Daily editionSunday, May 11th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of May.
Community
Navy Day celebrations commenced Saturday in downtown Pensacola despite severe weather — enthusiastic crowds attended the parade to honor the strong ties between the community and military, including the Air Force, Army, Marines, Coast Guard and Space Force.
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Culture
This guide lists a variety of local events from live blues at Seville Quarter on Monday to concerts, festivals and motorsports shows later in the week, including a rubber duck race and Monster Jam at Pensacola Bay Center.
Each event entry gives its time, place and ticket cost so residents can plan their week of fun.
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Education
Brown Barge Middle School will upgrade all 25 STREAM classrooms with new trapezoid desks and black chairs funded by a $30K Box Tops for Education award and $170K from Escambia County Public Schools.
The modern furniture will be delivered on May 27—old desks will be removed and floors prepared for the upcoming school year.
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Brown Barge Middle School raised enough points through the Box Tops for Education program to secure a $30,000 check for new classroom furniture.
The school will soon use the funds to replace old and mismatched pieces.
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Environment
Pensacola will relaunch curbside recycling in the coming weeks through a new partnership with The Recycling Partnership—a group that builds better recycling programs to cut contamination.
Mayor D.C. Reeves said the updated program will include public education, upgraded equipment and an opt-in system so households can choose to pay a little extra for improved service.
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Sports
West Florida's senior Ashton Bailey earned PNJ Athlete of the Week after she posted three hits for five RBIs and three runs in two quarterfinal games against Paxon during the week of April 21–26.
Bailey helped drive the Jaguars to one of their best seasons in nearly a decade and received a custom award shirt from Florida Power and Light.
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The Gulf Breeze High School beach volleyball team won its second state championship by sweeping New Smyrna Beach in the Class 2A final on May 10 at Florida State in Tallahassee, finishing the season with 21 to 3 plus district and regional titles.
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Pace High School’s baseball team lost to Buchholz in the Region 1-6A final on May 10—they battled through extra innings but fell short to end a 25-6 season that included winning the Florida League Invitational and District 1-6A title.
Coach McBride praised the team's resilience and underscored how the hard-fought three-game series built experience for younger players.
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Accidents
Water Pig BBQ at Pensacola Beach closed Saturday after severe wind conditions during a tornado warning blew its primary smoker 200 feet, and cleanup continues as the restaurant plans to reopen today using its indoor smoker—authorities await the National Weather Service survey of damage.
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Pensacola Events
Rise Up Lights Concert
Thursday, May 15th, 2025 · 6-10 p.m. — Handlebar — Check the local alt scene with an energetic performance by the diverse talent of Rise Up Lights.
Monster Jam
Saturday, May 17th, 2025 · 1-5 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — Fun for all ages — Experience thrilling trucks and amazing stunts at this action-packed event.
Brit Floyd Concert
Wednesday, May 21st, 2025 · 7-8:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Tickets from $149 — Enjoy the iconic sounds of Brit Floyd in a lively Pensacola setting.
Pensacola Memorial Day Weekend Events 2025
Friday, May 23rd, 2025 · Various times — Veterans Memorial Park — Free entry — Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend with beach activities, ceremonies, and festivities in a beautiful setting.
Bike Commuting Workshop with Jon Spears
Saturday, May 24th, 2025 · 9:30-11 a.m. — Cafe Single Fin — Free entry — Learn how to convert your bicycle into a practical commuter bike while enjoying coffee and connecting with fellow enthusiasts.
Memorial Day Celebration
Sunday, May 25th, 2025 · 1-4 p.m. — Perfect Plain Brewing Co. — 15% off for military — Celebrate Memorial Day with live music, tasty food, and festive contests.
The Oz Escape: A Wicked Glitch
Saturday, May 31st, 2025 · 10 AM - 4 PM — Outdoor Escape Experience — $30 per team — Embark on a magical journey through the streets of Pensacola, solving puzzles and hunting for clues in a whimsical quest inspired by Oz.
Free Outdoor Yoga Class
Sunday, June 1st, 2025 · 9:30-10:30 a.m. — Bayview Park — Free entry — Enjoy a refreshing hour of yoga in nature led by certified instructors.
On-Site Tour at Fairfield Manor
Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025 · 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Fairfield Manor Senior Apartments — Free entry — Explore top-rated senior living options with nutritious meals and engaging activities.
Kids Galaxy Glow-in-the-Dark Painting Class
Saturday, June 7th, 2025 · 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Flip Flops on Palafox Vendor Mall — $12 per child — Create a glowing masterpiece as creativity comes to life in the dark.