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Pensacola
Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Waterfront Mission in Pensacola sheltered 170 people Sunday night as cold weather forced the non-profit to activate its emergency plan. It planned to house 200 people Monday night and needed volunteers from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. + donations of cold-weather gear. WEAR-TV
- ➤ Pensacola International Airport is facing flight delays and cancellations due to winter weather nationwide. Officials said 62 flights were cancelled over the weekend + additional delays are expected through the week. WEAR-TV
- ➤ John and Tina Imhof — retired veterans who made Navarre their home after long military service — volunteer with LifeWaters to help disabled veterans scuba dive and support local programs, including a veteran treatment court facing funding challenges after a governor veto, while also joining monthly beach cleanups at Navarre Beach. WEAR-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola native Keyla Richardson earned a coveted golden ticket from American Idol on Monday, Jan. 26 after an inspiring performance that moved judge Luke Bryan to tears, and she will now advance to Hollywood Week at Belmont University in Nashville. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ The Pensacola Children’s Chorus is hosting OVATION: Speakeasy at the Saenger on Friday, Jan. 30, transforming the historic Saenger Theatre (118 S. Palafox St.) into an elegant speakeasy with cocktails, live music, dinner, and a live auction to support arts education. Local Pulse
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A Florida Bureau of Workforce Statistics report shows Escambia County's unemployment rate dropped by 0.4 percent in December—job growth remains flat, according to economist Rick Harper. Local job seekers face few opportunities amid seasonal hiring trends. WEAR-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ West Florida High School’s Hannah Hollingsworth was named Student of the Week for Escambia and Santa Rosa counties after earning 77.52% of the vote on Jan. 26 — a new week of nominations begins today. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Parents raised concerns when Jim Bailey Middle briefly lost heat Monday during a cold blast — maintenance crews restored warmth quickly and district officials confirmed extra clothing is available to help students stay comfortable. WEAR-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A dangerous Arctic blast drives extreme cold across Pensacola with overnight lows in the mid-teens inland and low 20s near the coast. Tuesday will offer only modest warmth in the mid-40s as another cold front moves in late Friday into the weekend. WEAR-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Council on Aging ended daily meals at the Cobb Resource Center after alleging that bullying by a city employee created a hostile work environment, and city officials said they are ensuring seniors continue to receive meals today. The nonprofit will resume services when a safe environment is confirmed. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Downtown demolition is complete and crews are now installing water pipes plus stormwater systems in Pensacola’s Reimagine Palafox project; the work will support a more walkable, vibrant corridor for decades. Updated on Jan. 22, new signs ensure customers reach open businesses. Rick's Blog
- ➤ Pensacola Mayor Reeves defended his new city logo on social media after residents compared it to a zebra's butt, recalling his 2023 street sweeper naming contest that drew over 1,500+ creative suggestions and 6,000+ votes. Rick's Blog
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The University of West Florida has been awarded a four-year, $260,000 contract by the Florida Department of Health to evaluate colorectal cancer screening practices. The project will review data from local clinics to help improve early detection statewide. University of West Florida
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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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Second Line Tuesday
5:30-7:00 p.m. — Downtown Pensacola — Free entry — Experience Mardi Gras energy with live brass bands and vibrant costumed Krewes.
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Waka Flocka Flame Concert
5-8 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — Ticket prices from $110 — Catch Waka Flocka Flame live in an electrifying concert event.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You will never be able to escape from your heart. So it's better to listen to what it has to say.
~ Paulo Coelho
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