Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of May.
Good morning, Pensacola.
🏘️ Community
Pensacola hosts its 11th Annual Memorial Day Concert at Hunter Amphitheater downtown beginning at 1 p.m. today (patriotic music unites the crowd) as rising gas prices challenge Gulf Coast travelers during the holiday.
On May 24, Pensacola News Journal reported a new Costco opening, a planned Palafox Street ribbon cutting, and school closures that may affect local schedules.
Details on exact dates are forthcoming.
A crowd honored fallen soldiers at Veterans Memorial Park on Sunday, May 24 during a Memorial Day ceremony.
The event featured Taps, wreath presentations, and speeches by local veterans.
Pensacola wedding planners are invited to tour The Gilded Lady and Baylen Street House on Thursday, May 28 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., hosted by Chandler & Company Construction, which will preview upcoming restorations transforming the venues into boutique spaces for weddings and events.
🚧 Accidents
In Gulf Breeze on May 24, firefighters responded to a home fire on Soundview Trail after a caller spotted smoke, and a neighbor alerted a quick-acting homeowner who used a garden hose to keep flames from reaching a second-floor deck after a wet (24-volt) children's electric vehicle sparked the blaze.
💼 Business
Krispy Kreme faces a $1.6 million settlement after a November 2024 data breach and eligible Florida consumers may file claims by June 22 to receive a $75 check or up to $3,500 for documented losses (all will also get one year of credit monitoring if no claim is filed).
Palafox held its soft opening in downtown Pensacola on Sunday, May 24.
Visitors checked out the new venue as it set the stage for a full launch.
Clark Partington Attorneys at Law celebrates 50 years of legal service today in Pensacola.
Founded by Bill Clark and Don Partington (and now operating from multiple local offices), the firm continues to serve Northwest Florida residents with trusted legal expertise.
Clark, Partington Attorneys at Law marked 50 years in Pensacola today as it honors a legacy beginning in 1976 (when founders William Clark, Donald Partington, and the Hart brothers launched the firm) and continues to support local arts and civic causes from its office at 125 E.
Intendencia St.
🎭 Culture
New Orleans band The Revivalists will return to Pensacola on Nov.
22 at the Hunter Amphitheater at the Community Maritime Park to perform in support of their upcoming album Get It Honest (due July 24) with tickets starting at $55 and VIP options at $95.
🌲 Environment
Beachgoers saw a rare female Kemp's ridley sea turtle performing a false crawl on Pensacola Beach on Saturday — the turtle will attempt to lay its eggs again, and officials urge the public to keep a safe distance.
🏛️ Government
Veterans and park visitors remain frustrated by repeated delays in getting permanent restrooms at Veterans Memorial Park despite a $750,000 state grant, with the city having spent $150,000 on engineering (plans to meet with the park foundation next week) to address the issue.
🎉 Pensacola Events
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ACHE Northwest Florida Symposium
11 AM – 3 PM — Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola — Discounted entry with lunch served — Network and learn with healthcare executives at this informative symposium.
Pensacola Comedy's Stand-up
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.
Free Outdoor Yoga Classes at Bayview Park
9:30 – 10:30 AM — Bayview Park — Free entry — Enjoy a rejuvenating hour of yoga in the fresh air, led by certified instructors.
IHMC 2026 Summer Robotics Camp for Rising 8th Graders
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.
Pensacola International Billfish Tournament
June 9-14 — Palafox Pier Yacht Harbor Marina — Registration required — A family-friendly billfish tournament blending competitive fishing with lively community celebrations.
Emerald Coast SWENext Cookout
10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. — Bayview Park — Free entry — Explore STEM opportunities for students while enjoying a cookout and fun challenges.
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