensacola Beach Chamber Surfin’ Santa Beach Parade Committee has opened the float and participant registration for the beach’s annual holiday parade. The parade will be Sunday, December 7 from Avenida 10 west along Via de Luna to the Gulfside Pavilion at 2 p.m.

Click here to be part of the Surfin’ Santa Beach Parade.

Pensacola has been recognized in Condé Nast Traveler’s 38th Annual Readers’ Choice Awards, earning the No. 10 spot among the Top 10 Best Small Cities in the U.S. under 350,000. Click here for the Conde Naste List

Drift and Casino Beach Bar announced their Drift & Sip, Colab Dinner with Brother Fox, and the CBB Trunk-or-Treat for kids! More delicious details follow.