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Friday, May 16th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Roy Jones Jr.—the local boxing champion—said he will always stay connected to Pensacola as he discussed a planned comeback and his ties to the community during an exclusive interview with WEAR News anchor Sue Straughn; the full report will air Tuesday, May 20th at 6 p.m. WEAR-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two drivers (a 16-year-old from Cantonment and a 33-year-old from Flomaton) were seriously injured in a crash on Highway 29 at the Quintette Road intersection in Escambia County on Wednesday evening and the teen will be cited for failing to yield at a stop sign. WEAR-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities arrested Pace Pharmacy owners Stephen and Monique Burklow and pharmacist David Winkles on May 14 for allegedly trafficking controlled substances including oxycodone, hydrocodone, and hydromorphone after an FDLE-led investigation linked them to a pill mill that pushed 100+ lbs of opioids into Florida communities + a joint effort with local and state agencies led to their arrest. Pensacola News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola Opera will host Overture Opera Camp Teen Week from June 16 to 21, where teens aged 13 to 17 work with theatre professionals and music educators to build and perform opera scenes and choruses—daily sessions run from 9 AM to 2 PM. Local Pulse
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, the National Hurricane Center resumed its routine tropical weather outlooks to show areas with potential tropical development in both the Atlantic and Eastern Pacific basins—helping locals prepare as the Atlantic season nears with June 1 on the horizon. WEAR-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola will vote on May 22 on a $15.9 million settlement that refunds $12.6 million in franchise fees to Pensacola Energy customers who lived in the city since 2019 — the agreement also awards $50,000 to Eric Frank and $3.25 million for legal fees from a 2015 lawsuit that ruled the city unlawfully charged fees, with judge approval still pending. Pensacola News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pace High School’s softball team won its fifth consecutive region championship with three shutouts, including a 4-0 win over Navarre — the team will now compete in the state Final Four at Boombah-Soldiers Creek Park in Central Florida. Pensacola News Journal
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Open House for Distinctive Custom-Built Home
11 AM - 1 PM — 1887 Brenda Ave, Pensacola, FL — Free entry — Explore a stunning 4-bedroom home with a screened-in pool, perfect for family gatherings.
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Brit Floyd Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Tickets from $149 — Enjoy the iconic sounds of Brit Floyd in a lively Pensacola setting.
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Bands on the Bayou FREE concert
Join Bands on the Bayou for the first free, outdoor concert of our series! Local band Nobius will perform on the patio of the beautiful Bayview Park in East Hill; food vendors and family fun will make this a magical night of music!
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Bike Commuting Workshop with Jon Spears
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.
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Memorial Day Celebration
1-4 p.m. — Perfect Plain Brewing Co. — 15% off for military — Celebrate Memorial Day with live music, tasty food, and festive contests.
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The Oz Escape: A Wicked Glitch
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.
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Free Outdoor Yoga Class
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Bayview Park — Free entry — Enjoy a refreshing hour of yoga in nature led by certified instructors.
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On-Site Tour at Fairfield Manor
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Fairfield Manor Senior Apartments — Free entry — Explore top-rated senior living options with nutritious meals and engaging activities.
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Kids Galaxy Glow-in-the-Dark Painting Class
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.
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Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training
All day — Hope For Tomorrow Safety Services, LLC — $2090 — Dive into essential software development skills with expert-led UML training.
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