Daily editionThursday, June 11th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of June.
Community
Palafox Market launches its new Summer Pop-Up series downtown every Wednesday in July from 4-8 p.m. at Plaza Ferdinand + vendors offer fresh produce, plants, baked goods, crafts and live music for family activities.
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An anonymous donation of $40,000 arrived at AHEPA 296 Senior Apartments on Creighton Road to replace aging AC units for 50 residents as summer heat sets in & some units are already installed while the remainder will be updated in the coming weeks.
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Anderson Subaru donated $39,000 to the Pensacola Breast Cancer Association on Tuesday, June 9 at its Pensacola Boulevard location - the dealership’s support has now topped $225,000 since 2014, helping provide free mammograms for uninsured women.
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Business
Lucky Dough Pizza in Pensacola was named one of the best pizzerias by the Italy-based 50 Top Pizza organization.
Owner Arpan Patel said the award confirms their focus on quality sourdough Neapolitan-style pizza & the new downtown Gregory St location offers a full-service, welcoming dining experience.
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Culture
The Pensacola Brick Convention will take place Sept. 19 and Sept. 20 at the Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds (6655 Mobile Highway), featuring professional Lego artists and hands-on building sessions for fans.
Tickets are $15 online or $20 at the door, with free entry for children two and under.
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Pensacola Children's Chorus will perform at Carnegie Hall on June 15 after holding a free sendoff concert today at First Baptist Church at 6:30 p.m.; the group of 57 singers will start a five-day NYC residency that includes Broadway musicals, recitals, and tours.
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Education
Santa Rosa County’s newest high school held a ribbon-cutting on Tuesday as it celebrated a new $132 million, three-story building that will serve freshmen and sophomores starting Aug. 10.
The 250,000 sqft facility is designed to ease overcrowding and will eventually enroll up to 1,800 students.
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Soundside High School opened in Gulf Breeze on June 9 as families, students, and school officials marked the event with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a self-guided tour (its modern facilities impressed local visitors).
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Health
Genevieve Gallagher contracted Vibrio bacteria after swimming with a cut at Pensacola Beach last July and underwent 15 to 20 surgeries while facing a $7M bill mostly covered by insurance; she now battles nerve damage + difficulty walking.
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17-year-old Joziah Thompson was hospitalized in Pensacola after contracting Vibrio vulnificus from a scrape on his leg while swimming in Boggy Bayou on June 1.
His family has started a GoFundMe to help with medical expenses.
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Sports
Pensacola Sports will host the Busch Light Pensacola Fishing Rodeo at Pensacola Beach from June 19 to 22.
Anglers will compete in 21 fishing categories including youth events and a captain’s meeting at Flounder’s Chowder House (June 19, 5–8 p.m.); public weigh-ins occur on June 20–21.
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Pensacola Events
Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Bad Bunny
Saturday, June 13th, 2026 · 7-9 p.m. — First United Methodist Church, Pensacola — Tickets required — Experience Bad Bunny's music under candlelight in a serene church setting.
Ravioli Pasta Making Class
Friday, June 26th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — Bodacious Shops — Contact us for pricing — Discover the joy of making and stuffing your own ravioli in this hands-on culinary experience.
Prismatic Concert
Saturday, June 27th, 2026 · 7-10 p.m. — The Handlebar — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night with the band Prismatic performing live.
The Molly Ringwalds Concert
Friday, July 3rd, 2026 · 8:30 – 10:30 p.m. — Seville Quarter — $30 — Experience the ultimate 80's music revival with The Molly Ringwalds in an unforgettable concert.
Armor for Sleep Concert
Monday, July 6th, 2026 · 7-11 p.m. — The Handlebar — Tickets required — Experience an evening of live music from Armor for Sleep as they showcase their talent and artistry.
Celtic Throne II: Psalter of Ireland
Tuesday, July 7th, 2026 · 7-10 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Discount tickets available — Experience a captivating journey through Irish culture with music and dance performances.
Skweezy Jibbs Makes a Movie
Wednesday, July 8th, 2026 · 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. — The Handlebar — Tickets from $104 — Experience a must-see live performance by Skweezy Jibbs in Pensacola.
Creed Fisher & Frank Foster Live Concert
Thursday, July 9th, 2026 · 7 p.m. — Wild Greg's Saloon — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of country music with Creed Fisher and Frank Foster.
Montgomery Biscuits at Pensacola Blue Wahoos
Saturday, July 11th, 2026 · 5-7:05 p.m. — Blue Wahoos Stadium — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a day at the ballpark creating memories with loved ones while watching Minor League baseball.