Daily editionSaturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
Community
The annual Clover Pick A Bowl Fill A Bowl event shattered records by raising ($78,694) to provide 47,216 meals for local families, seniors, children, and veterans.
The fundraiser, begun at Pensacola State College to honor Bill Clover, is led by local sponsors and organizers to help those in need.
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Veteran Hunter Girdner returns to Cantonment after being injured as he served overseas in Operation Epic Fury; Rep. Michelle Salzman is hosting a welcome home event today at 6 p.m. at the University of West Florida Building 22 to honor his service.
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Culture
Gulf Islands National Seashore spans a 160-mile stretch from Pensacola to Mississippi with historic forts, camping, hiking trails and beach access.
Visitors can explore Fort Pickens today and plan other outdoor adventures in this hidden Gulf Coast gem.
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Environment
Environmental tests confirmed that the thick, black stains found on Opal Beach and nearby areas were a natural spring algal bloom, not oil, after citizen Elizabeth Adams raised the alarm on March 12.
Local experts explained the phenomenon is common in warming waters this time of year.
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Visitors can enjoy a walk along Gulf Islands National Seashore, where calm coastal trails and clear vistas invite local nature lovers to explore the park.
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Health
Starting July 1, a new state law requires new high school athletes to complete an ECG and physical exam before playing.
Escambia and Santa Rosa schools offer screenings, including an April 11 event at Baptist Medical Park, Nine Mile Road plus free assistance for families in need.
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Lifestyle
A review published yesterday showcased 12 Florida restaurants that have become community staples.
Coffee Cup in Pensacola, serving home-cooked meals since 1945 (520 E. Cervantes St.), draws families with its warm ambiance while other longtime eateries continue to celebrate Florida’s culinary heritage.
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Real Estate
A new 31,000 sqft mixed-use center anchored by a grocery store is planned for downtown (200 W. Garden Street) and will be reviewed by the Architectural Review Board on March 19.
The review will assess design materials and compatibility with the historic corridor.
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Sports
Pensacola Yacht Club will host the 2026 International WASZP Games on Pensacola Bay from March 24 + 28, following a two-week world foiling showcase that begins with the WASZP All-Stars from Mar. 16 and a Pre-Games Regatta from Mar. 19.
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Booker T. Washington's girls basketball team played against Pompano Beach Blanche Ely in the 5A state championship on March 12 at 4:30 p.m. CT at UNF Arena in Jacksonville, seeking its first state title since 2000 while Blanche Ely aimed for its first since 2020.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Transformation Church's Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 4th, 2026 · 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
Sunday, April 5th, 2026 · 9:30-10:30 a.m. — Bayview Park — Free entry — Enjoy a rejuvenating outdoor yoga session suitable for all levels amidst nature.
14th Annual Gala of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
Thursday, April 9th, 2026 · 5:30-9:30 p.m. — Sanders Beach-Corinne Jones Resource Center — Tickets available — Celebrate community support while benefiting the Alfred Washburn Center & Outreach Ministries.
Hail The Sun Concert
Friday, April 10th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — Vinyl Music Hall — $76 each — Catch Hail the Sun live with great energy at this popular local venue.