Daily editionFriday, May 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
Community
Pensacola Beach is launching free trolley service today that runs daily from 4 p.m. to midnight through Labor Day—operated by Escambia County Area Transit, the service offers over 30 stops along the beach for a stress-free ride.
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Environment
Officials from the Pensacola and Perdido Bay Estuary Program will use a NOAA grant to have a vendor develop a Sediment Reduction Prioritization Action Plan that will identify over 1,700 sediment sources from roads and gullies which have covered oyster beds with up to a foot of muck. The plan—expected to take 18 months—will guide projects to reduce sediment and restore the bay’s oyster habitats.
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Health
Dr. Sandra Adams, a psychologist in Navarre, said TRICARE has not paid its mental health counselors in the Eastern United States since January 1—making her consider stopping care for TRICARE patients who are more than 40% of her clients.
She warned that this problem may leave local vets and families with less mental health help and noted that both national and state psychological groups are working on the issue.
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Lifestyle
U-Pick season is underway this summer at farms in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties offering peaches, blueberries, and vegetables for picking, with sites like The Peach Farm and Blue Basket Farms posting specific hours—visitors should call or check social media as hours may change while local farmers markets also supply fresh produce for ready-to-buy options.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Camelot Musical
Friday, June 13th, 2025 · 7:30 p.m. — Pensacola Little Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary kingdom of King Arthur in an intimate and fresh musical rendition.
Sage In Bloom: Farmer's Dinner Series #4
Monday, June 16th, 2025 · 4-8 p.m. — Gather, A Culinary Collective — BYOB — Explore unique microgreens and fungi in a flavorful feast.