Good morning, Pensacola.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Fungi & Friends Mushroom Growing Class

5-7 p.m. — Odd Colony Brewing Company — Free entry — Engage in an interactive mushroom class while creating grow kits and exploring your fungi curiosity.

12Eleven Live at Bands on the Beach

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.

Bands on the Bayou FREE Concert ft. Bay Kings Band

The Bay Kings Band will be taking the stage on July 25th at the beautiful Bayview Park in East Hill. Come enjoy this free outdoor concert, and support local non-profits, food trucks, and family friendly activities.

Sirreal Concert

6 PM - 12 AM — Pacific Kava & Coffee Bar — Tickets available — Experience an evening of music featuring SirReal and hits like 'Yeah Yeah'.

Bear Ghost Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Handlebar — Tickets available — Experience the adventurous sound of Bear Ghost, a band fusing quirky musicianship with complex melodies.

Lunch and Learn: Microgreen Kit Workshop

11 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Bodacious Shops — $40.00 — Learn to grow your own microgreens while enjoying a delicious lunch.