Daily editionTuesday, January 13th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of January.
Community
A property (312 N. 57th Ave.) in Myrtle Grove has troubled neighbors for nearly two years with over 60 police calls for trash, drug parties and other nuisances due to poor landlord oversight.
Plains Commerce Bank foreclosed the home and bought it for $130,000, and officials say it is now compliant.
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Business
Sal’s Pizza Cafe opened in Gulf Breeze, replacing Seneca’s Deli at 3707 Gulf Breeze Parkway, and now offers New York-style pizza, salads & sandwiches in a casual dining space.
The restaurant operates from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and accepts dine-in, online, and call-in orders.
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Culture
Pensacola’s Mardi Gras season features events from Second Line Tuesdays on Palafox to a Kids & Kritters Parade at Pensacola Beach on Jan. 24 and a Grand Parade downtown on Feb. 14.
The celebrations continue with a French Quartet Fat Tuesday Celebration downtown on Feb. 17.
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Pensacola’s Mardi Gras season began Jan. 3 and will continue through Feb. 17, with Fat Tuesday festivities set to culminate in the Priscus Celebration at Seville Quarter.
The event lineup includes a Jazz Royalty Brunch at 11 a.m. and live festivities later in the day, drawing krewes & visitors downtown.
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Economy
Escambia County is planning to redevelop a former Superfund site into a commerce center featuring community amenities & business spaces to boost the local economy.
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Florida drivers now pay the lowest gas prices in nearly four years as the state average dropped 17 cents to $2.69 per gallon on Sunday; Pensacola gas stations averaged $2.55 per gallon (compared to higher prices in Palm Beach County).
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Education
Gov. DeSantis appointed Destin businessman Kevin Mason (CEO of Acentria Insurance) and reappointed attorney Paul Bailey to the University of West Florida Board of Trustees on Jan. 12; their appointments, pending Senate confirmation, will support students, campus, and regional growth.
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The James B. Washington Education and Sports (JBWES) program has been providing afterschool tutoring and sports activities to help vulnerable youth stay on track to graduate.
The program supports improved reading, math, and teamwork skills in Pensacola.
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Government
ECUA has issued a boil water notice for Pensacola neighborhoods after a four-inch water main broke; affected areas include sections of Ferguson Dr, Ferguson Ct, Ladybird Ln, and Hancock Ln, and residents are urged to boil water or add 8 drops of bleach per gallon until bacteriological tests are completed within 48 hours.
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Escambia County is planning to redevelop the former wood treating site on N. Palafox into the Midtown Commerce Center (boosting jobs), which may include an animal shelter and fire training center while cost-estimating soil and groundwater testing on adjacent parcels at the Jan. 22 board meeting.
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Sports
Last week local high schools shone as top winter sports athletes were recognized through Florida Power & Light’s PNJ Athlete program.
Dolphins’ John Delvecchio and Sophie Collazo earned their awards after voting closed (11 a.m. Saturday) and will receive PNJ shirts when winners are announced Monday.
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The Blue Angels introduced new team members and pilots for the 2026 air show season (featuring fresh talent set to perform near Pensacola).
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Pensacola Events
Mac & Cheese Festival
Saturday, January 17th, 2026 · 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.
Jake Klark Comedy Show
Sunday, January 18th, 2026 · 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.
Sincere Engineer with The Handsome Scoundrels
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026 · 7-9 p.m. — The Handlebar — Live music concert — Enjoy a night of indie rock with Sincere Engineer and The Handsome Scoundrels.
Pensacola Wellness Collective
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 · 10 AM – 1 PM — 5eleven Palafox Event Hosting — $30 sliding scale — Experience community-driven wellness through yoga, sound bath, and holistic health activities.
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show
Sunday, January 25th, 2026 · 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.
Great Pages Circus
Friday, January 30th, 2026 · 4:30-6:00 p.m. — Pensacola Interstate Fair — Cash only — Experience an action-packed circus with aerial acts, juggling, and motorcycle mayhem.
Bert Kreischer: Permission to Party
Sunday, February 1st, 2026 · 7-11 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Tickets available — Experience the comedy and charisma of Bert Kreischer, known for his wild storytelling.
The John Ford Blues Society
Monday, February 2nd, 2026 · 7:30-11:30 p.m. — Seville Quarter — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the essence of pre-war blues and Southern gospel with John Ford's take on classic tunes.
Noche Tropical – Latin Night
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026 · 7-9 p.m. — Seville Quarter — Drink specials available — Experience a vibrant Latin dance party featuring Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue with DJ DavidC spinning tropical beats.
Dinner and an Aria
Thursday, February 5th, 2026 · 5:00-9:00 p.m. — Jackson's Steakhouse — $30 and under — Experience delightful opera performances paired with exquisite dining in a charming setting.