Good morning, Pensacola.

Innisfree Hotels broke ground on its $100M Hampton Inn Pensacola Beach with 215 rooms, a lazy river + water slide, a two-story bar and grill, and meeting space.

Construction will start soon, and the hotel is expected to open in 2028 as the last major beachfront development on the beach.

The Hive Arts Academy in the Eastside neighborhood broke ground on a new 6,000 sqft facility on July 11, funded by a $2M donation from the Hive Foundation & Innisfree Hotels.

The school will serve eighth- through 12th-graders with art programs including after-school and weekend workshops, and expected spring opening.

Pensacola Beach will host an expanded air show to honor the Blue Angels' 80th anniversary and the nation's 250th anniversary.

Military aircraft, historic warbirds and elite performers will take flight with earlier performances on Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18.

Santa Rosa County District Schools is hosting meet-and-greet sessions for students and parents to complete registration and attend orientations ahead of classes starting Aug.

10. Sessions are planned on multiple dates in July and August at various school sites (check the district website for details).

The Florida Department of Health has confirmed 60 cyclosporiasis cases since January, with most reported in June and one in Escambia County.

Health officials urge residents to thoroughly clean and cook produce to reduce the risk from the parasite.

NFL cornerback Martin Emerson (a Pine Forest alumnus) is holding his fourth annual camp at his old school in Pensacola to train and mentor local youth in football and life skills.

Pensacola Catholic High School alum Chris Rembert was selected with the 51st pick by the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday, July 11 — the Auburn sophomore now joins the Pirates organization.

PYP Member Meetup & Game Night

6-8 p.m. — Voices of Pensacola Multicultural Center — Free for members — Connect with fellow young professionals over games while sharing ideas for future events.

FattMack Concert

9 p.m. — Vinyl Music Hall — Tickets starting at $136 — FattMack promises an unforgettable live music experience in Pensacola, FL.

In Gloom Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — The Handlebar — Tickets from $68 — Experience an unforgettable live show with In Gloom in Pensacola.

Juvenile Concert

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

7:30–9:00 a.m. — Bagelheads — No cost — Engage in networking with local professionals over coffee.

Pensacola Unplugged Songwriter Showcase

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Studer Community Institute — Free entry — Experience an evening of raw talent and intimate acoustic performances from local songwriters.