Daily editionWednesday, April 29th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
Community
Courser Racing is launching its first fully sponsored veteran ocean rowing experience off Pensacola’s coast; final launch details will be announced Thursday, Apr. 30 after weather checks.
The event will take place on Saturday, May 2 — a mission designed to rebuild purpose and community for veterans.
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Pensacola Beach will host the fifth annual MAX Volleyball Tournament on May 16 at the Salty Rose next to the Pensacola Beach Resort & will raise funds for childhood cancer research by Rally Gulf Coast with check-in beginning at 9 a.m. and play starting at 10 a.m.
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Waterfront Mission will build a dog kennel on its Pensacola campus to let individuals receiving services safely house their dogs and gain job skills in partnership with Escambia County Animal Shelter plus the project costs $160,000 with most funding secured.
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On Tuesday, everyday heroes entertained children at Studer Family Children's Hospital through Superhero Day by offering custom hero names and fun activities (including Lego building and cookie decorating) with support from community partners like the Blue Angels, local fire rescue and sheriff's office.
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Culture
Yesterday, Pensacola native Keyla Richardson advanced to the Top 5 on American Idol with her performance of Taylor Swift’s 'Lover' (10:53 a.m. on April 28) as two contestants were eliminated and the show will celebrate its 20th anniversary on May 4.
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Education
On April 22, Escambia School District leaders sent a letter to Florida education officials asking for changes in the state funding formula after 335 voucher students who received transportation, meals and counseling were not counted for payment.
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Environment
The Florida Forest Service reported that as of 7 a.m. April 28 there were 103 active wildfires burning 15,587 acres as drought conditions forced burn bans in 45 of 67 counties, including parts of the Panhandle near Pensacola.
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Pensacola Beach already experienced its first sargassum wave and NOAA warns a record-breaking second wave will hit this summer as currents bring brown seaweed from the Caribbean.
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Sports
Local high school teams made history in playoffs this week; Booker T. Washington flag football earned its first state playoff win on Tuesday as Kamryn Hughes returned a 59-yard punt, while Gulf Breeze boys lacrosse overcame a 5-2 deficit to reach a regional final.
Other teams advanced in district championships.
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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.