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Pensacola
Monday, February 16th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Escambia County removed unsafe skate equipment at Chimes Way Park earlier this month due to public safety concerns and will replace it soon to serve local skaters + families. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Pensacola journalist Henry Grabar will lead a CivicCon discussion on Feb. 23 at the Consulate Upper Room of First United Methodist Church—examining how parking requirements drive up housing costs and limit walkable urban design. The free event will also be live streamed on a local news Facebook page. Pensacola News Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pen-Taco-La, a new food truck replacing Tacos Mexicanos at 3000 N. 12th Ave, opened today in East Hill. Owner Pablo Hernandez designed the space to be dog-friendly & community-centered with a revamped menu led by Chef Gabriel Luna that will see more local specials in time. Pensacola News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Revelers took in the festivities at the Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Parade downtown on Saturday, Feb. 14. Pensacola News Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ West Florida High School’s Quinn Duong was named Student of the Week for Escambia & Santa Rosa counties after earning 56.9% of the vote for Feb. 9–13. New voting begins on Feb. 17 for next week’s honor. Pensacola News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nominees for Florida Power & Light PNJ Athlete of the Week were announced today for Week 25, featuring top local athletes in baseball, basketball, lacrosse, tennis & soccer; voting closes 11 a.m. Saturday, after which winners will receive a PNJ shirt from BSN SPORTS. Pensacola News Journal
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Free Yoga at Bayview Park
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Bayview Park — Free entry — Enjoy a rejuvenating outdoor yoga session suitable for all ages and experience levels.
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Sun Belt Basketball Tournament - All Sessions Pass
9:30 PM — Pensacola Bay Center — Ticket price varies — Catch the exciting action of the Sun Belt Conference's top basketball teams in a thrilling tournament atmosphere.
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Sun Belt Basketball Tournament: Quarterfinals
2-3 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — Registration required — Enjoy an exciting afternoon of competitive collegiate basketball at the Sun Belt Conference Quarterfinals.
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Sunshine State 200 Super Late Model Race
1:05 p.m. — Five Flags Speedway — Ticketed event — Experience high-speed racing with top drivers at one of the country’s iconic short tracks.
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6th Annual Shamrock Stroll 5K Fun Run
8 AM – 12 PM — Navarre Beach Marine Park — Registration fee applies — Get ready for fun at the pet parade and costume contest during this festive 5K event.
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