PenAir Announces 2026 Communerosity Charities

Pensacola, FL (Newsradio 92.3) -- PenAir Credit Union has announced eight local nonprofits as recipients of its 2026 Communerosity Charities program. The charities were nominated and voted on by PenAir employees. Recipients include Child Guardians, The Miracle League of Pensacola, EscaRosa Suicide Prevention Coalition, The Wildlife Sanctuary of Northwest Florida, Operation ReConnect, Girl Scouts of Southern Alabama, Eco Clean Marine and Saint Francis Service Dogs. Each will receive monetary donations and volunteer support. Since 2013, PenAir and its employees have contributed more than 500-thousand dollars to local nonprofits.

UWF Awarded Contract To Evaluate Cancer Screening Program

Pensacola, FL (Newsradio 92.3) -- The University of West Florida has been awarded a four-year, 260-thousand dollar contract to evaluate Florida's Colorectal Cancer Control Program. The Florida Department of Health hired U-W-F to review screening data from partner health systems and identify where clinic processes can be improved. Dr. Angela Hahn from the Department of Health Sciences and Administration will lead the project. The goal is to strengthen cancer screening practices and help more Floridians complete screening and receive timely follow-up care.

Molino Fire Chief Retires After 30 Years Of Service

Escambia County, FL (Newsradio 92.3) -- Mark Butler has retired after 30 years of volunteer service with Escambia County Fire Rescue. Butler started at the Molino Fire Department on September 21st, 19-95, one day after his 18th birthday. He worked his way up to assistant district chief. During his career, Butler volunteered hundreds of hours during hurricanes, tornadoes, the COVID-19 pandemic and other emergencies. The Escambia County Commission honored Butler with a proclamation last week.