Daily editionMonday, June 30th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 30th of June.
Community
Flora-Bama’s Freedom Run will take place on July 5 rain or shine at the Flora-Bama Lounge, Package & Oyster Bar at 17401 Perdido Key Drive and offers a four-mile run/walk starting at 8 a.m. and a one-mile fun run/walk starting at 8:02 a.m., with registration fees of $40 and $30 respectively and free race T-shirts for the first 400 registrants.
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Business
Four new restaurants opened in June around Pensacola, with Bounce Beach Pensacola debuting its large three-floor beach venue on June 4, Tacos n Dash launching downtown on June 9, 7 Brew opening its Milton location on June 2, and Panera Bread starting in Navarre on June 18 with free meals for early guests.
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Proper Burger, known for its smash burgers and beef tallow waffle fries, will expand with a new location at 500 E. Nine Mile Road by July and a second site opening in October.
The restaurant has hired executive chef Arce Garcia to add seasonal menu specials and build on the strong community that grew from its popular food truck.
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Culture
Today, Pensacola hosts live music at The Handlebar with Suffocation and blues at Seville Quarter; Tuesday brings outdoor concerts on the beach and a Ninja Kidz show at Saenger Theatre.
The week wraps up with Fourth of July celebrations featuring fireworks on Friday and a run and contest at Flora-Bama on Saturday—offering a full slate of family-friendly events.
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Real Estate
Escambia County’s Development Review Committee approved seven new residential projects in June that will add over 750 homes and apartments to the area.
The plans include a 120-unit apartment complex in West Pensacola and six subdivisions for 646 future homes in communities like Beulah, Cantonment and Northwest Pensacola — each project set to move forward after approval.
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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.