Good morning, Pensacola.

Fiore of Pensacola is marking its 20th anniversary on Friday, August 1 at 5:30 p.m. at its studio on South K Street.

Guests will enjoy cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and a screening of a floral documentary filmed in Alaska—celebrating two decades of service to the Pensacola community.

A 41-year-old woman pleaded no contest to charges after Pensacola police arrested her on September 26th following a traffic stop that found over six grams of fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine and drug paraphernalia—she was sentenced to 20 years in state prison and fined 150,000 dollars.

Pensacola’s Brother Fox and its head chef Darian Hernandez received recognition from Food & Wine on July 19 for their wood-fired cooking style — mixing traditional Argentine methods with elevated Spanish technique.

The restaurant, part of the Lily Hall boutique hotel, shows local flavors earning national acclaim.

Night Moves Music Fest returns on Nov.

8 at Community Maritime Park at 301 W. Main St.—the event features headliners Japanese Breakfast, Dashboard Confessional and Joyce Manor with tickets on sale July 25 and additional local and rising acts set to entertain attendees. It is a one-day live music and outdoor fun event that marks the festival’s third year.

University of West Florida biology professor Dr. Wade Jeffrey has earned global recognition as a Highly Ranked Scholar by ScholarGPS—placing him in the top .05% worldwide in life sciences—while his marine research has informed projects from Antarctic expeditions to BP oil spill studies in the Gulf.

UWF is set to discuss hiring a vice president/chief of staff to work closely with Interim President Manny Diaz and manage key operations—if approved, the new hire with a $180,000 salary will start on Aug.

1 and must meet strict education and experience requirements. The board will review the appointment during a special Zoom meeting on Thursday at 1 p.m.

Native Cafe, a family-owned Pensacola Beach staple for over 15 years, expanded its space two years ago with a new wrap-around bar and more seating as it prepared for its Native 2.0 anniversary — the restaurant now serves popular breakfast dishes such as stuffed French toast, pancakes and eggs Benedict while continuing to honor local tradition. The Brown family leads the way in celebrating community flavors and quality service.

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.

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.

Sirreal Concert

6 PM - 12 AM — Pacific Kava & Coffee Bar — Tickets available — Experience an evening of music featuring SirReal and hits like 'Yeah Yeah'.

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.

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.

HARBOUR Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Handlebar — Ticket required — Experience the heartfelt storytelling of Abby Holliday through her captivating music.

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.

Zumba Master Class with Kramer

2:30-4:30 p.m. — Zelica Grotto MOVPER — Free venue parking — Dance and sweat it out in this high-energy Zumba Master Class with international presenter Kramer.

Cathedral Bells Concert with Yot Club

6-8 p.m. — Handlebar — $10 cover — Experience ethereal indie sounds from Cathedral Bells and Yot Club in a vibrant setting.

Gallery Night Pensacola

5-9 PM — Visit Pensacola — Free entry — Celebrate art and culture as Palafox Street transforms into an open-air gallery each month.

SPLASH & DASH Aquathlon

12:30-2:45 PM — Pensacola Beach, FL — Registration fee varies — Experience the thrill of swimming and running in an exciting aquathlon event.