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Thursday, March 27th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Officials cut the ribbon at the grand opening of the new Ferry Pass Community Center in Pensacola on March 25 — a facility that features a playground, kitchen, stage, and classrooms. Pensacola News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola’s Saenger Theater is marking 100 years with a grand reopening on Wednesday, April 2 at noon that includes a ribbon-cutting and birthday cake — an event free to all. The celebration continues on Sunday, April 6 with a street party featuring free screenings of 'The Phantom of the Opera' and an organ performance by Alex Gartner. WEAR-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fifth-grade science teacher Juliana Pearce won a $50K STEM classroom makeover grant from Florida Power and Light at Sherwood Elementary in Pensacola and will use the funds to add VR goggles, a 3D printer, robots and a hydroponics table — her first grant win in four years of teaching — to boost her students’ science learning. WEAR-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola families say Florida's 'Free Kill' law fails them because it limits medical malpractice lawsuits to only spouses and children under 25 — leaving many without a way to seek justice. Legislators will hear House Bill 6017 today in the Senate — a change that could let any family file suit and hold EMS accountable. Pensacola News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ FHSAA released new volleyball rankings today with Gulf Breeze's beach team ranked 5th in Class 2A and its boys team rated 17th, while Pace holds 23rd in beach volleyball. Playoffs will begin on April 21 for beach volleyball and April 28 for boys volleyball—rankings will be updated weekly as few teams compete in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ The FHSAA released its first softball rankings with Pace High School—defending Class 6A state champion with a 9-0 record—ranked third overall while Jay High School remains undefeated at 8-0 and is ranked 14th. District tournaments will begin on April 28 with top teams advancing to regionals. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ The Waterboyz Spring Surf Classic will be held on March 29 at Pensacola Beach Pier, where surfers from grom up to legend divisions will compete with fees of $20 per division plus $50 for the Bro-Am contest, which may change if weather becomes rough. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Pine Forest High School will host the Smokey’s BBQ Bringing All the Smoke Invitational track meet on April 5th as a qualifier for the regional meet in May—coach Richard Dix said over 20 teams will compete while area coaches and local businesses work together to enhance the new track facility for community use. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ On Monday, FHSAA posted updated lacrosse rankings — Gulf Breeze remained the top boys team at No. 13 and Pensacola Catholic stayed as the leading girls team at No. 21. District tournaments will begin April 9 and region tournaments are set for April 22 for girls and April 23 for boys. Pensacola News Journal
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JP Soars & The Red Hots
5:30-8:30 p.m. — 21 Via De Luna Dr, Pensacola Beach, FL — Free entry — Enjoy live music and a vibrant atmosphere at this local favorite spot.
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Yewz at 850 Fusion Bar
8 PM - 2 AM | 850 Fusion Bar | Ticket purchase required | Enjoy a galactic night of low bass with Yewz and support acts in Pensacola.
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Zarzaur Law Maritime DeLuna Duathlon
8-11 a.m. — Vince J. Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park — Registration required — Cheer on youth athletes aged 6-15 as they tackle the duathlon in a supportive, fun-packed environment.
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Anjelah Johnson Reyes Stand-Up Comedy Show
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.
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Kids Empowerment Day Anti-Bullying
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — 8Fifty Event Center — Free admission — A day of fun activities and workshops dedicated to empowering kids against bullying.
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The Market at Gary's Brewery and Biergarten
1-6 p.m. — Gary's Brewery & Biergarten — Free entry — Explore local vendors while enjoying craft brews and delicious food truck offerings.
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Dog Man - The Musical
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.
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Five Sisters Blues Cafe — The Cat Daddy Blues Band
5-9 p.m. — Five Sisters Blues Cafe — Enjoy Southern-style dishes while grooving to live blues music.
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Easter Sunrise Service
11 AM — Westernmark Park — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with a morning service featuring Pastor Dave Crenshaw and complimentary coffee and donuts.
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Midnight Release Slumber Party for Great Big Beautiful Life
10:30 PM - 12:00 AM — Bodacious Bookstore and Cafe — Ticket required — Celebrate the launch of Emily Henry’s new book in cozy PJs with snacks, drinks, and surprises.
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