Daily editionTuesday, February 24th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of February.
Community
The Pensacola–Cordova Rotary Club will host the First City Chili Bowl on Friday, March 20 at Museum Plaza from 5:30–8:30 p.m. Attendees will sample chili, enjoy live music by The Wavy Winstons, and support local nonprofits.
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Pace Center for Girls Escambia-Santa Rosa will host its 13th annual Men Who Cook event at Sanders Beach Corrine Jones Resource Center on Sunday, April 19 (4 to 7 p.m.), where local chefs will prepare dishes and raise funds for girls and young women.
Guests will also enjoy live music and auctions.
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Business
Chef Eddy’s Thai Express is now open at 7700 W. Fairfield Dr. in Pensacola today.
The restaurant welcomes local diners to enjoy its Thai menu.
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Elebash Jewelers, on Palafox since 1919, continues as a local landmark under fourth-generation leadership & blends old-world craftsmanship with modern technology for repairs on live display monitors.
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Culture
Pensacola native Keyla Richardson, a gospel singer and music teacher, appeared on American Idol Monday night as Hollywood Week began and moved judge Luke Bryan to tears; her soulful performance reaffirmed her status as a local talent.
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Pensacon 2026 ended at the Pensacola Bay Center as thousands enjoyed a three-day pop culture celebration; organizers already set Pensacon 2027 (Feb. 19-21) with media guests and vendors lining up for more activities.
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The UWF Dr. Grier Williams School of Music presents the UWF Symphonic Band featuring pianist Susan Chou in a free *Orchestral Fantasy* concert on Monday, March 2 at 7:30 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre at UWF Pensacola campus; tickets are required.
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Education
On Feb. 4, every 11th grader at Pensacola High learned hands-only CPR through a program by the American Heart Association + Florida Blue Foundation; the training meets the state graduation law and builds a community of lifesavers.
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UWF archaeologists and anthropology students are monitoring construction on Palafox Street for colonial artifacts—like a recently uncovered British trash pit—as city crews upgrade stormwater systems, with work set to finish May 24.
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Environment
A total lunar eclipse, known as a blood moon, will be visible in Pensacola from 2:44 a.m. to 6:15 a.m. CT on Tuesday, March 3—maximum viewing is at 5:33 a.m. CT, and no special glasses are needed.
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Health
Community Health Northwest Florida’s 12th Avenue Pediatrics in Pensacola reopened to patients on Monday after repairs following a Dec. 17 pickup truck collision.
The 2510 North 12th Avenue facility now features a new door, windows — and improved safety measures, including yellow bollards in the parking lot.
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Sports
Blue Wahoos owners Quint and Rishy Studer requested that the city lease (or lease with an option to purchase) the 101 West Main Street property downtown to develop a sports mecca with a Pensacola Sports Hall of Fame, retail space, and visitor center honoring local sports history.
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FHSAA approved using MaxPreps rankings for football playoff seeding, replacing its own confusing power system and simplifying the process for the new Open Division.
The board voted 10–0 — making it a clear change ahead of next season.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Sun Belt Basketball Tournament - All Sessions Pass
Monday, March 2nd, 2026 · 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.
Wine on the Water
Saturday, March 7th, 2026 · 1-4 p.m. — Blue Wahoos Stadium — Enjoy an afternoon of exquisite wine tasting by the water.
Sunshine State 200 Race Event
Friday, March 13th, 2026 · 1 p.m. — Five Flags Speedway — Tickets required — Experience thrilling racing action at the ASA STARS National Tour's Sunshine State 200 in Pensacola, Florida.
6th Annual Shamrock Stroll 5K Fun Run
Saturday, March 14th, 2026 · 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.
Yk Niece Concert
Friday, March 20th, 2026 · 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.