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Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Gulf Winds Foundation hosted its second annual Chip in Fore Charity golf tournament at Stonebrook Golf Course in Pace—where teams competed in a scramble contest featuring a $10,000 hole-in-one challenge—and raised over $78,000 to support its scholarship program and local non-profits.  Pensacola News Journal

CRIME NEWS

  • Jerry Keane Foster Jr. was found guilty on June 4th of first degree premeditated murder for fatally shooting his cousin Jarvis Johnson from Pensacola on Sept. 9th, 2023 (the dispute had been ongoing for months) and was sentenced to life in prison by Judge John Simon.  Pensacola News Journal

EDUCATION NEWS

  • ReadyKids! invites Escambia County families with rising kindergartners to join its Kindergarten, Here We Come! sessions—where parents learn practical tips and children enjoy hands-on activities with free childcare and a meal provided. Sessions will be held in June at two locations—Global Learning Academy, 100 N P St on June 10–11 and Ferry Pass Elementary, 8310 N Davis Hwy on June 17–18, with events running from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.  WEAR-TV

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Saharan dust has made the skies hazy and may cause showers today in Pensacola with highs near 93 and a heat index in the upper 90s—while the National Hurricane Center monitors a tropical wave offshore that is unlikely to develop into a storm.  Pensacola News Journal

REAL ESTATE NEWS

  • The final conceptual images of Rhythm Lofts and Reverb by Hard Rock Hotel will be reviewed by the Pensacola Planning Board on June 10 to decide plans for a hotel and apartments at Community Maritime Park—if approved, construction could start later this year.  Pensacola News Journal

SPORTS NEWS

  • On June 4, the Northview High School softball team was honored at Blue Wahoos Stadium for its historic season that ended with a state Final Four appearance when players Mikayla McAnally and Bailey Burkette threw ceremonial first pitches+ coach Amy Holland said most players will return next season with added young talent.  Pensacola News Journal

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 6/7/25

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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.

    Mon, 6/9/25

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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.

    Thu, 6/12/25

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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.

    Fri, 6/13/25

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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.

    Mon, 6/16/25

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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.

    Thu, 6/19/25

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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.

    Sat, 6/21/25

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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.

    Mon, 6/23/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 6/28/25

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  • 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.

    Tue, 7/1/25

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