UF/IFAS Escambia Extension is offering a Coastal Systems Training course open to anyone interested in obtaining a hands-on, in-depth education about Florida's natural environment. The course begins Wednesday, Oct. 2 and ends on Tuesday, Nov. 12. 

Registration is open now through 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 25. To register, visit the UF/IFAS website, scroll to "Coastal Systems," and select Escambia County. 

For more information, contact Carrie Stevenson, Coastal Sustainability Agent IV, at 850-475-5230.

The Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce is announcing a significant leadership transition as Meg Peltier, the Chamber’s President and CEO, steps down from her role. Jessica Simpson, the current Vice President of Membership Services, will be stepping into the role of President/CEO, effective October 1. 

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.