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Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Preliminary numbers show that 250,000 people attended the Pensacola Beach Air Show from Thursday to Saturday, with an estimated total economic impact of $30 million—organizers will meet later this week to review the event and improve next year's show. WEAR-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 66-year-old Pensacola woman was critically injured when her Buick sedan crashed into a dumpster—hitting nearby bushes in a parking lot early Monday morning at 1:20 a.m. after she suffered a medical episode, and she was taken to a local hospital for treatment. WEAR-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Monika Milleson, a Gulf Breeze native, launched Bon Appetit Charcuterie Cart to offer customized charcuterie boards for events like baby showers and corporate parties—she blends her passion for food and faith to create a unique, stress-free experience for clients. Local Pulse
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florida schools will start on August 11 for the 2025-26 school year as 56 counties open that day while new rules ban cell phone use during lessons in elementary and middle schools, and a tax holiday on school supplies will run from Aug. 1—Aug. 31. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ The University of West Florida will launch its Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering this fall to meet local workforce needs. Students will take hands-on courses in areas such as structural, environmental, and transportation engineering at the Pensacola and Emerald Coast campuses. University of West Florida
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola had a hot start on Monday and continues today with highs near 95 and 96 and heat indexes reaching 105 and 107, while the National Hurricane Center monitors a tropical disturbance offshore that may bring heavy rain and flash flooding later this week — residents should stay alert for changing conditions. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Residents of Cypress Point reported that thousands of gallons of raw sewage spilled Saturday afternoon along Scenic Highway, running through local neighborhoods and into Escambia Bay. They blamed repeated spills on a broken cast iron force main—despite multi-million-dollar repair plans from the utility authority—and urged immediate fixes to protect public health and local wildlife. WEAR-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed funding in the state budget last week, forcing Santa Rosa County’s Veterans Court to lose a full-time coordinator — leaving it with a shoestring budget to serve 25 veterans. Carmen Reynolds said the program now cannot pay for treatment or testing costs and will struggle to support veterans. WUWF
- ➤ At a July 10 Escambia County Commission meeting, commissioners clashed over a $500 payment for American Legion Post 33 after Pam Childers’ office applied new community support funding rules—focusing on payment criteria for a Boys State program attended by two high school students. The full board approved the payment by a 5-0 vote, though some officials expressed concerns over inconsistent guidelines. Rick's Blog
- ➤ Following the Pensacola Beach Air Show, the Blue Angels announced that seven new officers will join the team in 2026, including three Super Hornet pilots, one Fat Albert pilot, an assistant maintenance officer, a supply officer, and a public affairs officer—appointments expected to boost the squadron’s performance at upcoming air shows. Pensacola News Journal
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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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Crystal Plumage Live Performance
8 PM – 12 AM — Woodsies Hilltop Bar — No cover charge — Experience a lively rock performance by Crystal Plumage in a vibrant Pensacola venue.
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