Daily editionTuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
Community
On Monday, Booker T. Washington High School’s girls basketball team celebrated their first state championship in 26 years after county clerk Pam Childers denied a $1,000 travel reimbursement — spurring community donations to cover the trip costs.
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Tomorrow, as Women’s History Month ends, Pensacola will honor 13 local female leaders whose dedication is shaping our community.
Residents can share messages of appreciation on social media to celebrate these trailblazers.
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Culture
Pensacola Beach, voted best U.S. beach by Conde Nast Traveler readers from a December 2025 report — now offers a photo feature of spring break moments through the years.
Locals and visitors can view the evolving traditions that highlight the fun and style of our iconic shore.
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The museum welcomes Department of Defense ID cardholders every day while general public visitors can come on Saturdays and Sundays (valid ID and a background check are required for entry) with access through the Visitor Control Center at the south gate on Navy Boulevard.
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Education
Braelyn Witt of Pace High School earned the Escambia and Santa Rosa County Student of the Week honor with 87.5% of the vote for March 23-27, reported the Pensacola News Journal.
Voting for next week's winner (open today) has begun to highlight local high school achievement.
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UWF finance students placed fourth in the Bond Fund category at the 2026 QGAME Global Student-Managed Funds Portfolio Competition held at Quinnipiac University.
They managed live portfolios (with faculty and donor support) and competed against 134 other top-performing schools.
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Environment
Pensacola sees the return of the hurricane name Sally on the 2026 Atlantic list, reminding residents of the 2020 storm that caused extensive damage locally — the World Meteorological Organization published the full list yesterday amid forecasts of a near-normal season.
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Government
Escambia County EMS has approved ten new positions to recruit five EMTs and five paramedics to address rising call volumes.
The jobs will be posted soon with expected summer start dates (total cost is about $800,000) to boost coverage across the county.
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Pensacola's New Palafox project is nearing completion with stormwater and irrigation installations 90% done and paver work 50% finished, targeting a May 24 completion; meanwhile, the west sidewalk along Plaza Ferdinand is closed for 6 weeks while asphalt installation starts on the north end.
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Starting April 20, 2026, Florida will ban soda, energy drinks, candy, and prepared desserts from SNAP benefits (a USDA-approved initiative) affecting millions of Floridians.
The change aims to promote healthier choices among SNAP recipients.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Junie B. Jones The Musical
Saturday, April 11th, 2026 · 2:30-4:30 p.m. — Pensacola Little Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a heartwarming and comedic adventure with the beloved character Junie B. Jones in a sensory-friendly performance.
Pensacola Pickles & Wings Family Festival
Monday, April 13th, 2026 · 10 AM – 8 PM — Seville Square — Free admission — Experience the fun with the legendary Pickle Priest and a day filled with pickle-themed festivities.
Oyster Restoration Initiative Constructability Meeting
Tuesday, April 14th, 2026 · 10 AM – 12 PM — Bayview Community Center — Free entry — Engage in a workshop to shape the future of oyster reef restoration in Pensacola.
Live Well, Age Well Conference
Thursday, April 16th, 2026 · 5:30-8:30 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Pensacola Downtown — Event pricing not specified — Discover the latest in wellness, longevity, and aesthetic medicine with expert speakers and live demonstrations.
Strong Girls, Strong Minds: Mental Health Summit 2026
Saturday, April 18th, 2026 · 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Pensacola State College - Warrington Campus — Free entry — Explore mental wellness with therapy dogs, expert talks, and fun activities.
Brunch with The Mylo Crew
Sunday, April 19th, 2026 · 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Perfect Plain Brewing Co. — Free entry — Enjoy brunch while meeting adoptable pups and supporting a local rescue organization.