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Apr

2025

TDC Approves Funding Request for Beach Gateway Project; Awaits Nod From County Commission

Escambia County District 4 Commissioner Ashlee Hofberger, who is a member of the Tourist Development Council, unveiled the Pensacola Beach Gateway Improvement Project, at the Council’s April 15 meeting, along with a request for $2.5 million in funding.

Council member and Pensacola Beach businessman Jim Reeves’ motion to allocate $2.5 million to the Pensacola Beach Gateway Improvement Project passed unanimously. The TDC recommendation must go before the Escambia County Board of Commissioners for final approval.

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Apr

2025

Marking 15 Years Since the BP Drilling Disaster: Healthy Gulf Issues A Call to Action for the Gulf

April 20, 2025 marks the 15th anniversary of the BP drilling disaster, a tragic event that devastated the Gulf's ecosystems, harmed countless communities, and highlighted the severe risks of deep-sea drilling. As we reflect on the lasting impact of the disaster, we must call for stronger protections for the Gulf’s resources and advocate for a permanent moratorium on drilling in the Gulf. Furthermore, we must prioritize the aggressive decommissioning of existing fossil fuel infrastructure to ensure the long-term health of the region and its inhabitants.

“While 15 years may seem like a long time, to me and many others directly impacted on the Gulf Coast, it feels like yesterday. I’ve lived on Pensacola Beach, FL since 1984. I’ve survived Hurricanes Opal, Ivan, Dennis, Sally, and countless other storms, but no “storm” was as devastating or as lasting as the BP Oil Spill.” said JJ Waters, environmentalist and clean energy advocate of Sol by Sunna Design. Waters shifted her career to renewable energy due to the spill. 

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Apr

2025

Rotary Club of Gulf Breeze Installs Life-Saving Rescue Tubes on Pensacola Beach

In a proactive effort to improve beach safety, the Rotary Club of Gulf Breeze placed several life-saving rescue tubes on Pensacola Beach on April 12, with plans to install more as part of a broader community initiative to prevent drowning deaths.The installation is part of Rotary District 6940’s Water Safety Program, a long-standing campaign to reduce water-related fatalities by equipping public beach areas with easily accessible rescue equipment.

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Apr

2025

Emerald Coast Utilities Authority Receives Grant for Pensacola Beach Resilient Water Main Project

The Emerald Coast Utilities Authority (ECUA) is pleased to announce the receipt of a $2 million state grant from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) through their Local Government Water Supply Pilot Grant program to support the Pensacola Beach 12-inch Resilient Water Main Project. This crucial infrastructure project will enhance water system reliability for Pensacola Beach residents and businesses by providing an alternative distribution main in the event of a failure of the existing water line.

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Apr

2025

16th Annual Pensacola Beach Art & Wine Festival Returns in May

Calling for Artists

The Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce’s annual Art & Wine Festival will take place Saturday, May 10, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and is calling for artists to join in the fun! For information or to submit an application, go to pensacolabeachchamber.com/art-wine-festival/.

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Feb

2025

First Ever Toast on the Coast to Benefit Pensacola Beach Elementary School, Set for May 3

Raise your glass and celebrate in style at the First  Toast on the Coast, taking place Friday, May 3, from 5 to10 p.m. at the stunning Fairfield Inn & Suites Pensacola Beach. This highly anticipated evening will be an unforgettable blend of coastal elegance, community spirit, and exciting surprises—all in support of Pensacola Beach Elementary School!

Sponsorships and tickets are available now at www.ToastOnTheCoast.orgEarly bird tickets are just $75, but prices increase to $100 on March 1st—so don’t wait!

15

Apr

2021

Take a Journey Along the Eco Trail, online

Santa Rosa Island Authority recently launched a new, content-rich website showcasing the many unique creatures and features of the barrier island. PensacolaBeachEcoTrail.com is an extension of the physical Pensacola Beach Footprints in The Sand Eco Trail, which consists of informative, educational signs posted across the island. An interactive map hosted on the website guides visitors along the trail which stretches from just outside the Gulf Islands National Seashore Fort Pickens gate to Park East - just before the Opal Beach area.

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