Good morning, Pensacola.

Airbnb Community Fund donated $40,000 to Pensacola Habitat for Humanity yesterday during a volunteer build day organized by the Airbnb Pensacola Host Club (led by local volunteer Clara Reeves), supporting efforts for affordable housing.

The gift will boost access to safe, affordable homes in the area.

Landrum donated $18,000 from its Oct.

2025 5K Run/Walk to support mental health services at Lakeview Center, helping over 50 clients daily; the next 5K will take place Saturday, Oct. 10 at 8 a.m. at the Landrum office in downtown Pensacola.

Bagdad Mill Site Park has been transformed into a public waterfront that honors the region's timber industry heritage.

Community leaders led the restoration of 22 acres where Spanish ships once loaded towering longleaf pine (known as heart pine) into sailing vessels.

The International Energy Agency announced its plan to release 400 million barrels of oil reserves yesterday — aiming to lower soaring crude prices.

In Pensacola, gas prices jumped 13.9 cents overnight to $3.366 a gallon amid the ongoing Iran conflict.

Families are invited to Read Across Pensacola Day Extravaganza on Saturday, March 28 at Museum Plaza in downtown Pensacola from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.—the free event offers live story time, hands-on activities, and costumed characters to celebrate National Reading Month.

Researchers say an unusually high amount of sargassum floats offshore, leaving Pensacola Beach mostly clear today.

Experts warn that shifting winds and currents may change the display — live cameras will help beachgoers track updates.

Residents are advised to adjust their thermostat settings based on comfort and budget as record high temperatures push ACs to work harder.

Utility guidance — noting that a one‐degree increase can save 5% on cooling costs — aims to help locals balance cooling needs and bills.

Today at the Port of Pensacola, SailGP CEO Sir Russell Coutts opened the American Magic High Performance Center as a new training hub for elite sailing.

Teams will arrive in September as plans for a minor league and 20 new jobs add to the city’s boost (local economic impact observed).

Pensacola hosts the week-long Sun Belt Conference Basketball Championship this early March, drawing college teams, families, and visitors to local hotels, restaurants, and downtown venues.

The tournament concluded with Troy beating Georgia Southern in the final game, boosting tourism and community spirit.

Booker T. Washington girls basketball beat Gateway 54-41 in Jacksonville on March 11 at UNF Arena — they will face Pompano Beach Blanche Ely tomorrow at 4:30 p.m. CT for the state championship and a chance for their first title since 2000.

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.

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.

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.

High School Baseball Match: Freeport vs. Choctaw

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

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

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

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

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.

Transformation Church's Easter Egg Hunt

10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Pensacola Interstate Fair — Free entry — Enjoy family-friendly carnival games and age-specific egg hunting zones for children nursery aged to 5th grade.

Free Yoga at Bayview Park

9:30-10:30 a.m. — Bayview Park — Free entry — Enjoy a rejuvenating outdoor yoga session suitable for all levels amidst nature.