Daily editionMonday, March 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of March.
Community
Local builder Nannette Chandler is forming a Pensacola Preservation Guild to pool community funds for saving historic homes like Fairnie Hall.
She announced her plans last week at the Architectural Review Board meeting and will soon propose a preservation plan to the City Council.
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On Feb. 25, organizers and local business owner Lee Cartledge backed a plan to add a twice-monthly Sunday market at Palafox Market.
The proposal aims to boost community activity with extra market days.
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Business
Boom Chick opened in Pensacola on Feb. 6, offering crispy chicken, customizable sauces, burgers, and sandwiches at its 8710 Pensacola Blvd. location.
The restaurant serves dine-in (until 1 a.m. Monday-Thursday and 2 a.m. on weekends) and plans a second spot to open in March.
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Over a dozen new eateries are coming soon to boost Pensacola’s dining scene as local cooks and national chains expand from food trucks to full-service restaurants.
Options include Cajun, Asian, and other global flavors designed to bring fresh tastes to our community.
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Environment
Residents in Pensacola can watch a total lunar eclipse on Tuesday, March 3 from 2:44 a.m. to 6:15 a.m. CT; the moon reaches its peak at 5:33 a.m. CT as it turns a ghostly copper color.
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Meteorological spring began on March 1 in Pensacola, and the spring equinox will occur on March 20.
The Old Farmer's Almanac predicts warmer-than-normal April temperatures with below-average rainfall before conditions return to normal in May.
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Sports
Florida Power & Light is inviting local sports fans to vote for its PNJ Athlete award featuring high school stars in baseball, lacrosse, wrestling, and more.
Voting will close at 11 a.m. Saturday and winners will be announced Monday.
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Pensacola Events
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.
High School Baseball Match: Freeport vs. Choctaw
Friday, March 27th, 2026 · 5-9 p.m. — Blue Wahoos Stadium — Free entry — Catch thrilling high school baseball action as Freeport takes on Choctaw.
Bayou Hills Run: City of Pensacola 5K / 10K Championships
Saturday, March 28th, 2026 · 7 AM – 12 PM — Bayview Park — Entry fees apply — Pensacola’s historic running event serves up competitive racing and community spirit.
Zarzaur Law Maritime DeLuna Duathlon
Sunday, March 29th, 2026 · 8-11 a.m. — Vince J. Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park — Entry Fee Required — Watch young athletes race in youth duathlon while promoting fitness and fun.
ServSafe Certification Live Class in Spanish
Monday, March 30th, 2026 · 4-hour class — Hampton Inn Pensacola-Airport — From $159 — Fast-track your ServSafe certification with expert instruction and same-day exam results.
Cliff Cash - Comedy + Punk Night
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026 · 6-8:30 p.m. — Perfect Plain Brewing Co. — Tickets available — Enjoy a unique blend of comedy and local punk music in an intimate setting.