Daily editionMonday, February 9th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of February.
Business
Bear Fruit Bowls and Coffee will open its largest location yet at the former Gulf Breeze Shop on Gulf Breeze Parkway by the first week of March – the new sit-down shop will add espresso-based drinks to its build-your-own acai bowl menu following overwhelming community support.
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Health
Escambia and Santa Rosa public schools will send students home if they have a fever at 100.4 degrees or a rash amid a measles outbreak.
Escambia County recorded its first measles case in 30 years while Santa Rosa schools follow state health protocols.
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Escambia County EMS paramedic Phillip Cook received the 2026 Star of Life award on Feb. 4 after his quick decisions during an emergency transport on Oct. 27, 2025 helped stabilize a pediatric trauma patient who was diverted to a Miramar Beach hospital on the way to Pensacola.
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Real Estate
Crews are building a 132-room Homewood Suites by Hilton along Gregory Street in downtown Pensacola (renderings show the proposed design) as work began on Feb. 5, and the project is expected to boost local business growth.
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Sports
Pensacola native Devon Witherspoon, a Pine Forest alum, helped the Seahawks win Super Bowl 60 yesterday by recording four tackles, a sack and a forced fumble, making him the first Pine Forest player to earn a Super Bowl ring.
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Florida Power & Light PNJ Girls Athlete of the Week nominations for Feb. 2-7 feature standout performances in basketball, soccer (Layla Johnson, Zoey Mattes) and track from local high schools.
Voting closes at 11 a.m. Saturday and winners will be awarded PNJ shirts provided by BSN SPORTS.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Pensacola Chocolate and Cheese Fest
Sunday, February 22nd, 2026 · 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
Thursday, February 26th, 2026 · 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
Friday, February 27th, 2026 · 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
Saturday, February 28th, 2026 · 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.
Ballet Pensacola Presents: A Night of Four Seasons
Sunday, March 1st, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — VIP Experience available — Immerse yourself in the beauty of ballet with original choreography inspired by Vivaldi’s Four Seasons.