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Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Pensacola Beach Air Show will be live streamed on Saturday with pre-show acts starting at 10:30 a.m.—and the Blue Angels set to fly at 2 p.m., though showers may delay performances. Fans who prefer to avoid the beach can watch the event from home on YouTube. Pensacola News Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cook Out, a popular fast-food chain known for its burgers, shakes and barbeque, is opening its first Pensacola restaurant in University Town Plaza at 1735 E. Nine Mile Road—replacing the former Regions Bank site. A soft opening is planned at 5:00 p.m. today with a full opening the following day as contractors finish touches and staff interviews continue. Pensacola News Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Four Pensacola women face federal charges for allegedly using stolen DEA numbers to write prescriptions for over 300K hydrocodone and 30K oxycodone pills from January 2015 until June 2024+ their trial is scheduled for Aug. 18. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ A Pace man named David Massey pleaded guilty to stealing over $118,000 by fraudulently taking his mother's Social Security benefits from 2019 until August 2023 — he faces up to 10 years in federal prison and must repay the full amount. Pensacola News Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of West Florida’s Center for Cybersecurity is providing free training through its CyberSkills2Work program—having trained over 3,500 specialists since 2020 to help stop hackers from taking over networks or stealing sensitive data. WEAR-TV
- ➤ Escambia County Public Schools released new elementary school grades showing an increase in B-rated schools from eight to 10—Navy Point and Global Learning Academy dropped to D. Ferry Pass, Pleasant Grove and A.K. Suter improved from B to A while other schools shifted their ratings from A to B or C, marking notable changes from last year. Rick's Blog
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor D.C. Reeves announced plans to update Palafox Street with a project that will test two methods—one completing work in five months and one proceeding block by block over more than a year—while the city supports local businesses with free parking and marketing. The project will start after January 2 and must go through a Request for Proposal process, and Reeves is addressing concerns following miscommunication during a meeting. Rick's Blog
- ➤ Pensacola resident Judi Tripp had faced wood rot, leaks and mold in her home since she bought it in 1978 — these issues made living there unsafe. With support from Escambia County’s SHIP Program, friends and her church, her home was repaired with new walls, windows, flooring, a roof and a pink front door — marking a fresh start for her. Local Pulse
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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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