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Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local restaurants on Pensacola Beach are offering reserved parking spots and extra perks for the Blue Angels air show on July 12 to help attendees avoid long walks and early-morning hunts for free parking. Options include packages with food & drink vouchers available at Laguna's Beach Bar & Grill, Salty Rose, Red Fish Blue Fish and Hilton Pensacola Beach. Pensacola News Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On July 5, an off-duty Escambia County Sheriff's deputy driving an unmarked patrol car struck two pedestrians at the River Road crossing on State Road 292—killing a man and a woman, both aged 20 from Alabama, and officials said the crash remains under investigation. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ A 27-year-old Pensacola man was arrested by ECSO on July 5 after he allegedly fatally shot his uncle over a broken television near Alba Plena Street on Lakewood Road—he is now held without bond in county jail. Pensacola News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Pensacola Beach Air Show will feature the U.S. Navy Blue Angels this summer, and records show that only the 2020 event was canceled because of COVID-19 concerns — officials note the review underscores a strong tradition of annual air shows. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Blues week has arrived in Pensacola as the Blue Angels air show will kick off Wednesday morning at Breakfast with the Blues at Casino Beach—an event celebrating decades of naval aviation history. Local fans will witness precise maneuvers and a storied tradition that continues to draw large crowds. Local Pulse
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florida's Department of Education released school grades on Monday for the 2024—2025 school year — Escambia County schools earned a district grade of B while Santa Rosa County schools maintained an A, with Escambia reporting 16 A's, 18 B's, 16 C's and 3 D's and Santa Rosa reporting 15 A's, 9 B's, 5 C's and 1 F. Pensacola News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Escambia County officials will vote on July 10 at 5:30 p.m. to decide on hiring Mott MacDonald for over $600,000 to study traffic flow improvements on Pensacola Beach—this project will consider ideas like a parking garage and pedestrian flyover for managing congestion during big events. 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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Sirreal Concert
6 PM - 12 AM — Pacific Kava & Coffee Bar — Tickets available — Experience an evening of music featuring SirReal and hits like 'Yeah Yeah'.
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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.
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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.
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HARBOUR Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Handlebar — Ticket required — Experience the heartfelt storytelling of Abby Holliday through her captivating music.
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