Daily editionSaturday, May 31st, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
Culture
Flora-Bama celebrates the 50th birthday of the Bushwacker cocktail today at 17401 Perdido Key Drive from noon to 5:30 p.m. with live music, drink specials, themed food and giveaways, and a raffle drawing at 4:30 p.m.—with prizes including a free trip to St. Thomas and free Bushwackers for a year—marking the event as a major local celebration.
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Government
Pensacola Beach has seen a sharp rise in traffic days from fewer than 15 in past years to 56 in 2024 — a level that has overwhelmed its aging infrastructure while advanced technology and manual controls work to ease congestion.
Escambia County Commissioner Ashlee Hofberger held a town hall on May 28 to outline plans for more cameras and improved traffic management in the busy area.
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Escambia County is now certified TsunamiReady from the National Weather Service—making it one of only three counties with the status.
The certification gives the county extra points on safety ratings that may result in a 5% discount on flood insurance at the next assessment.
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The Florida Department of Transportation completed a $9M safety project on a 3.6-mile stretch of North Palafox Street from Cervantes to Brent, upgrading traffic signals, curb and gutter, pavement markings and sidewalks meeting ADA requirements.
The project also resurfaced US 29, reconstructed an intersection, added 7 foot bicycle lanes with 6 foot shoulders and new crosswalks at key intersections — efforts that boost road safety.
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Health
Saharan dust plumes from North Africa are expected to sweep over Pensacola today and may cause breathing problems for people with asthma, COPD or other respiratory issues—health officials advise staying indoors, using air purifiers, and wearing masks when outdoors.
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Sports
Blue Wahoos will host a Father’s Day Fantasy Baseball Camp on June 14 at Blue Wahoos Stadium featuring former World Series winners Kevin Saucier, Tim Spooneybarger and Adron Chambers from Pensacola.
The one-day camp runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and costs $350 per participant — an option to register a child at the same price is available — offering on-field instruction, custom jerseys and a simulated game experience.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Busch Light Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, June 21st, 2025 · 12 PM – 6 PM — Flounder's Chowder House — Check for registration fees — Test your fishing skills in the annual rodeo featuring a range of fish species.
Big Al and the Heavyweights Live
Monday, June 23rd, 2025 · 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.