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Friday, May 30th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tomorrow, the free Gulf Coast Culture Festival will be held at Seville Square from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with live performances and a film screening from 8-10 p.m.—offering food trucks, local vendors and films that celebrate our community's diverse cultures. Pensacola News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Visit Pensacola is facing cash flow problems as the county comptroller’s office has withheld millions in approved reimbursements—leading to delays in paying vendors, including over $1.2 million owed to its largest partner. Officials plan a meeting next week to review the rejected expenses—and they may pursue a line of credit if a prompt resolution is not reached. WEAR-TV
- ➤ Florida’s budget talks have stalled as State Rep. Andrade said the Senate is likely to let the session run out by June 6—forcing a special session that will involve the governor in decisions, while Gov. DeSantis recently signed a law making it a felony to leave dogs behind during declared emergencies. State Rep. Salzman surprised local supporters by praising Gov. DeSantis for his appointment of UWF’s president after previously backing stricter transparency measures—an unexpected flip-flop that has disappointed education advocates. Rick's Blog
- ➤ State and federal officials, including Sen. Rick Scott, Congressman Jimmy Patronis, and Mayor D.C. Reeves, met at Joe Patti’s seafood in Pensacola to urge residents to prepare for hurricane season starting June 1 by gathering a week of food, water, medicine, and supplies and by recording their home’s condition for insurance purposes—guidance also stressing caution against scams. Pensacola officials announced that the city will hire its first emergency management coordinator in June to improve local response times. Pensacola News Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola offers 10 outdoor beer venues with shaded patios, craft beers, and community events that range from traditional German biergartens to modern beer pubs — each designed for a refreshing summer outing. Pensacola News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Blue Angels will perform four air shows in June — they will appear at the Great Tennessee Air Show in Smyrna on June 7 and 8, at Ocean City's event on June 14 and 15, at Thunder Over Michigan on June 20 and 22, and at the Chippewa Valley Air Show on June 28 and 29 — while Pensacola fans can watch practice sessions at NAS Pensacola on June 3 and 4. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ West Florida track standout Arman Truitt—two-time state champion who won the long jump and the 110-meter hurdles—signed with the Naval Academy on May 29, and he will begin at the Naval Academy Prep School in Newport before joining the class of 2030 to continue his decathlon career while honoring his family's military legacy. 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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