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Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Escambia County is nearly finishing its White Island restoration at the mouth of Davenport Bayou with final work due by late February and planting from April to August to boost marine habitats — neighbors urge officials to update park access and consider a no wake zone as visitor interest grows. Pensacola News Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two duck hunters stranded last weekend in Pensacola’s cold waters were rescued by the Coast Guard when frigid winds pushed their boat into a marsh and crews lowered from a helicopter to hoist them to safety + officials reported both men were unharmed. FOX 10
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Logo Motion welcomed Pensacola natives Melissa Bailey and Chris Phillips as new partners today, adding local expertise to the company that has served the community since 2010. Bailey becomes Managing Partner of Sales and Growth while Phillips leverages his charter and screen printing experience (bridging tradition and innovation). Local Pulse
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ UWF Theatre will present Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night at the Mainstage Theatre (Building 82) on campus, with shows scheduled for Feb. 13‑15 and Feb. 20‑22 at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. on Sundays. University of West Florida
- ➤ UWF hosts free Pensacola Noir events with a screening of The Thin Man on Feb. 15 at Pensacola Little Theatre & a live radio drama of The Maltese Falcon on March 26. Both events, part of the Gulf Coast Culture Series, offer popcorn, candy & interactive audience participation. Rick's Blog
- ➤ The University of West Florida’s College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities has announced its spring Gulf Coast Culture Series themed Pensacola Noir. The series includes a free screening of 'The Thin Man' on Feb. 15 at Pensacola Little Theatre and a live radio drama of 'The Maltese Falcon' on Mar. 26. University of West Florida
- ➤ Pensacola Mardi Gras Top 5 has shared a guide to five local events, including yesterday’s Second Line Tuesday downtown and upcoming Saturday festivities at Palafox Market, a pub crawl + a 40th-anniversary parade at Navarre Beach, while Ruby Slipper Cafe will serve a Carnival-themed menu through Feb. 24. Local Pulse
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Extreme cold has left Pensacola with single-digit wind chills early Sunday and nightly lows between 34 and 42 degrees, setting the stage for higher electric bills as heaters use more energy. Florida Power & Light and Duke Energy advise homeowners to adjust thermostats slowly and seal doors and windows to keep costs down. Pensacola News Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Strong winds and a spring tide transition are behind the sudden drop in water levels on the soundside of Pensacola Beach today. Pensacola News Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Doctors in Pensacola reported a measles case on Tuesday, marking the first incident in Escambia County in 20 years, and urged parents to seek early or routine MMR vaccinations for children (including infants aged 6-11 months for early vaccination) to curb the spread. Pensacola News Journal
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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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Valentine's Day Celebration with Chrisette Michele
11 PM - 3 AM — Sanders Beach — Ticketed event — Experience a luxurious Valentine’s Day dinner and live music by Grammy winner Chrisette Michele along the Pensacola waterfront.
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Candlelight: Tribute to The Beatles
4:30-5:30 p.m. — Museum of Commerce — Tickets available — Experience a magical candlelight concert featuring beloved Beatles classics.
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Galentine's Sing-Along Brunch
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Bounce Beach Pensacola — Bottomless mimosas included — Celebrate Galentine’s Day with bold singing, brunch bites, and bubbly drinks.
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Pensacola Chocolate and Cheese Fest
10 AM - 6 PM — Vince J. Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park — $5 entry — Indulge in a day of chocolate and cheese delights with food trucks, live music, and family fun.
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~ Native American Proverb
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