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The Escambia County Department of Animal Welfare rescued 32 dogs from a hoarding situation by converting an unused building at the Perdido Landfill into a temporary shelter where the animals are receiving treatment.

They will later be available for adoption after undergoing necessary care.

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Marine GySgt. David Post—severely injured in Afghanistan—received his new home from Homes For Our Troops in Milton on Saturday, May 16, 2026 during a key ceremony.

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Marine veteran David Post moved into his custom built, mortgage and tax free home donated by Homes for Our Troops on Saturday in Milton.

The house has 40 ADA adaptations — easing his daily living and letting him focus on his next career move.

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Pensacola’s new Wawa store will open on May 21 at 8 a.m. at 9262 W. Highway 98; the first 100 customers receive a limited-edition T-shirt, while all get free coffee.

A ribbon-cutting and hoagie-building competition with first responders kicks off at 8:30 a.m. as part of Wawa’s expansion.

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American Idol Top 3 finalist Keyla Richardson returned to Pensacola today amid cheers from local fans after her show performance, while the city will reopen Palafox Street by May 24 following a $10.7 million upgrade featuring expanded sidewalks and new trees.

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Pensacola Catholic High School held its commencement at Olive Baptist Church Saturday, May 16.

Graduates and family members celebrated with remarks from leaders such as Bishop William Wack & Principal Sister Kierstin Martin.

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Governor DeSantis signed a new law today that expands the school guardian program to include public colleges and universities in Florida.

Teachers and staff must complete sheriff-led training to carry weapons, and campuses will undergo annual security risk reviews to improve safety.

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A luxe downtown condo at 800 S. Palafox St. #301 offers a move-in-ready home with panoramic Pensacola Bay views and upscale finishes—featuring a chef’s kitchen, glass walls, and gated parking, priced at $2M.

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Warehouse of Speed Spring Open House Dyno Day

Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 · 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

Sunday, May 24th, 2026 · 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

Friday, June 5th, 2026 · 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

Saturday, June 6th, 2026 · 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 Yoga at Bayview Park

Sunday, June 7th, 2026 · 9:30-10:30 a.m. — Bayview Park — Free — Enjoy a refreshing outdoor yoga session suitable for all levels amidst nature.

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IHMC 2026 Summer Robotics Camp for Rising 8th Graders

Monday, June 8th, 2026 · 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

Tuesday, June 9th, 2026 · 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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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Bad Bunny

Saturday, June 13th, 2026 · 7-9 p.m. — First United Methodist Church, Pensacola — Tickets required — Experience Bad Bunny's music under candlelight in a serene church setting.

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