Daily editionThursday, May 28th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
Community
A new veterinary clinic is planned for Allentown on 4916 Horace Lunsford Road after county boards approved the conditional use permit on May 14 and May 21.
The clinic will serve household pets plus livestock by offering wellness, diagnostic and urgent care and hosting equestrian education sessions.
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Business
Dutch Bros Coffee Shop is moving into Pace with plans to build a new store on a lot that once hosted Ryan's Steak House and Mugshots Grill.
RNMC Pace LLC paid $3.17 million for the property, and county planners are reviewing updated plans submitted over Memorial Day weekend.
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Culture
Innerlight Surf Shop, a family-owned business (established in the 1960s), continues to serve Pensacola through retail and surf camps that teach kids ocean safety and local culture.
Owner JB Schluter says the store thrives by keeping a genuine connection to Gulf Coast surf heritage.
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The annual Gulf Coast Culture Fest will take place on May 30 at Seville Square downtown.
The free event offers music, food trucks, art, dance, and film screenings—featuring Films For the Culture Film Fest at 8 p.m.
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On May 27, visitors experienced the new Blue Angels F/A-18 Super Hornet simulator at the Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola where interactive rides let participants pilot a full-scale cockpit replica for a firsthand look at the exhibit.
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The Florida Historical Marker Council approved 12 markers honoring women like Mary McLeod Bethune and Chris Evert to address the lack of female recognition across state counties.
Marker dedications will occur over the coming months (each marker celebrates contributions in areas from architecture to sports).
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Education
Booker T. Washington High School held its graduation ceremony at Pensacola Bay Center yesterday — students received diplomas in front of proud family members.
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On Wednesday, West Florida High School’s e-sports team competed against Florida Virtual High School in Super Smash Bros Ultimate, showcasing skills like quick decision-making and focus that can lead to high-tech career opportunities in fields such as air traffic control and drone operations.
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Tate High School celebrated its class of 2026 graduation on May 27 at the Pensacola Bay Center.
Photos captured students marking this important milestone.
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Pensacola-area high schools held graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2026 with Escambia County classes ending on May 22 and Santa Rosa classes finishing today.
Graduations will conclude with ceremonies at the Pensacola Bay Center on May 29.
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Lifestyle
Today is National Burger Day in Pensacola, with 12 recommended burger spots ranging from classic eateries to modern food trucks showcasing unique monthly specials; locals can sample offerings like the gourmet Bagger Burger and creative spins at well-loved venues.
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Accidents
A fire on May 26 at EMR Southern Recycling on Bayou Chico near 1000 S. Myrick St. burned an acre, contained by 8 a.m. as firefighters used thermal imaging; officials called it the fourth blaze in two years and plan to work with the facility to boost prevention.
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