Trick-or-Trout fishing tournament honors Fairhope man's memory

A Halloween-themed fishing tournament is coming to Weeks Bay Resource Center in Fairhope, Alabama on Saturday, October 24th, according to WKRG News 5.

The event, called Trick-or-Trout, combines the spirit of the holiday season with a classic fishing competition. But for many in the community, the tournament carries deeper meaning — it honors the memory of Steve Dorsey, who died during his senior year of high school.

Details about registration, entry fees, and specific tournament rules were not immediately available. Community members interested in participating or supporting the event can contact Weeks Bay Resource Center for more information.

Visit Pensacola Taps Tony Lyle as New President and CEO

Visit Pensacola has announced the appointment of Tony Lyle as its next President and CEO, effective October 26. Lyle arrives with more than 25 years of destination marketing and tourism leadership experience, most recently serving as Executive Director of Visit Galveston in Texas for the past three years.

Throughout his career, Lyle has overseen multimillion-dollar public tourism budgets and led strategic initiatives at destination marketing organizations across coastal and Gulf Coast regions. His background spans leisure and group travel, sports tourism, international travel partnerships, brand development, and digital transformation. He holds a Bachelor of Education in Outdoor and Science Education from Liverpool John Moores University in the United Kingdom.

"We are thrilled to have selected Tony Lyle as our new president and CEO," said Visit Pensacola Board Chairman Sterling Gilliam. "His experience leading exceptional organizations makes him a great fit for the Visit Pensacola team, which is already performing at an impressive level."

Lyle said he's eager to collaborate with tourism partners and community leaders. "The most successful destinations are built through collaboration, trust and a shared vision for the future," he said. "I'm looking forward to listening and learning from our tourism partners, community leaders and residents, and working together to build on Pensacola's momentum while creating new opportunities for visitation and meaningful economic impact for Escambia County."

Lyle will introduce himself to the community at Visit Pensacola's Annual Meeting on Wednesday, October 28, at 11:30 a.m., and at the board meeting on Wednesday, November 18, at 3 p.m. at the Bowden Building. Those interested in scheduling a meeting with Lyle can contact Visit Pensacola Executive Assistant Sarah Samsa at ssamsa@visitpensacola.com.

Louisiana Nonprofit Forged By Fire Serves Hot Lunches Across NW Florida

Forged By Fire, a Louisiana-based nonprofit, is making its way through Northwest Florida this week, providing hot meals to residents in Gulf Breeze after spending last week cooking lunches in Pensacola, according to WKRG-TV 5.

The organization's mobile meal effort appears part of a community outreach initiative bringing prepared food and assistance to the region. Details about the nonprofit's mission, how long the program will continue, and which communities may be served next were not immediately available in the initial report.

Residents interested in learning more about Forged By Fire's schedule or how to access meals in their area are encouraged to reach out to local community organizations or monitor the nonprofit's communications for updates.