Daily editionTuesday, April 1st, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
Community
A new organization called Envision Perdido is seeking residents' input on community development and environmental protection by holding meetings with local groups in the coming weeks.
The group’s effort follows a failed incorporation proposal in 2023 that led to ongoing discussions on local planning.
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Culture
The historic Saenger Theatre, which opened in 1925 along Palafox Place, turned 100 on March 17 with archival displays and tours—highlighting original theater pieces—led by local officials and archivist Dean DeBolt.
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Pensacola's historic Saenger Theatre will mark 100 years tomorrow by showing its opening night film, 'The Ten Commandments,' and hosting free festivities with a street fair and tickets at the box office.
On Sunday the sixth, the theatre will feature a screening of 'The Phantom of the Opera' and live pipe organ performances—continuing a century of entertainment and memories.
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Environment
Escambia County's study shows that 85% of the area is safe while key assets like the Pensacola Beach Fire Station, Pleasant Grove Elementary and nearby parks and boat ramps face flood risk.
The report by Jacobs Engineering and funded by the Resilient Florida Program will guide the county's adaptation plan and help secure grants for needed improvements.
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Sports
Three senior soccer players from Booker T. Washington—Felipe Lawall, Ryan Chandler, and Exavier Ali—signed on Friday to play college soccer, with Lawall joining the University of West Florida, Chandler with USC Upstate, and Ali headed to Huntingdon College.
Their signings mark the third consecutive season a Booker T. Washington player has committed to play Division I soccer and bring the school’s total collegiate signings to 10 over recent years.
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Pensacola's Blue Wahoos will play their first game on April 4 and executive chef Travis Wilson will debut new menu items such as a Garlic Parm Grouper Sandwich—designed to offer more than hot dogs—and specialties like Loaded Rueben Fries and a Patty Wagon Smash Burger that bring local flavors to the ballpark.
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Accidents
Heavy rains on Sunday led to flash floods that forced Pensacola Regional Airport to cancel all flights—flooded streets near Pensacola State College and Palafox Street worsened the impact—and flash flood warnings remained in effect until 8:30 p.m.
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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.