Daily editionSunday, April 26th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of April.
Community
Shelton Manor (an assisted living provider on Pensacola Blvd) is featured in the Best of the Bay Community’s Choice Awards as nominations have been open since April 25 and voting will begin in May.
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Escambia County will run its free Pensacola Beach Island Trolley from this weekend through May 17 on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 2 p.m. to midnight.
Starting May 22 until Sept. 7, trolleys will run from 4 p.m. to midnight + using three routes that reduce traffic on the island.
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The Flora-Bama Bar hosted the 42nd annual Flora-Bama Interstate Mullet Toss on Saturday, April 25, when participants tossed mullet across the border between Florida and Alabama to support local charities.
Proceeds benefited Alligator Alley & Gulf Coast Zoo.
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Business
Costco's Pensacola store is set to open this summer at 225 E. Nine Mile Road after construction began in January.
City officials are planning a hometown concert and parade at Community Maritime Park on May 6 if American Idol finalist Keyla Richardson advances.
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Culture
Pensacola residents can enjoy a week of events beginning Monday, April 27, with a mystery show at Mathieson Brewing Company and jazz performances at Seville Quarter.
The schedule continues with a Fiesta 10K & 5K race and an Alice Cooper concert on May 3 at the Pensacola Bay Center.
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Education
Pensacola second-grader Quentin Smith won his group in America's Favorite Student competition — he now advances to the quarterfinals where voting begins April 27 for a chance to meet Bill Nye and win $20,000.
The contest and community support inspire his dream of becoming an astronaut.
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Environment
A guide clarifying hurricane terms (from tropical depression to storm surge watch) offers residents a clear view of alerts and safe actions as the Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30; experts recommend checking supplies and property precautions before impacts begin.
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Government
Following Councilman Charles Bare’s concerns over boxes blowing into his yard, the Pensacola City Council repealed the free cardboard pickup program on April 23, and residents must pay $15 (or join an $8 curbside recycling program) while Mayor D.C. Reeves said he opposed the change based on data.
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Pensacola Events
Pensacola Tattoo Expo 2026
Friday, May 1st, 2026 · 11 a.m. — Pensacola Interstate Fair — Entrance fee required — Experience live tattooing from over 100 talented artists and participate in exciting raffle giveaways.
BRNCHLLA on the Beach
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 · 3-8 p.m. — Gulfside Pavilion — $25 General Admission — Celebrate spring with music, delicious food, and beach games at this vibrant margarita brunch party.
Free Yoga at Bayview Park
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026 · 9:30-10:30 a.m. — Bayview Park — Free entry — Enjoy a refreshing outdoor yoga session with certified instructors in a beautiful park setting.
Anime Town Pensacola 2026
Friday, May 8th, 2026 · May 8-10 — Pensacola Interstate Fair — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate all things anime with celebrity guests, panels, and an after-hours prom.
Sal Vulcano Live Show
Friday, May 15th, 2026 · 6-10 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — $45-$53 — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Sal Vulcano at the beautiful Saenger Theatre.
Warehouse of Speed Spring Open House Dyno Day
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 · 5-10 p.m. — Warehouse of Speed — Limited ticketing — Experience thrilling dyno pulls, enjoy food, and tour the shop showcasing impressive car builds.
TK Soul Live Concert
Sunday, May 24th, 2026 · 7-11:30 p.m. — 8Fifty Event Center — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of Southern Soul music with TK Soul this Memorial Weekend.