Daily editionThursday, April 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
Community
The Blue Angels flew over Naval Air Station Pensacola yesterday, drawing thousands and forcing the base to close its west gate because museum parking lots reached capacity—after nearly six months of closure for winter training in California.
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Culture
The Saenger Theatre marked its 100th anniversary on April 2 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 12 p.m., guided tours from 1 to 5 p.m., and a screening of the silent film (The Ten Commandments).
The celebration will continue on Sunday with a street party featuring local performances and extra screenings with a special organ demonstration (by Alex Gartner).
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Education
A $500,000 gift from the Merting Family has set up a support fund for a new research office at UWF’s College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities — the John W. Merting Family Office of Research and Intellectual Growth.
The office will help students and teachers learn how to apply for big scholarships — a move that may boost the school’s profile.
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Escambia County Public Schools is hosting an in-person Teacher Hiring Event (May 3, 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.) at Booker T. Washington High School (6000 College Parkway in Pensacola) where interested applicants must have a bachelor's degree, complete the online application, submit official transcripts before the event, and be ready for on-the-spot interviews for full-time teaching positions with a starting salary of $48,300.
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Government
Florida's DEP announced $25 million in funding for 13 water projects in Northwest Florida to improve water supply and ease the burden on local agencies.
The grants include $8.5 million for five projects in Santa Rosa County for upgrades such as a new well and storage tank at Point Baker and nearly $4 million for Gulf Breeze to replace an old water main — work that will benefit residents and emergency services.
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Tomorrow the Escambia County Commissioners' Committee of the Whole workshop will review four redevelopment options for Pensacola Bay Center with costs from $22 million to $104 million — Mayor D.C. Reeves said some proposals include basic upgrades like improved food offerings and seating while others add facilities such as meeting rooms and a practice ice rink and the city will fund a larger vision study with community input.
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Sports
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos will open their season on Friday, April 4th at 6:05 p.m. at home in a three-game series against the Biloxi Shuckers, with returning catcher Joe Mack and new manager Nelson Prada—promoted from the Jupiter Hammerheads—leading the team that finished a 71-65 season last year.
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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.