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Monday, January 19th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola locals were honored Saturday night at the 'living the dream' gala when the Southern Youth Sports Association celebrated MLK's legacy + Motown music; honorees including former player Jeremy Reaves received awards while funds supported local youth sports. WEAR-TV
- ➤ The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade returns downtown today at 11 a.m. with Escambia County Commissioner Lumon May serving as Grand Marshal and carrying the unity theme With Unity, We Won't Turn Back. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Two days ago, local leaders, business owners & elected officials gathered at the Gulfside Pavilion on Pensacola Beach to oppose offshore drilling and protect the local economy and coastline; speakers urged residents to support policies that keep drilling away. Local Pulse
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Easy Going Records & Hifi in Brent Lofts on Palafox offers rare vinyl records, including a Viper album priced at $10,000 and many others from $5 to $45. Owner Will Bowers (store opened in summer 2023) said foot traffic remains strong thanks to free parking during the Reimagine Palafox project. Pensacola News Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ West Florida High School’s Charlotte NeSmith was named Student of the Week for Jan. 12-16 after receiving 51.61 percent of the vote, while runner up Christian Bennett earned 32.15 percent; voting for next week begins Jan. 20. Pensacola News Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ For the second year in a row, snow fell on Northwest Florida and the Alabama coast (with lighter accumulation than last year) as shown in a recent photo gallery capturing the seasonal change. WEAR-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school sports in Pensacola continue as last week Pace soccer’s David Bailey won the boys award with 68.30% of the vote while Pensacola Catholic’s Jenecia Swindell won the girls award with 65.79% of the vote. Nominees for the next round must be submitted by Sunday night. Pensacola News Journal
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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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The John Ford Blues Society
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.
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Noche Tropical – Latin Night
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.
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Dinner and an Aria
5:00-9:00 p.m. — Jackson's Steakhouse — $30 and under — Experience delightful opera performances paired with exquisite dining in a charming setting.
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Incantation Concert
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Vinyl Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heavy, atmospheric sounds of Incantation live in Pensacola.
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Clothing Swap Party
2-5 p.m. — Forge Fitness — Free entry — Refresh your wardrobe sustainably and meet great people while swapping clothes.
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