Daily editionSaturday, May 24th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
Culture
UWF held its annual Memorial Day ceremony on Thursday at the Commons Auditorium to honor fallen service members including MIA and POW & Capt. Chandra Newman delivered a keynote urging attendees to remember the holiday's true meaning as framed photos and memorial displays commemorated their sacrifice.
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Education
Florida Education Commissioner Manny Diaz Jr. said he is open to discussing an interim presidency if the UWF Board of Trustees selects him at a meeting on May 27.
The board will vote on the interim leader and hire a search firm after President Martha Saunders departs—officials report Diaz is the top candidate.
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Environment
A magnitude 3.1 earthquake was recorded on Friday, May 23rd at about 2:41 p.m. in the Gulf about 70 miles southwest of Pensacola Beach at a depth of 6.2 miles— the first quake near the area since a 2.0 event was recorded in Jay on Sept. 3rd, 2020.
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Government
Pensacola will hold the next Mayor’s Neighborhood Cleanup event on May 31 in the East Hill area where residents will leave eligible bulk items curbside by 7 a.m. on cleanup day, and items must not be set out before May 28 & city inspectors will check for code violations.
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Pensacola Energy customers faced a rate increase decision after City Council approved a $15.9 million settlement over unlawful franchise fees that depleted the utility’s reserve fund — a move confirmed by City Attorney Adam Cobb — which will force higher natural gas rates to rebuild the reserves.
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Sports
The Gulf Breeze beach volleyball team won its second consecutive national title after beating New Smyrna Beach High School in the 2A FHSAA championship game.
The Lady Dolphins are ranked number one in the nation by MaxPreps—eight players have committed to Division I schools.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Life's A Dance Benefit Showcase
Thursday, June 19th, 2025 · 5-6:30 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — Tickets available — Celebrate community and enjoy captivating performances by local celebrity couples and dancers.