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Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cyndi Warren, a Pensacola CPA with 40 years of service, works with local business owners and mentors emerging professionals while also serving on boards at Sacred Heart Foundation, UWF Foundation and Momentum Church—supporting health care, educational programs and community events. She also helps organize Fiesta Pensacola, celebrating local culture. Local Pulse
- ➤ On May 3, the 21st Annual Soundside Splendor broke records by raising $424,000 for the Children’s Home Society at Portofino Island Resort + the funds will support programs for vulnerable children and families in Northwest Florida. Rick's Blog
- ➤ Residents in Poquito Bayou are opposing plans to develop 40 acres of natural land into 139 single-family homes, arguing that the project will harm property values and local wildlife. They have raised $3,000 for environmental checks and petitioned county commissioners to push for responsible development. WUWF
- ➤ Escambia County is waiving adoption fees for dogs and cats (1-year-old or older) at Petpalooza on May 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Escambia Animal Welfare and Adoption Center to help reduce shelter overcrowding. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ The Pensacola Chapter of Jack and Jill will host its first Kids Market on Sunday, May 17, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at DeVilliers Square, where youth vendors will sell sweets + handmade items as the event wraps up their Year of Entrepreneurship and the city honors their efforts. Pensacola News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Florida has launched a seven-part docuseries that highlights historic sites like Pensacola & St. Augustine to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary; four episodes aired online on May 13 and the rest will debut in May and June before July 4. Pensacola News Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Food prices have surged and restaurant costs, like grouper up 24% at Fish House, are straining family budgets and donations at Manna Food Pantries. A food distribution partnering local leaders+ community groups will provide 30,000 pounds of food to 300 households Saturday at 7:30 a.m. at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church. WEAR-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fricker Center in Pensacola will close May 23 for a $9.5M renovation expected to complete in June 2027; staff and programs will move to Bayview Senior Center starting May 18 and to other centers later. The update will include a career lab, STEM Lab, and ADA-compliant playground. Pensacola News Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Last week, guests at Tijon Fragrance Lab in Pensacola enjoyed a Mix and Match perfume-making class and created their own signature scents. Participants chose from over 300 fragrance oils — they wrapped up the session with a toast and a certificate. Local Pulse
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Quint Studer, known for building the Pensacola Blue Wahoos, purchased the Kansas City Monarchs and was introduced to local fans this week. The league commissioner said Studer has long been a top operator and is expected to raise the team’s profile in the American Association. Rick's Blog
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Emerald Coast SWENext Cookout
10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. — Bayview Park — Free entry — Explore STEM opportunities for students while enjoying a cookout and fun challenges.
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The more complete the despair, the more complete the awakening.
~ Carl Jung
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