Daily editionSunday, March 30th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 30th of March.
Community
Cafe Bistro in Pensacola Beach reopened after a two-month makeover with a new menu and refreshed interior that features chic marble tables and local art—while a 133-year-old Victorian home in Old East Hill is now back on the market after the Architectural Review Board denied a demolition permit, leaving its future in limbo.
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Culture
On March 18, visitors explored Fort Pickens — a historic fort with high walls, narrow tunnels and open spaces — in Pensacola Beach.
Located on Santa Rosa Island in Escambia County, the site showed clear signs of its long past as the sun set.
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On March 29, 2025, Bloody Mary fans gathered in front of Perfect Plain Brewing for the 2nd Annual Bloody Mary Festival—featuring Bloody Mary tasting, live music, food and a marketplace.
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Health
Community Health Northwest Florida launched the Baby Buck program that gives expectant mothers a $10 credit for each prenatal visit at its Women’s Health/OB Care clinic, with the Baby Buck store opening on March 7th.
The program aims to improve care and reduce Escambia County’s high infant death and low birthweight rates — funded by a $5,000 grant — while offering a Pregnancy Passport to track appointments.
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Lifestyle
The Strawberry Farm in Milton opened small U-Pick sessions with about 80,000 ripe strawberries available at $3.50 per pound and will extend its hours when more berries ripen.
The family-run farm will continue its batch-based schedule until the strawberries peak in April.
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Accidents
Early Saturday morning, the Gulf Breeze Fire Department recovered the body of a drowning victim near Shoreline Park South after a 911 call Friday night reported a person overboard—officials said the victim's identity is withheld until next of kin are notified.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Five Sisters Blues Cafe — The Cat Daddy Blues Band
Friday, April 18th, 2025 · 5-9 p.m. — Five Sisters Blues Cafe — Enjoy Southern-style dishes while grooving to live blues music.
Easter Sunrise Service
Sunday, April 20th, 2025 · 11 AM — Westernmark Park — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with a morning service featuring Pastor Dave Crenshaw and complimentary coffee and donuts.
Midnight Release Slumber Party for Great Big Beautiful Life
Monday, April 21st, 2025 · 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.
Cumberland School of Law Pensacola Alumni Reception
Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025 · 5-7 p.m. — Clark Partington Attorneys at Law — Free entry — Connect with fellow alumni in a welcoming environment.
Victory Emerald Nationals 2025
Friday, April 25th, 2025 · April 25-27 — 201 E Gregory St, Pensacola, FL — In-person participation — Cheerleading competition featuring all-star teams.
Do The '80s Pub Crawl
Saturday, April 26th, 2025 · 4:30-9 p.m. — The Kennedy — 25% OFF tickets available — Relive the raddest decade with retro contests and social media challenges at Pensacola's '80s-themed pub crawl.