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Monday, June 9th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, local news reports a shortage of qualified childcare providers—an expansion at the NWFL Wawa has been announced and The Vine Wine Bar now has new owners. Pensacola News Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Wawa is expanding in the Pensacola area by planning seven more stores with three under development in Escambia and four proposed in Santa Rosa counties—updated plans for an East Milton store were filed in early June. Two stores in Northwest Pensacola are open, and local residents near East Milton have raised traffic concerns which officials say are addressed by removing one access driveway—aiming to keep most traffic on Highway 90. Pensacola News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Monsignor Luke Hunt of St. Ann Catholic Church in Gulf Breeze will retire on June 21 after serving in the diocese for 40 years. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Today the guide covers several events in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties including live concerts at venues and a production of Camelot at Pensacola Little Theatre — it also details upcoming activities like a multi-day fishing rodeo, craft beer festival and free community gatherings scheduled throughout the week. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Historic photos of Palafox Street in downtown Pensacola show how the street grew from the late 1800s to today—images reveal the Rex Theater, now a coffee shop, and other buildings that have evolved while keeping a familiar charm. Pensacola News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola voters approved a new city charter in November 2009 that replaced the ceremonial mayor role with a strong mayor who serves as the city’s chief executive—this change came after heated debates and led to Ashton Hayward defeating former Mayor Mike Wiggins. Rick's Blog
- ➤ Escambia County postponed dissolving the Escambia-Pensacola Human Relations Commission until December 31 so staff can create a full-time role to manage fair housing complaints—officials plan to handle these issues in-house as supporters worry the move will reduce accountability. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Santa Rosa County fire chiefs asked county commissioners to raise the MSBU rate to buy more equipment and hire paid firefighters as demand and costs grow. The proposed rate increase—$37 per household and 1.5% for commercial—will be discussed today with a vote expected on Thursday. WEAR-TV
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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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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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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.
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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.
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July 4th 5K and Fireworks Celebration
7:30-11:00 a.m. — Pensacola Beach Boardwalk — $30-$40 — Enjoy a scenic 5K run followed by a lively post-race party at the Tiki Bar.
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YK Niece Live Performance
9:00 PM - 2:30 AM — Chasers Liquor Store & Bar — No cover charge — Experience YK Niece performing the hottest song of the summer in Pensacola.
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