Daily editionSaturday, June 28th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
Community
On June 25th, 2025, Brian Wilson volunteered during the pre-dawn hours to clean and remove graffiti from Blake Doyle Skate Park in downtown Pensacola—he has been keeping the park clean since 2023.
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Culture
Communities in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties will celebrate July 4 with fireworks at Bayfront Parkway, the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and Navarre Beach — along with family activities and live music at Blue Wahoos Stadium, West Florida Railroad Museum and Milton’s Riverfest.
Flora-Bama will continue the festivities on July 5 with a Freedom Run and Miss Firecracker Contest on Perdido Key Drive.
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Environment
The National Hurricane Center is tracking several tropical waves and a disturbance in the western Caribbean (with a low chance for development) and forecasters say a tropical system may form in the Gulf or off the southeast coast in early July.
Pensacola residents experienced rain Friday and should stay alert as more unsettled weather is expected to affect upcoming holiday plans.
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Government
Florida paid $20M in reparations to 926 survivors of abuse at Dozier and Okeechobee reform schools after 15 years of legal advocacy by groups including the White House Boys.
Survivors received over $21,000 each as checks were mailed following a law signed last year—acknowledging the state’s past failure to protect vulnerable children.
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The ECSO said it hopes the Florida State budget approved by Governor DeSantis will include funding for the ShotSpotter system—technology used at the Real Time Crime Center in Pensacola to help fight crime.
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Health
Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola has introduced its new facility dog Birdie—funds were raised by the Change Makers Junior Board of Sacred Heart Foundation to support the effort.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Blue Wahoos Game with Green Beret Foundation
Sunday, July 20th, 2025 · 6-8 p.m. — Blue Wahoos Stadium — Ticket purchase supports the Green Beret mission — Experience a thrilling Double-A baseball game featuring the Blue Wahoos against the Chattanooga Lookouts.
12Eleven Live at Bands on the Beach
Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025 · 7 p.m. - 1 a.m. — Pensacola Beach — Free entry — Experience a night of great music as the local band 12Eleven takes the stage on the beach.
The Magic of Motown
Friday, July 25th, 2025 · 6:30-8 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Check website for price — Experience the unforgettable sounds and rhythms of Motown classics.