Daily editionMonday, July 6th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of July.
Community
Escambia County Public Schools earned an A from the Florida Department of Education for the first time Wednesday, with 19 schools graded A. Pensacola officials ordered removal of a large homeless camp on Erress Boulevard (a site with debris and makeshift shelters that is hard to access).
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Hope Above Fear opened its Hope House facility in Pensacola on June 29, 2026 to provide teen resources for awareness, prevention and support following executive director Stephanie Shepard’s personal loss.
The center offers informational materials, creative spaces and community guidance for local youth + strengthens community ties.
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Culture
Pensacola locals enjoy a busy week ahead.
Today brings blues music at Seville Quarter while outdoor concerts, cultural shows and family movie nights fill later days, capped by Train’s concert at The Wharf Amphitheater, Mariachi Herencia de México at Saenger Theatre on July 12 and the Tanabata Star Festival at UWF on Saturday.
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Education
Ensley Elementary and Navy Point Elementary join Healthy Schools to offer free on-campus medical, dental, and afterschool tutoring services starting this fall.
Escambia County Public Schools selected the schools as part of a program tailored to meet local students’ needs.
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Hope Above Fear nonprofit has partnered with Escambia County schools to offer a free eight-week diversion program that helps high school students caught vaping avoid suspension and stay in class.
Students meet weekly at Hope House on East Lee Street to engage in group discussions & creative projects.
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Government
Pensacola Beach saw 28,283 cars pass the Bob Sikes Toll Facility on Saturday, June 27, as Escambia County officials paused toll construction & are monitoring traffic, with a study continuing through fall to ease congestion ahead of the busy Fourth of July weekend and Blue Angels air show.
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Health
A Pensacola woman with terminal Stage 4 breast cancer due to a misdiagnosed lump received a $7 million settlement from Baptist Health Care and Acumen Medical Imaging on June 5, leading to policy changes that allow direct consultation with radiologists (a move aimed at preventing future delays in care).
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Pensacola Events
Celtic Throne II: Psalter of Ireland
Tuesday, July 7th, 2026 · 7-10 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Discount tickets available — Experience a captivating journey through Irish culture with music and dance performances.
Skweezy Jibbs Makes a Movie
Wednesday, July 8th, 2026 · 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. — The Handlebar — Tickets from $104 — Experience a must-see live performance by Skweezy Jibbs in Pensacola.
Creed Fisher & Frank Foster Live Concert
Thursday, July 9th, 2026 · 7 p.m. — Wild Greg's Saloon — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of country music with Creed Fisher and Frank Foster.
Montgomery Biscuits at Pensacola Blue Wahoos
Saturday, July 11th, 2026 · 5-7:05 p.m. — Blue Wahoos Stadium — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a day at the ballpark creating memories with loved ones while watching Minor League baseball.
Second Sunday Salsa at Emerald Republic Brewing
Sunday, July 12th, 2026 · 6-10 p.m. — Emerald Republic Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue in a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere.
PYP Member Meetup & Game Night
Thursday, July 16th, 2026 · 6-8 p.m. — Voices of Pensacola Multicultural Center — Free for members — Engage in connection, collaboration, and casual competition through games and conversation.
FattMack Concert
Saturday, July 18th, 2026 · 9 p.m. — Vinyl Music Hall — Tickets starting at $136 — FattMack promises an unforgettable live music experience in Pensacola, FL.
In Gloom Live Performance
Sunday, July 19th, 2026 · 7-10 p.m. — The Handlebar — Tickets from $68 — Experience an unforgettable live show with In Gloom in Pensacola.
Juvenile Concert
Friday, July 24th, 2026 · 7:00-8:30 p.m. — Vinyl Music Hall — $82-$159 — Enjoy a live performance by Juvenile at this popular local venue.
July Coffee & Conversation
Tuesday, July 28th, 2026 · 7:30–9:00 a.m. — Bagelheads — No cost — Engage in networking with local professionals over coffee.