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Sunday, July 6th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This week, Pensacola saw four new restaurants open in June while Gov. DeSantis vetoed $8.2 million in local projects including funds for a gunshot detection system and four local women were charged in a $14.6 billion healthcare fraud scheme. An old floral shop on South Navy Boulevard was knocked down to clear the way for a planned Circle K—Navy Federal Credit Union is also not required to refund $80 million in overdraft fees after the CFPB ended its consent order. Pensacola News Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 61-year-old McDavid man died when he was struck from behind by a Honda sedan while riding his lawnmower in the northbound lane of US-29 near East Bogia Road in Escambia County on Friday night - troopers said the 18-year-old McKenzie woman driving the sedan was not injured and the investigation is ongoing. WEAR-TV
- ➤ Two people were hit by a car on Perdido Key Drive near River Road just before 3:00 a.m. Saturday morning and Florida Highway Patrol is on the scene—helicopters were called off mid-flight and the road was shut down. WEAR-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Four Pensacola women were indicted for over a decade of controlled substance fraud when they printed fake prescriptions using their clinic’s DEA numbers and sold thousands of pills + they are part of a nationwide healthcare fraud case that charged 324 defendants and seized over $245 million in cash and assets. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ On Saturday at 1:18 p.m., an argument over a broken TV turned violent in Escambia County when a son allegedly shot his father between Lakewood Road and Alba Plena Street — deputies have detained the suspect and EMS responded while the victim’s condition remains unknown. WEAR-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola residents will enjoy a busy week of events as the Pensacola Beach Air Show featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels runs from July 9 to 12 and Vintage Fest and Vegan Brewfest will take place on July 13 and July 12 respectively (offering live music, local vendors, and community celebrations) to fill the weekend with fun. Additional events across the area also promise diverse entertainment options for all ages. Pensacola News Journal
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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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