Daily editionMonday, July 7th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of July.
Community
Fans planning to attend the Pensacola Beach Air Show on July 12 will face parking challenges as the Casino Beach lot closes at 3:30 a.m.; officials advise arriving early and using the free trolley service provided by the Santa Rosa Island Authority — additional parking is available at Park East and Park West.
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Culture
Pensacola Beach Air Show will start Wednesday, July 9 with Breakfast with the Blues at 7:30 a.m.—the Blue Angels will practice on Thursday, rehearse on Friday, and fly officially on Saturday at 2 p.m. Tens of thousands of fans will watch over the emerald green waters — part of the Red, White & Blues Week celebration featuring more than a dozen military and civilian aerobatic acts.
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Blue Angels pilots have playful call signs with origins that reference cult films and past mishaps—like Cmdr. Keilty’s 'Uncle Rico' drawn from a classic film—and secret jokes from their training days.
The Pensacola Beach Air Show in days will let fans see these unique nicknames in action.
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Education
At the Brigadier Head Start Center in Pensacola, teachers read to students to build basic skills while the program faces potential budget cuts—officials are reviewing funding options that may affect future classroom operations.
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Government
The Florida Department of Agriculture is redrafting a proposed rule that would require small poultry farmers to sell chickens with the head, feet, and organs intact — a change many farmers say is unsanitary and could hurt their businesses.
Farmers are planning to provide feedback on the revised proposal after earlier public hearings raised concerns.
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Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves and his team are exploring options to reimagine South Palafox Street using funds redirected from FPL's completed downtown work+ they plan to draw on lessons from the 1980 Palafox Place dedication that transformed three blocks with low-interest loans for storefront renovations.
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Pensacola Events
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.
The Greatest Showcase
Saturday, July 26th, 2025 · 6-7:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Check website for price — Experience an evening of captivating dance performances at a local gem.
Birds & Brew Gathering
Sunday, July 27th, 2025 · 4:45-7:30 p.m. — Coastal County Brewing — Registration required — Brush up on backyard birds before enjoying dinner and socializing.
Pensacola Blue Wahoos vs. Biloxi Shuckers
Tuesday, July 29th, 2025 · 5:05-6:35 p.m. — Blue Wahoos Stadium — Affordable tickets — Cheer on the home team as they take on rivals in this exciting baseball matchup.