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Pensacola
Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo Rock has opened its new 350,000 sqft distribution campus in Santa Rosa County, relocating operations from a smaller Pensacola facility. The $90 million investment is expected to boost Gulf Region service and create new jobs in East Milton. FOX 10
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Pensacola Children's Chorus will host its second annual Ovation fundraiser on Jan. 30 at the Saenger Theatre. The event will offer a 6 p.m. cocktail hour, live musical performances, auction, dinner, and a behind-the-scenes tour (childcare is available for children 5-18). Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Pensacola will celebrate Mardi Gras on Fat Tuesday, Feb. 17, when downtown will turn into a French Quarter with a Jazz Royalty Brunch at 11 a.m., live entertainment, and a coronation ceremony for the new Priscus Royalty at 7 p.m., ending with festivities at midnight. Pensacola News Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola Airport will offer seasonal nonstop flights to Cape Girardeau beginning May 6, with twice-weekly service on Wednesdays and Saturdays provided by Contour Airlines (passengers will enjoy complimentary snacks and a free checked bag) connecting the Gulf Coast to Midwest destinations. Rick's Blog
- ➤ Buffalo Rock opened a 352,800 sqft distribution center at Northwest Florida Industrial Park near I-10 in East Milton on Jan. 21 & hired 200 workers with plans to add up to 400, boosting capacity to serve Gulf Coast markets. Pensacola News Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Coastal Worldwide crew caught and released a 1,000-pound great white shark off the east side of Pensacola Beach today during a 48-hour fishing trip, taking under an hour to reel it in. It marks the fourth catch in four years and highlights a thriving Gulf ecosystem. FOX 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Pensacola unveiled its refreshed brand identity with a modern logo and updated color palette on Wednesday, Jan. 21; the new look revives the 'Where Florida Begins' theme and will soon appear on city signage + digital platforms. WEAR-TV
- ➤ Escambia County is considering a $189.2 million upgrade to the Pensacola Bay Center with plans to add a hotel, ice rink and expanded event space (concept images display a new lobby, outdoor walkover and connected complex). The proposal could reshape the venue for future events. Pensacola News Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola resident Elli Gentile, diagnosed with stage 3 cervical cancer in 2020 and treated with intensive chemo and radiation, returned today to Ascension Sacred Heart where doctors praise new technology and early detection — key factors that have improved survival rates as she marks five years cancer-free. WEAR-TV
- ➤ Seniors at the Cobb Center have not received meals since September when Council on Aging stopped service due to a staff conflict that created an unsafe workplace for its employee. The agency has arranged alternative meal sites + transportation while working with the city to restore safe service at Cobb. WEAR-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Prime & Beyond Wagyu Steakhouse is set to open later this month at 650 E. Nine Mile Road. The new dining spot features a menu of Akaushi wagyu beef, seafood, pork, and specialty cocktails — led by chef Wayan Sumadi as it adds an upscale option to East Nine Mile. Pensacola News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ SailGP extended its CBS Sports deal through 2027 while Pensacola prepares to host teams for training at its port—investment boosted by the new American Magic High Performance Center set to support elite sailing and maritime research starting in September. WUWF
- ➤ Local high school soccer teams advanced in district tournaments on Jan. 21 with Booker T. Washington, Gulf Breeze, and Pensacola Catholic earning wins, while Central’s Kelsey Campbell clinched a 101-pound weightlifting title at Baker, with upcoming matches set for Jan. 23 and Jan. 26 at Ashton Brosnaham Park. Pensacola News Journal
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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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Super Bowl LX Watch Party
12-4 a.m. — Neighborhood Brewpub — Costs vary for food and drink — Celebrate Super Bowl LX with great beer, food, and friends on big screens.
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