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Sunday, April 27th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On April 25, the annual Flora-Bama Interstate Mullet Toss—held at the Flora-Bama Lounge and Package on Perdido Key Drive—drew a large crowd with contests for kids and adults. The event will continue through today with multiple toss rounds and awards as a $20 fee per toss benefits local charities. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ The Pensacola Beach sailfish welcome sign has been updated after 64 years and now reads Gulf of America with the word America filled with an American flag pattern. Tiffany Daniels’ parents say they have new information about her 11-year disappearance and ask anyone with tips to come forward. Pensacola News Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Escambia County Sheriff's Office identified 20-year-old Andrew Sanders as the victim in a suspected homicide — his body was found Friday in an empty field near the intersection of Currier Place and Salem Drive after he was last seen on the 200 block of Washburn Street. WEAR-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Crawfish lovers are enjoying the 40th Annual Pensacola Crawfish Festival at Seville Square as the three-day event features food, music, crafts, and 20,000 pounds of crawfish downtown. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ A local guide lists a busy week of events starting tomorrow with Monday Night Blues at Seville Quarter and a tribute to Red Skelton at Saenger Theatre — events that will kick off a week full of concerts, festivals and community activities in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. The schedule will include the Pensacola Beach Crawfish Festival marking its 25th anniversary, Bands on the Beach, the Yancy Spencer III Memorial Surf Contest and a memorial ceremony for Pvt. Rosamond Johnson — all offering free entry or ticket options. Pensacola News Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola’s Dreamland Skate Center is reviving the disco era with themed nights like Throwback Thursday and Adult Rewind Wednesday (a long-time local hotspot) where regulars and new skaters enjoy shuffle skating to hits from the 70s and 80s. The rink also hosts family birthday parties and late-night lock-ins on Fridays and Saturdays, keeping classic fun alive. Pensacola News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pine Forest alumnus Mac McWilliams was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the fifth round with the 145th overall pick on April 26; he played college football at UAB and UCF as a defensive back. He becomes the third Pine Forest grad in the NFL—joining Martin Emerson and Devon Witherspoon to highlight a strong local football legacy. Pensacola News Journal
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2025 Pensacola Tattoo Expo
11 AM - 11 PM — Pensacola Interstate Fair — Entrance pass required — Immerse yourself in the artistry with live tattooing from award-winning artists and exciting raffle giveaways.
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Mimosa Derby Day Party
3-8 p.m. — Emerald Republic Brewing — Pricing varies — Experience the festive elegance of the Kentucky Derby with mimosas, VIP options, and live music.
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Mad Scientist Jenn: A Food Science Interactive Show! Star Wars Edition
2:00 – 3:30 PM — A Sweet Party — All ages welcome — Experience a glow-in-the-dark food science adventure with a Star Wars theme and exciting experiments.
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U.S. Open Local Qualifying
18 holes — Pensacola Country Club — Entry fee required — Compete for a chance to qualify for the prestigious U.S. Open.
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Hot Glass Cold Brew: Summer Fest
5-9 p.m. — First City Art Center — $30 members/$40 non-members — Kickoff summer with crafts, food trucks, and live glass art demonstrations.
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Spring Bling Festival
12-7 p.m. — Vince J. Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park — Free entry — Enjoy an exciting day of 2000s music and vibrant vibes with local DJs and delicious cookout favorites.
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Rise Up Lights Concert
6-10 p.m. — Handlebar — Check the local alt scene with an energetic performance by the diverse talent of Rise Up Lights.
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Open House for Distinctive Custom-Built Home
11 AM - 1 PM — 1887 Brenda Ave, Pensacola, FL — Free entry — Explore a stunning 4-bedroom home with a screened-in pool, perfect for family gatherings.
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Brit Floyd Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Tickets from $149 — Enjoy the iconic sounds of Brit Floyd in a lively Pensacola setting.
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Bands on the Bayou FREE concert
Join Bands on the Bayou for the first free, outdoor concert of our series! Local band Nobius will perform on the patio of the beautiful Bayview Park in East Hill; food vendors and family fun will make this a magical night of music!
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