Daily editionThursday, January 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of January.
Community
Thousands celebrated the new year by participating in the 40th Flora-Bama Polar Plunge on January 1, 2025, at Perdido Key.
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Pensacola Police Department intensifies security measures for Mardi Gras celebrations, ensuring public safety through continuous plan evaluations and unseen security efforts.
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The 2024 Bands on the Bayou concert series successfully raised $45,000, benefiting six local Pensacola nonprofits and highlighting community unity and support.
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Pensacola installs red light cameras at five high-crash intersections to improve traffic safety, with a grace period until Feb. 1 before issuing $158 citations.
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Steve and Lisa Wright have become the new proprietors of Maynard's Donuts & Coffee Co. in Pensacola.
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Economy
Florida homeowners have until March 1 to apply for a homestead exemption, potentially saving up to $50,000 in property tax assessments.
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Lifestyle
A psychologist advises on creating achievable New Year's resolutions by being specific, realistic, and tracking progress to maintain motivation.
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Kim and Richard Davis have introduced a unique vacation rental named the SighLo in Gonzalez, Florida, crafted from a genuine silo, offering a cozy and innovative lodging experience.
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Sports
Bobby Clayton is announced as the new head football coach for Pensacola Catholic, taking over after Matt Adams' resignation, emphasizing his excitement to build on the program's existing success.
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