Daily editionFriday, June 12th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of June.
Community
Free breakfasts, lunches and snacks are offered this summer at over 60 sites in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties + several Pensacola locations, sponsored by USDA and Feeding the Gulf Coast, with meals available for children 18 and under and disabled adults without pre-registration.
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The City of Pensacola will break ground at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 17 at 900 N. F. Street to start exterior renovations on the Fricker Center (aiming to boost community services and amenities ahead of its planned reopening in June 2027).
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Business
Pensacola’s first Costco Warehouse will open in two weeks and is offering new members savings on annual memberships.
Gold Star members receive a $20 digital shop card while Executive members get a $40 card (plus an extra Visa offer) if they enroll in auto-renewal.
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Culture
The Pensacola Beach Air Show will run July 15 to 18 on Pensacola Beach and honor the Blue Angels' 80th anniversary as well as America's 250th birthday, hosted by the Santa Rosa Island Authority (SRIA).
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Palafox Market is hosting Summer Pop-Ups every Wednesday in July at Plaza Ferdinand from 4 to 8 p.m.; visitors can shop local produce, art, and enjoy live music in downtown Pensacola while taking in the cool evening air.
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Environment
The recent beach nourishment project at Pensacola Beach is complete, restoring the shoreline and boosting safety for visitors.
Officials say the improvements will protect the coast and support local recreation.
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Health
New state laws will take effect July 1 to provide drowning prevention info and expand free swim lessons for income-eligible children + follow tragic drownings that included two Pensacola sisters on June 8.
Officials say the new rules aim to reduce future incidents.
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Genevieve Gallagher is still recovering one year after contracting Vibrio vulnificus while swimming in Santa Rosa Sound off Quietwater Beach on July 27.
She underwent multiple surgeries and nearly lost her leg (the infection threatened her life).
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Local doctors report that the dangerous Benadryl Challenge, which encourages teens to misuse allergy meds for a high, is resurfacing online; Dr. Dawn Walton at Studer Family Children's Hospital advises parents to secure medicines (like Benadryl and Claritin) to prevent overdose and other serious risks.
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Real Estate
Demolition will begin next week at the old Baptist Hospital campus after council approval in November (residents have awaited change since closure in 2023).
Contractors will use heavy machinery to remove tower one, connector, and north building safely with measures to protect surrounding drainage, aiming to complete by January.
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Sports
Five Flags Speedway is set to host twin 100 races as part of the Summer Weekend Getaway.
The first race featuring Super Late Models with a $10,000 prize will take place today at 8:00 p.m., with the second race scheduled for tomorrow at 7:00 p.m.
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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.
Second Sunday Salsa at Emerald Republic Brewing
Sunday, July 12th, 2026 · 6-10 p.m. — Emerald Republic Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue in a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere.