Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
Good morning, Pensacola.
A family+dog were rescued from a partially submerged boat near Pensacola Beach on Sunday morning when Midway Fire District responded to a distress call in the Santa Rosa Sound; all four passengers were safely transported to Woodlawn Beach Boat Ramp without injuries after being found in life vests.
ReadyKids! will host free workshops for rising kindergartners and families this summer—one at Global Learning Academy on June 10 and 11 and another at Ferry Pass Elementary on June 17 and 18.
The sessions, running from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., will offer hands-on activities, enrollment guidance, free childcare, and a meal to help prepare children for their first day of school.
The University of West Florida’s School of Education received accreditation for its teacher and principal preparation programs from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), valid through Spring 2030.
This national recognition confirms that the school meets high standards in training future educators.
An analysis of National Hurricane Center records shows that tropical storms formed in June 11 times over the past 30 years while only six hurricanes developed in June and nine formed in early July — data that outlines typical storm patterns.
The review notes that storms usually form off the southeastern coast or in the Gulf of America — a trend that comes as Florida residents remain cautious after three hurricanes hit in 2024.
Pensacola International Airport has launched a live shuttle tracker that lets travelers see real-time shuttle locations via the airport website—passengers can use QR codes at shuttle stops in Lots 1, 2, and 3 and get on-demand rides from the Long Term Lot.
In April, the airport also launched TransformPNS.com, a new website that provides updates on its Terminal Expansion and Modernization Program, which aims to boost capacity and improve services.
After snapping an 11-game losing streak on June 1 and winning again on June 3, the Blue Wahoos are building momentum with strong bullpen pitching and timely hitting as they start their homestand at Blue Wahoos Stadium — a needed turnaround following a rough May.
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.
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.
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.
Library Concert
7:00 p.m. — Pensacola Library — Tickets available — Experience a captivating evening of opera performances at a local cultural gem.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ronald McDonald House Firecracker 5K
5:00 AM – 4:59 AM — Seville Quarter — Registration fees apply — Run for a good cause in historic downtown Pensacola to support local families.
Ninja Kidz Live
6-7:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the excitement of Ninja Kidz Live with family-friendly fun in Pensacola.
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