Escambia County is sharing resources for individuals who wish to help with recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene's impact in Florida's Big Bend region Thursday, Sept. 26. Citizens are encouraged to only donate to reputable organizations. Monetary donations are the best way to help after a disaster as they can help meet immediate needs and aid recovery in the days and weeks ahead.

The Pensacola Beach Chamber and Pensacola Beach Advocates hosted a forum August 5 at the Pensacola Beach Community Church for candidates to share their platforms and respond to curated questions. Santa Rosa Island Authority candidates - Incumbent Jeremy Johnson and challenger Thomas Campanella - were asked to introduce themselves, and then were asked a number of questions. Read more to find audio recording.