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Saturday, May 31st, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola police investigated a fatal shooting on May 30 at the Pensacola Village apartments on East Fairfield Drive where one person died after being taken to a local hospital—suspects remain at large. Pensacola News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 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. Pensacola News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. Rick's Blog
- ➤ 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. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Families of victims from the nearly six-year terrorist attack at Naval Air Station Pensacola will challenge the sovereign immunity ruling when a U.S. Court of Appeals in Jacksonville hears their case next week. Attorneys will argue that the law allows exceptions — letting the lawsuit proceed against Saudi Arabia. WEAR-TV
- ➤ 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. WEAR-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 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. Pensacola News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. Pensacola News Journal
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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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Sage In Bloom: Farmer's Dinner Series #4
4-8 p.m. — Gather, A Culinary Collective — BYOB — Explore unique microgreens and fungi in a flavorful feast.
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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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Coffee and Birding Experience
7-9:30 a.m. — Roger Scott Athletic Complex — Registration required — Enjoy a morning of coffee, socializing, and birding in a scenic environment.
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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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