Daily editionFriday, June 20th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
Community
P.U.S.H. Performance hosted its first free Little Legends sports session for Pensacola children ages 5-12 this week and will offer more sessions throughout the summer—Domenik Hixon and his wife Roop discussed the program in an interview.
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Business
Gator's Seafood in Milton is celebrating 50 years as it serves classic mullet and local seafood from 5-9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays until Aug. 23.
Family owner Bill Farrington runs the summer-only restaurant that began in 1975 with his father’s care—keeping old recipes and warm memories alive.
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Culture
The Dr. Martin Luther King Day Parade in +downtown Pensacola+ took place on Thursday morning, Juneteenth after being postponed from January due to winter weather.
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Government
Pensacola’s General 'Chappie' James Memorial near the Three Mile Bridge is at risk as the city said the foundation did not submit the required funding documents by June 30.
New foundation president Cedric Alexander (hoping to secure full funding from city, county and state) said he expects everyone to work together to complete the project.
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Advocacy groups urged a state oversight committee to probe directives that led school districts to remove dozens of books without proper review—accusing officials of bypassing legal procedures.
School boards in several counties removed titles after receiving pressure from the attorney general and education commissioner, prompting claims of First Amendment violations.
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Commissioner Hofberger pulled the Pensacola Beach Gateway project from the county meeting agenda today after plans to spend $1.1M on a decorative arch for the beach drew strong public criticism — the decision ends a long review process that started in January and included several design changes. The project will be reconsidered before any new plans are set in motion.
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Health
Dr. David Conkle—who co-founded Our Lady of Angels St. Joseph Medical Clinic to care for uninsured Pensacola residents—died on June 5 at age 84, leaving behind his wife, three sons and seven grandchildren.
Services were held at 3 p.m. June 19 at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart.
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Gulf Breeze Hospital will celebrate its 40th anniversary on June 24 after opening in 1985 by Baptist Health Care—it has given thousands lifesaving hospital and outpatient care in south Santa Rosa County.
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Pensacola Events
Busch Light Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, June 21st, 2025 · 12 PM – 6 PM — Flounder's Chowder House — Check for registration fees — Test your fishing skills in the annual rodeo featuring a range of fish species.
Big Al and the Heavyweights Live
Monday, June 23rd, 2025 · 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
Saturday, June 28th, 2025 · 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
Tuesday, July 1st, 2025 · 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.
July 4th 5K and Fireworks Celebration
Friday, July 4th, 2025 · 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.
Southern Soul Ho’ Down Field Party
Saturday, July 5th, 2025 · 8 PM – 2 AM — 5 Flash Ranch — BYOB — Enjoy a night filled with Southern Soul music, line dancing, and fun in Pensacola's countryside.
Coffee and Bird Walk at Tarkiln Bayou Preserve
Sunday, July 6th, 2025 · 7:00-9:45 a.m. — Tarkiln Bayou Preserve State Park — Small entrance fee — Enjoy coffee and explore nature while birdwatching on a scenic trail.
Vegan Brewfest 2025
Saturday, July 12th, 2025 · 2-8 p.m. — Perfect Plain Brewing Co. — Cost info not provided — Celebrate plant-based living with epic vegan food, live music, and craft brews.
Karlous Miller Comedy Show
Friday, July 18th, 2025 · 7:00-8:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Check website for price — Experience the laughter and entertainment of Karlous Miller live on stage.
Ben Loftin Concert
Saturday, July 19th, 2025 · 12-6 p.m. — McRee Sector of Gulf Islands Ntl Seashore — Free entry — Enjoy soulful coastal tunes from singer-songwriter Ben Loftin in a beautiful setting.