Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of March.
Good morning, Pensacola.
On March 20, gas prices in Florida fell slightly from $3.951 to $3.950, keeping averages below $4 a gallon despite higher rates in other states, and Pensacola drivers continue to find lower prices at select local stations.
Escambia County students built STEM skills with a week-long aviation program at the National Flight Academy — a partnership with Escambia County Public Schools.
The second-year initiative, now benefiting over 436 students, will serve more than 520 by year-end.
A dredging project by Manson Construction began in early March and is refreshing Pensacola Beach with 1.5 cubic yards of sand spread over eight miles.
Collectors enjoy decorative seashell finds while contractors advise visitors to keep clear of fenced work areas, and the work will finish before May.
NAS Pensacola announced that starting Monday, March 23, public visitation will be closed on weekdays until further notice.
Visitors can access public areas on weekends from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. if they pass security at the Visitor Control Center — Department of War ID holders are exempt.
Florida SNAP recipients will not be eligible to buy soda, candy, energy drinks or prepared desserts starting April 20 (the USDA approved these restrictions as part of a federal nutrition initiative to promote healthy diets).
A Spanish-style home near Pensacola Country Club is listed for $594,900 today.
Built in 1971 and updated with modern amenities — a new roof, EV charging station, and air purification system — it has three bedrooms, three baths and a private patio near downtown.
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.
14th Annual Gala of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
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
6-9 p.m. — Vinyl Music Hall — $76 each — Catch Hail the Sun live with great energy at this popular local venue.
15th Annual Navy Federal Credit Union 5K
12:58 p.m. — Seville Quarter — Cost varies — Participate in a community-driven 5K benefitting local charities.
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