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Pensacola
Friday, January 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Texas-based Helilagic family has searched for its missing cat, Charlie, for a year after he slipped from his harness at a Shell gas station near a wooded area in Pensacola + they now rely on social media to ask local residents for any sightings. WEAR-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ An aerospace company is set to create Project Britain in Escambia, where an $8M investment in a maintenance facility + 50 new jobs averaging about $80K will support plans for its new headquarters + boost local business. Pensacola News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Quayside Art Gallery, in its historic building at 17 E. Zaragoza St., will launch the Artist Revolution exhibition featuring eight new local artists from Jan. 7 through Feb. 16; a reception will be held on Jan. 11 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Quayside Art Gallery—operating in downtown Pensacola since 1973—hosted an artist display on Dec. 29 and is preparing for an artist revolution reception in January, showcasing local talent. Pensacola News Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ An unnamed aerospace company is considering relocating its world headquarters to Escambia County, promising an $8 million investment to build a maintenance facility and create 50 jobs paying about $80,000 a year. Commissioners will consider a resolution for tax incentives at 221 Palafox Place on Jan. 8. Pensacola News Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UWF's Board of Trustees will interview interim President Manny Diaz Jr. on Jan. 8 (when they will vote if he becomes the seventh permanent president), marking a key step in the university's leadership transition. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ On Oct. 27, 2025, the Global Learning Academy hosted the YMCA Reads Program, where local educators helped children improve reading skills through flashcards and tablet activities (with support from grant director Rebecca Rubey). Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ UWF Board of Trustees will interview interim president Manny Diaz Jr and vote on his permanent appointment as the university's seventh president on Jan. 8 at 9:00 a.m. at the UWF Conference Center—trustees will also discuss a compensation range of $800,000—$1.2 million. Pensacola News Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local Pensacola restaurants reveal hidden culinary gems offering international and Southern flavors plus scratch-made specialties like fresh Gulf seafood. Eateries including A Mano Panino, Buenos Dias Cafe, and Fisherman’s Corner provide affordable yet distinct dining experiences that invite locals to explore off-the-beaten-track spots. Pensacola News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After a tough start this season, the Navarre girls soccer team has won four of its last five games and now holds a 6-7 record. The team built strong chemistry through off-field activities (team dinners, parties) and will play Prairieville in a home contest later. Pensacola News Journal
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Mac & Cheese Festival
12-6 p.m. — Gary's Brewery & Biergarten — Entry fee applies — Indulge in a cheesy extravaganza featuring food trucks, vendors, and fun for the whole family.
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Jake Klark Comedy Show
7-11:59 p.m. — Seville Quarter — Ticket prices vary — Experience the high-energy comedy of Jake Klark and friends in a phone-free environment.
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Sincere Engineer with The Handsome Scoundrels
7-9 p.m. — The Handlebar — Live music concert — Enjoy a night of indie rock with Sincere Engineer and The Handsome Scoundrels.
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Grown-Up Book Fair at Odd Colony
11 a.m.-6 p.m. — Odd Colony Brewing Company — Free entry — Relive childhood nostalgia with books, local authors, and delicious treats while sipping a refreshing beverage.
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show
12-3 a.m. — 8 S 9th Ave, Pensacola, FL — Ticket required — Experience an interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show where the culprit could be sitting right next to you.
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Great Pages Circus
4:30-6:00 p.m. — Pensacola Interstate Fair — Cash only — Experience an action-packed circus with aerial acts, juggling, and motorcycle mayhem.
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Valentine's Crafts & Drafts
2-4 p.m. — Coastal County Brewing — $30 — Create festive crafts while enjoying local brews and a fun atmosphere full of love and creativity.
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~ Seneca
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