Daily editionTuesday, February 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of February.
Business
Gulf Breeze’s Wendy’s closed at 20 Daniel St today and will be replaced by Alabama-based Foosackly’s (known for fresh chicken fingers and Southern-style sides) later this year as the city welcomes the family-owned chain to boost local dining options.
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Pensacola International Airport announced that Breeze Airways will add nonstop flights to Fort Lauderdale and San Antonio.
Flights to Fort Lauderdale begin May 7 on Thursdays and Sundays and trips to San Antonio start June 10 on Wednesdays and Saturdays — expanding travel options for leisure, business, and military passengers.
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Education
The Pensacola News Journal named Lily Driver from West Florida High School as this week’s Student of the Week for Jan. 26-30.
Voting for next week begins today (Feb. 3) as local high schools from Escambia and Santa Rosa County are invited to honor top achievers.
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Environment
Nurseries and farms in Northwest Florida took steps to protect plants when an unexpected deep freeze followed a warm spell—Holland Farms harvested broccoli early, Bailey’s Produce moved tender plants indoors, and The Farm on Mobile Highway closed Saturday to keep produce safe.
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After several days of bitter cold weather, a northerly wind pushed water several hundred yards offshore at Pensacola beaches, leaving tides nearly 2ft below mean sea level at Quietwater Beach and along Escambia Bay on Monday, Feb. 2.
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Government
Downtown reconstruction on Palafox is advancing as water lines and hardscape work begin and intersections close for utility work (businesses remain open and new financial assistance is available).
The Palafox Pulse event now runs Wednesdays.
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Naval Air Station Pensacola closed its publicly accessible areas, including the National Naval Aviation Museum and Pensacola Lighthouse (per its Facebook post), on Sunday due to a lapse in government funding, and officials have not yet announced a reopening date.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Candlelight: Tribute to The Beatles
Sunday, February 15th, 2026 · 4:30-5:30 p.m. — Museum of Commerce — Tickets available — Experience a magical candlelight concert featuring beloved Beatles classics.
Galentine's Sing-Along Brunch
Saturday, February 21st, 2026 · 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Bounce Beach Pensacola — Bottomless mimosas included — Celebrate Galentine’s Day with bold singing, brunch bites, and bubbly drinks.