Daily editionThursday, July 17th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
Community
Four Pensacola nonprofits beat over 56,000 national applicants to secure Starbucks Foundation grants through local Starbucks nominations—4EVR DEZ, Gulf Coast Kid's House, Waterfront Mission and Manna Food Pantry achieved this honor.
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Education
The Escambia County School Board voted 5—0 on July 16 to remove over 400 books from the Florida Department of Education removal list, including I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, Flowers for Algernon, and Slaughterhouse Five.
The board also discussed updating its challenged books policy during a recent workshop meeting.
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UWF got a new interim president—Manny Diaz Jr.—who started on July 14 and said he will boost academic success, support military students and the local economy, and build a new football stadium.
He told faculty, staff and students at the Argonaut Athletic Club that he will work hard to improve student outcomes and strengthen UWF for all.
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Environment
The National Hurricane Center is tracking Invest 93L—an area of low pressure crossing the Panhandle—with a medium chance of becoming a tropical depression within 48 hours.
It is expected to approach Louisiana’s coast today and may bring heavy rainfall that could trigger flash flooding along parts of the Panhandle and West Coast.
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Government
Federal lawmakers advanced Escambia County's $3 million request Tuesday to improve South Navy Boulevard—this one-mile plan will add new street lights, landscaping, pedestrian paths and a waterfront park to boost NAS Pensacola access.
The project now awaits further lobbying by state and federal officials to secure final funding.
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The city is planning to redevelop Palafox Street with little disruption to businesses—evaluating a 5-month full closure versus a block-by-block approach over about a year.
Mayor D.C. Reeves said the project will update repaving, sidewalks, landscaping, and drainage and that contractor bids will be received soon with construction planned to start Jan. 2.
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Health
PenAir Credit Union, in partnership with Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation and the Pensacola Blue Wahoos, delivered more than 7,500 packaged snacks to the Ascension Sacred Heart Cancer Center last month—ensuring the snack cabinet remains stocked for patients during treatment.
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Pensacola Events
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.
HARBOUR Concert
Thursday, August 7th, 2025 · 7-9:30 p.m. — Handlebar — Ticket required — Experience the heartfelt storytelling of Abby Holliday through her captivating music.
Crystal Plumage Live Performance
Friday, August 8th, 2025 · 8 PM – 12 AM — Woodsies Hilltop Bar — No cover charge — Experience a lively rock performance by Crystal Plumage in a vibrant Pensacola venue.