Daily editionThursday, March 20th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of March.
Community
On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, hundreds of community members gathered downtown to speak out against regressive views held by some new UWF board members at the SCI building—former trustee Suzanne Lewis was among those who addressed the crowd.
Supporters signed petitions and expressed concerns that may lead to further review of UWF's direction.
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Business
GE Vernova's Pensacola-made turbines will power 85,000+ Texas homes and create hundreds of American jobs after the company signed a deal with RWE to deliver 109 onshore wind turbines for two Texas wind farm projects, with deliveries starting later this year.
The contract supports local manufacturing and creates a renewable energy corridor between Florida and Texas.
Rick's BlogRead more
Accidents
Crews are battling a 200-acre brush fire in Jay while residents have been ordered to evacuate and several roadways are closed—county officials report that five tractor plow units and brush trucks are protecting structures as additional resources arrive.
WEAR-TVRead more
Pensacola Events
Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
Friday, March 21st, 2025 · Experience a unique live candlelight concert featuring music from Coldplay and Imagine Dragons performed by the Palafox String Quartet in a beautiful setting.
House Hunting in Pensacola
Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 · 1-3 p.m. — 3461 Carlotta St — Free entry — Explore 1753 homes for sale with Compass and find your dream home in Pensacola.
Kelli Baker Concert
Monday, March 24th, 2025 · 7:30-11:30 p.m. | Seville Quarter | Ticket prices vary | Enjoy an evening of vibrant live music from Kelli Baker in a lively Pensacola venue.
Ballet Pensacola's Don Quixote
Friday, March 28th, 2025 · 7:00 p.m., 1:30 p.m. | Pensacola Little Theatre | Ticket prices vary | Experience Don Quixote's whimsical journey through Barcelona filled with adventure and romance.
7th Annual Pensacola Vegfest
Saturday, March 29th, 2025 · The 7th Annual Pensacola Vegfest features a variety of vegan food options, local art, live cooking demonstrations, and a beer garden.
Zarzaur Law Maritime DeLuna Duathlon
Sunday, March 30th, 2025 · 8-11 a.m. | Vince J. Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park | Registration required | A thrilling youth duathlon event welcoming participants aged 6-15 from local schools.
Anjelah Johnson Reyes Stand-Up Comedy Show
Friday, April 4th, 2025 · 7-9 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Prepare for a night of laughter with one of today's most successful stand-up comedians.
Daddy & Daughter Date Night
Saturday, April 5th, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — Sanders Beach-Corinne Jones Resource Center — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of fun activities and bonding between dads and daughters.
The Market at Gary's Brewery and Biergarten
Sunday, April 13th, 2025 · 1-6 p.m. — Gary's Brewery & Biergarten — Free entry — Explore local vendors while enjoying craft brews and delicious food truck offerings.
Dog Man - The Musical
Wednesday, April 16th, 2025 · 6:30-8:00 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience the humorous adventures of Dog Man in this captivating musical adaptation for families.