Daily editionMonday, May 19th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
Community
The annual Gumbo Ya Ya Festival—held at Seville Quarter—brought crowds to enjoy a gumbo contest where amateur and professional teams competed for best flavor based on taste, smell, color and consistency.
All proceeds will support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida’s mentoring programs.
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Culture
Pensacola residents have a busy Memorial Weekend lined up with live music, community gatherings and cultural events across Escambia and Santa Rosa counties — the guide starts today at The Handlebar with Peeling Flesh and continues with concerts, family events and a Memorial Day Ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park featuring national acts like Keith Urban along with local favorites.
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Environment
Construction has begun on the Pensacola Bay Living Shoreline Project—crews will soon begin dredging at Robinson Island to remove sand that will renourish the southern shore of NAS Pensacola at Sherman Inlet and Lake Frederic.
The work is expected to continue for several months.
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Government
Sergeant Dale Berrian of the Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office died Friday from a cardiac incident and officials have not released further details.
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The Escambia Children’s Trust and the County Commission have clashed over a $1.1 million dispute about using tax increment funds for community redevelopment and children’s services.
The county demands full payment for past years while the Trust is set to meet on July 10 to work on a plan for three years of summer youth programs — a move that could resolve the funding fight.
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On Sunday, Escambia County firefighters conducted a planned training exercise at HCA Florida West Hospital's campus in Pensacola to practice fighting parking garage fires (the drill ran from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.).
They compared hose deployment methods and prepared for high heat exposure following a massive fire in Jacksonville.
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On Sunday, Escambia County firefighters practiced fighting fires in parking garages at HCA Florida West Hospital’s campus in Pensacola.
They compared hose deployment methods and trained for heat challenges after a major garage fire incident occurred in Jacksonville.
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Lifestyle
Five new food trucks will serve bao buns, Japanese crepes, slow-smoked barbecue and fresh pizzas this spring in Escambia and Santa Rosa County—bringing a variety of tastes to Pensacola.
They will operate in Navarre, Pensacola and Milton—customers can follow social media for the latest updates.
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Sports
FSU softball advanced to the Super Regionals after defeating Auburn 4-0 in a winner-takes-all game on May 18—Pace alum Shelby McKenzie hit her first two college home runs and Milton native Mimi Gooden contributed, with Texas Tech set as their next opponent on May 22.
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Accidents
At Pensacola Beach on Thursday at 7 p.m., fisherman Andrew Smith rescued a teenage girl caught in a rip current by using his fishing drone to drop a flotation device—first responders arrived minutes later and she received a clean bill of health.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Bands on the Bayou FREE concert
Friday, May 23rd, 2025 · 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!
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.
Clean Comedy Show Pensacola
Thursday, June 12th, 2025 · 7-9 p.m. — Culinary Productions Event Venue and Catering — Enjoy a night of clean laughs with headliner Joel Byars and fellow comedians Patrice Deveaux and Scott Shanahan.