Daily editionThursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
Community
Last Saturday the Pensacola Ice Flyers hosted a Day of Play (in partnership with the Rally Foundation) treating six boys battling cancer like hockey stars with a locker room tour, custom jerseys and ice time.
The event brought community spirit and hope.
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Business
James Overbay and his wife now own Cordova Cigars, a long-loved lounge in Pensacola — a place where regulars gather to enjoy cigars and conversation.
He plans renovations and educational sessions to welcome newcomers and preserve the community spirit.
Local PulseRead more
Economy
Gas prices in Florida surged on March 18 as five counties saw regular gasoline near $4 per gallon.
In the Pensacola area, gas sold for an average of $3.615 (up from Tuesday) and remained more affordable than in other counties.
Pensacola News JournalRead more
Government
The City of Pensacola will host its Mayor's Neighborhood Cleanup on Saturday, March 28 north of East Hill.
Residents in the cleanup area must place eligible bulk items curbside by 7 a.m. but not before Wednesday, March 25.
City of PensacolaRead more
The New Palafox Project is 80% complete on stormwater and curb work and is set to finish May 24 while road closures for Gallery Night this Friday and a six‐week west sidewalk closure on Plaza Ferdinand affect downtown access.
Rick's BlogRead more
Sports
The Booker T. Washington Lady Wildcats won the state championship this past weekend.
Their win completes a mother-daughter legacy as former champion Syretta Byrd (2000) cheered her daughter Sa'miya Johnson, who grew up dreaming of the title.
WEAR-TVRead more
Pensacola Sports CEO Ray Palmer, recently inducted into the Sports ETA Hall of Fame, says the city needs an indoor sports facility with multiple courts to support youth athletic events.
He believes a standalone venue built outside downtown will meet growing sports tourism demand.
Rick's BlogRead more
Accidents
On Sunday night, two NAS Pensacola airmen rescued a 37-year-old driver who drove the wrong way after a medical emergency and crashed into Bayou Chico Creek near a local gas station before EMS arrived.
FOX 10Read more
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.