Daily editionSaturday, January 31st, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
Community
Escambia County Animal Welfare will extend hours to open on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting this weekend & adoptions for cats and dogs will have no fee while county residents pay a $15 licensing fee at the West Fairfield Drive location.
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Business
Local contractors interested in the $200 million Reverb by Hard Rock Hotel and Rythm Lofts apartments project should attend a final information session on Feb. 2 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Maritime Place (350 W. Cedar St.) to learn how to bid for the work.
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A Pensacola tree service is working overtime to split and stack firewood — a routine seasonal task — ahead of a cold snap, preparing residents for lower temperatures later this week.
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Culture
The PSC Planetarium holds the 'Dark Side of the Moon' show at 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6 — EAAA meetings are set for Feb. 27, Mar. 27, May 1, May 29, and June 26, while public gazes are planned at Big Lagoon State Park select Saturdays in Feb. and Mar.
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Education
Trinity Barnett—an art teacher at Blue Angels Elementary—has been named Escambia County Teacher of the Year.
She will now compete for the state award while county celebrations continue next week.
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Booker T. Washington High principal Richard Shackle received the Florida TaxWatch Principal Leadership Award on Friday, recognizing his leadership at a high risk K12 public school and letting him nominate a student for a two-year college scholarship.
He is one of five state winners and the only one from Northwest Florida.
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Environment
Extreme cold affects Pensacola as temperatures near 29 degrees are expected to persist through Sunday, and residents are advised to let faucets drip (especially those on exterior walls or in unheated areas) to prevent frozen pipes.
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Government
A Florida bill (HB 1471) filed by Rep. Hillary Cassel would let officials expel students who promote groups defined as domestic terrorists.
Critics warn the vague language may chill free speech, and the measure remains in legislative committees for further review.
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Health
Robbin McCombs went to the ER for pneumonia in July 2025 and doctors found a hidden heart problem; his wife convinced him to wear a heart monitoring vest that later delivered a shock and saved his life while he sat on his porch.
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Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola’s new facility dog, Joy, has been comforting patients and staff in the Emergency Room and Trauma Center since late November.
She visits various hospital areas (especially after traumatic incidents) to help ease stress and support recovery.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Incantation Concert
Friday, February 6th, 2026 · 5:30-8:30 p.m. — Vinyl Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heavy, atmospheric sounds of Incantation live in Pensacola.
Clothing Swap Party
Saturday, February 7th, 2026 · 2-5 p.m. — Forge Fitness — Free entry — Refresh your wardrobe sustainably and meet great people while swapping clothes.
Super Bowl LX Watch Party
Monday, February 9th, 2026 · 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.
Second Line Tuesday
Tuesday, February 10th, 2026 · 5:30-7:00 p.m. — Downtown Pensacola — Free entry — Experience Mardi Gras energy with live brass bands and vibrant costumed Krewes.
Waka Flocka Flame Concert
Thursday, February 12th, 2026 · 5-8 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — Ticket prices from $110 — Catch Waka Flocka Flame live in an electrifying concert event.
Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Parade
Saturday, February 14th, 2026 · 2-8 p.m. — Pensacola Mardi Gras — Free entry — Celebrate with vibrant floats and local culture at this festive parade.