Daily editionThursday, May 15th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
Culture
Visitors to the National Naval Aviation Museum can view Blue Angels practice flights behind the flight line on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., while the museum enforces a clear-bag policy and requires REAL ID for visitors 18 and older—offering flight-line concessions and select autograph sessions to highlight Pensacola’s unique Blue Angels experience.
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Education
Seventeen leaders from across Northwest Florida completed a seven-month Leadership Northwest Florida program on May 9 in Sandestin where they learned about business growth and regional challenges.
FGNW will host an informational webinar on May 21 for professionals interested in joining Class IV.
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Environment
Volunteers with Escambia County Sea Turtle Patrol discovered the earliest recorded loggerhead turtle nest on Perdido Key on March 11—tying the record set at Pensacola Beach—and county staff will continue monitoring the nest and educating beachgoers on how to protect sea turtles during the 2025 nesting season.
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Government
Mike Pinzone, owner of Papa’s Pizza and manager of the Pensacola Beach Gulf Fishing Pier, has proposed a one percent tax to help fund a new parking garage and boost public safety—an option that avoids a 1,100 percent increase in MSBU fees; he will present his idea to the Santa Rosa Island Authority at their meeting Wednesday evening.
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The City of Pensacola will restart curbside recycling this summer after halting the program in 2023 due to high contamination rates; residents may choose to opt into recycling for a fee that raises their bill from about $27 to $32.99 or stick with trash service at about $24.9.
The city council will review the plan on May 22 and again in June, and service may begin the week of July 14 if approved.
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Sports
Gulf Breeze High School boys volleyball team advanced to the state Final Four after sweeping Nease 3—0 in the Region 1—2A finals on May 13.
They will face top-seeded Reagan at 1 p.m. ET on May 16 for a semifinal match at Polk State College in Winter Haven.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training
Monday, June 9th, 2025 · All day — Hope For Tomorrow Safety Services, LLC — $2090 — Dive into essential software development skills with expert-led UML training.