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Sunday, May 25th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, May 24, beachgoers enjoyed the Memorial Day Weekend festivities at Park East on Pensacola Beach as many took time to relax in the sunshine. Pensacola News Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 17-year-old Navarre teen riding an electric scooter collided with a pickup truck at the intersection of Frankfort Street and Hemlock Drive in Santa Rosa County this afternoon and was airlifted to Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola. FOX 10
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Escambia County Sheriff's Office investigated a drive-by shooting on Saturday morning when deputies responded to reports of gunfire on Devane Street in Pensacola — they found a camper trailer was targeted but no injuries were reported and investigators are now searching for suspects. WEAR-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Pensacola came alive Saturday as the Saenger Theater celebrated its 100th anniversary with a street party—featuring local nonprofits, food trucks, and two screenings of the silent version of The Phantom of the Opera. The street remained closed until 8 p.m. for performances and vendor access. WEAR-TV
- ➤ At a Tennessee wedding on May 20, country singer Jamey Johnson's longtime friend Nan Foster of Milton's The Cutting Board catered the event with Panhandle specialties like Seafood Sensation to about 350 guests including Kid Rock and Randy Travis. Foster also collaborated with local vendors—such as a mobile beverage cart and a Pensacola photographer—to highlight regional flavors and community talent. Pensacola News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Pensacola City Council approved a land lease for the $3M Rafferty Center last Thursday—allowing the Southern Youth Sports Association, led by Commissioner Lumon May, to build a state-of-the-art facility for underserved kids using private donations and a state grant. The agreement guarantees public access Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and assigns the city a maintenance cost of about $52,500 a year. Rick's Blog
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gulf Breeze junior Addison Dahlem won the ambulatory 400-meter dash at the FHSAA state track meet in early May and earned the PNJ Athlete of the Week award (48.32% of the vote) after finishing fourth in the shot put and 100-meter dash and third in the 200-meter dash. Pensacola News Journal
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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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Clean Comedy Show Pensacola
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.
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Library Concert
7:00 p.m. — Pensacola Library — Tickets available — Experience a captivating evening of opera performances at a local cultural gem.
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Life's A Dance Benefit Showcase
5-6:30 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — Tickets available — Celebrate community and enjoy captivating performances by local celebrity couples and dancers.
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Jeepin' for a Better Tomorrow
8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. — Miller's Ale House — Entry fee varies — Cruise for a cause with local Jeep clubs to support the Alzheimer's Association.
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Big Al and the Heavyweights Live
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Seville Quarter — Check the site for ticket info — Enjoy a vibrant mix of Cajun, Zydeco, Blues, and Rock music from this dynamic band.
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