Daily editionTuesday, July 21st, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of July.
Community
After last weekend's Blue Angels airshow, 11-year-old Addison Cardwell (aided by three teens) filled 20 trash bags at Pensacola Beach as cleanup crews worked to restore the area.
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Business
Downtown Pensacola’s Whataburger on E. Gregory St. is undergoing a major remodel focused on a modern design, updated kitchen and extra drive-through lane—expected to reopen this summer.
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Zam’s is celebrating its first U.S. restaurant launch with a ribbon cutting ceremony from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at 404 Brent Lane.
Founder Dr. Sam Prince is flying in from Australia to join live music, food giveaways, and monthlong festivities including a street rally and block party.
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Culture
Pensacola native Keyla Richardson, a Top 3 American Idol finalist, will perform at Saenger Theatre on Saturday, July 25 for a community celebration of music, faith, and unity.
Doors open at 6 p.m. ahead of the 7 p.m. show as special guests join the singer.
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Education
The renovated Alice S. Williams Center at 1015 North E St. will offer free Early Head Start care for infants and toddlers on Aug. 12 as part of the Mayor’s Childcare Access Program to meet local family needs.
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Santa Rosa County Library System received a $4,500 grant that funded 47 new e-books and 32 e-audiobooks for America250, and residents can borrow these digital titles for free through the Libby app with a valid library card.
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Environment
Tropical Storm Bertha formed Monday as Tropical Depression Two moved near the northern Gulf, bringing heavy rain, rough surf, and strong winds to Pensacola.
A high rip current risk is forecast to persist through Thursday along local coasts.
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Tropical Depression Two strengthened into Tropical Storm Bertha yesterday along the coast, and a Tropical Storm Watch was issued from the Ochlockonee River to the Mississippi-Alabama border, according to the National Hurricane Center.
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Real Estate
NorthStar Contracting Group is progressing with the demolition of the towers on Baptist Hospital's legacy campus, marking a key step in reshaping the area.
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Sports
Caroline Powell has been named head coach of the PSC softball program after 10 years as an assistant coach (she helped win two conference championships) and will lead the Pirates this season.
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Pensacola Events
Juvenile Concert
Friday, July 24th, 2026 · 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
Tuesday, July 28th, 2026 · 7:30–9:00 a.m. — Bagelheads — No cost — Engage in networking with local professionals over coffee.
Pensacola Comedy Stand-up Night
Saturday, August 1st, 2026 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. — Genie's Coffee Shop — Free parking — Bring friends and prepare for laughter with comedy crafted from your suggestions.