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Saturday, July 5th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Quint Studer said that a great workplace begins with a great community where people love to live and work. He noted that local efforts – like a Civic Leader Summit in Pensacola on Sept 23-25 – help attract and keep talent in these neighborhoods. Pensacola News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Vinyl Revival will perform at Bands on the Beach on July 8 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Gulfside Pavilion, and the '80s cover band—known for its rock star look and vibrant style—is expected to draw a crowd similar to last year's. Pensacola News Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 200 youths are working in the Escambia County Summer Youth Employment Program that began in early June and will end on July 18—interns earn $13 to $15 per hour while learning skills and exploring local job opportunities. The program, which received over 1,700 applications, helps underserved young people gain experience in many county departments and sets a path to full-time positions. Pensacola News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Ron DeSantis vetoed a $150,000 appropriation for Santa Rosa County’s Veterans Treatment Court, a program that helps 25 veterans avoid jail and find support for PTSD and other challenges—officials now report that both veterans and community leaders may face added costs and logistical hurdles without state funding. Retired Lt. Col. Carmen Reynolds and state Rep. Alex Andrade said they are seeking alternative funding options to keep the program running. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Fourth of July crowds on Pensacola Beach led to heavy parking and traffic problems as residents struggled to find spots and faced bumper-to-bumper cars. County officials are working on plans to ease congestion—though some doubt that ideas like a pedestrian overpass are practical due to cost and ADA rules. WEAR-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local veteran Michael Perry, a former Army Reserve corporal who served in Iraq, said the VA counseling he received helped him cope with PTSD triggered by July 4th fireworks — he planned to step outside for the first time in 20 years to watch the display. WEAR-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Today, an East Hill mansion at 1725 E La Rua St. in Pensacola is on the market for $3.4M and offers 6,273 square feet of European-style living with a formal living room, chef’s kitchen, family room and guest house — complete with a saltwater pool, private boat dock and scenic views of Bayou Texar and Pensacola Bay. The home includes modern upgrades like a generator, Tesla car charger and water filtration system and is located minutes from downtown, Pensacola Beach and the airport. Pensacola News Journal
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Coffee and Bird Walk at Tarkiln Bayou Preserve
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.
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Vegan Brewfest 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.
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Karlous Miller Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Check website for price — Experience the laughter and entertainment of Karlous Miller live on stage.
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Ben Loftin Concert
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.
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Blue Wahoos Game with Green Beret Foundation
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.
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The Magic of Motown
6:30-8 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Check website for price — Experience the unforgettable sounds and rhythms of Motown classics.
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The Greatest Showcase
6-7:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Check website for price — Experience an evening of captivating dance performances at a local gem.
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Birds & Brew Gathering
4:45-7:30 p.m. — Coastal County Brewing — Registration required — Brush up on backyard birds before enjoying dinner and socializing.
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