Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of May.
Good morning, Pensacola.
Santa Rosa County is expanding affordable housing with Habitat for Humanity and the Community Land Trust.
The first home at 5912 Congress St. in Gulf Breeze is now occupied while additional units near Milton are planned for future development.
Christopher Green built a fence at Sea Green Center to block cut-through traffic after a longtime parking agreement expired, but Harbourtown board voted to preserve its easement access — prompting Gulf Breeze to revoke the permit.
Work is on hold until the property owners reach an agreement.
Wawa received a development order for its new 6,372 sqft Navarre store on U.S. Highway 98 — it faced rezoning controversy near Santa Rosa Sound — while its Santa Rosa County location on Berryhill Road nears opening, adding to a series of rapid expansions.
Pensacola Museum of History opened its Road to Revolution exhibit Saturday in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.
The exhibit shows Northwest Florida’s role in the Revolutionary War and will be available through the month with free admission.
Pensacola native Keyla Richardson performs on American Idol finale tonight at 7 p.m. on ABC and top streaming services (a watch party with dinner and cocktails is set at Seville Quarter), and fans can vote online or by text.
The Modern Eldorados energized a crowd during Pensacola Navy Days Concert at Museum Plaza yesterday during Mother’s Day celebrations, while Blue Angels flew over to boost the festive spirit of the event.
Northview High School’s Presley Davey was named Escambia and Santa Rosa County High School Student of the Week today after winning 65.96 percent of the vote (voting for next week’s winner opens May 12).
Nominees for Florida Power & Light PNJ Boys Athlete of the Week include local weightlifters, baseball players and track stars with standout performances from Pace and Pensacola schools.
Voting closes Saturday at 11 a.m. and winners will receive a PNJ Athlete of the Week shirt.
Sal Vulcano Live Show
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
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
7-11:30 p.m. — 8Fifty Event Center — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of Southern Soul music with TK Soul this Memorial Weekend.
ACHE Northwest Florida Symposium
11 AM – 3 PM — Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola — Discounted entry with lunch served — Network and learn with healthcare executives at this informative symposium.
Pensacola Comedy's Stand-up
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Genie's Coffee Shop — Free entry — Bring friends for laughs with comedy based on your suggestions, accompanied by coffee drinks and delicious food.
Free Outdoor Yoga Classes at Bayview Park
9:30 – 10:30 AM — Bayview Park — Free entry — Enjoy a rejuvenating hour of yoga in the fresh air, led by certified instructors.
IHMC 2026 Summer Robotics Camp for Rising 8th Graders
9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. — Institute for Human and Machine Cognition — $245, financial aid available — Dive into coding and robotics with hands-on STEM challenges.
Pensacola International Billfish Tournament
June 9-14 — Palafox Pier Yacht Harbor Marina — Registration required — A family-friendly billfish tournament blending competitive fishing with lively community celebrations.
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