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Pensacola
Monday, February 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola resident Millie celebrated her 105th birthday on Friday at Waterford at Carpenter’s Creek, marking a milestone in her life that spans from Detroit to a close-knit local setting with family present. WEAR-TV
- ➤ Henry Grabar will explain how parking requirements influence housing costs and downtown life at CivicCon today from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Consulate Upper Room of First United Methodist Church (2 E. Wright St) in Pensacola, offering insights from his urban planning research. Pensacola News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 13th annual Pensacon pop culture convention in downtown Pensacola ended Sunday as thousands of fans, cosplayers and community members enjoyed a weekend of pop culture and creative displays. Organizers said the event showcased diverse attractions + vibrant street celebrations. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ A new guide for Pensacola lists a busy week of live music, cultural shows and community events in local venues. It will feature One World, Many Voices at First Baptist and I Pink I Can Run at Flora-Bama Lounge, with activities starting today and continuing through early March. Pensacola News Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ West Florida High School's Jesus Robles-Reyna was named Student of the Week (receiving 61.73 percent of the vote) in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties for the week of Feb. 16-20. Voting for next week's selection begins Feb. 24. Pensacola News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Escambia County Commissioners are exploring options to boost public access to Perdido Key beaches by adjusting fee policies and adding parking while staff investigates alternatives to a customary use ordinance (aiming to avoid potential litigation with private property owners) and will install digital signs for traffic alerts. Pensacola News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola-area high school athletes compete for the Florida Power & Light PNJ Athlete of the Week title for Feb. 16 to 21. Local fans can vote until 11 a.m. Saturday (Feb. 28) with winners set to be announced the following Monday. Pensacola News Journal
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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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Yk Niece Concert
9 PM - 3 AM — 8Fifty Event Center — In-person event for ages 18+ — Experience the hit-filled performance of Yk Niece in Pensacola's premier venue.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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