Good morning, Pensacola.

A Pensacola World War II veteran, one of the oldest survivors at 109, was celebrated on Feb.

5 when over 100 locals gathered to honor his milestone.

Manna Food Bank and WEAR 3 hosted a Souper Bowl of Caring drive Friday at Walmart (4600 Mobile Highway) collecting nonperishable food to help feed neighbors.

Donors can drop off items at Manna at 3030 North E Street on Sunday from 10 a.m. to noon — supporting community food programs.

Peterbrooke Chocolatier at 112 Palafox Place is busy preparing Valentine’s treats like chocolate-covered strawberries and specialty truffle boxes for local customers to pick up on Feb.

14.

Pensacola native gospel singer Keyla Richardson moved judge Luke Bryan to tears during her American Idol audition last month & she will next perform during Hollywood Week starting Feb.

23 on ABC.

Pensacola Beach’s Bands on the Beach returns this season on April 7 with free Tuesday concerts from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Gulfside Pavilion, featuring a diverse mix of local and debut performers (presented by the Santa Rosa Island Authority).

Flora-Bama is hosting its 32nd annual Super Chili Bowl Cook-Off today from noon to 2 p.m. at the Flora-Bama Tent on Perdido Key Drive, where teams compete in chili-making while raising funds for Relay For Life and the American Cancer Society.

Federal funding from the Department of Defense Appropriations Act has allocated $12 million for a new Blue Angels hangar at NAS Pensacola (replacing an aging facility) and is set to strengthen the base’s long-term support for the team and local economy.

On Feb. 4, chocolate lovers enjoyed Valentine’s treats and gelato at Peterbrooke Chocolatier on Palafox Street as crews closed part of the road for the Reimagine Palafox project; the shop featured heart-shaped chocolates & rice krispy treats in a festive display.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Brantley Gilbert's Tattoo Tour

6-9 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — Ticket prices vary — An unforgettable night featuring Brantley Gilbert alongside Travis Denning and Austin Snell with epic country music hits.

Moonshine Saloon Country Music Night

8 PM – 12 AM — Moonshine Saloon — Cost Info TBD — Enjoy award-winning country music from a duo sharing stories through their songs.

Eddie 9V with Southern Magnolia

7-9 p.m. — The Handlebar — Cover charge may apply — Experience the soulful sounds of Eddie 9V as he showcases his blues roots in a vibrant club atmosphere.