Daily editionSunday, July 27th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of July.
Community
Local businesses and veterans organizations held a fundraiser on Saturday in Pensacola to support Homes for Our Troops—a non-profit that helps veterans find safe, affordable housing.
Groups like the Marine Corps League joined the event, and veterans said the fundraising made a life-changing impact.
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Escambia Public Schools hosted a back-to-school bash at West Pensacola Elementary to ease students back into structured routines.
Teachers, the point church, United Way of West Florida, and Community Health of Northwest Florida supported the event — families can still register kindergarten students with the district.
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Business
Pensacola’s On the Run Carwash added a DIY dog washing station at Cervantes and Scenic that lets dog owners bathe their pets for $10 using shampoo, rinse, condition, flea control and a blow dry — the renovated facility also offers 24/7 self-service carwashes and a hand wash service.
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Culture
Dashboard Confessional and Japanese Breakfast will headline the third annual Night Moves Music Festival on November 8 at Community Maritime Park in Pensacola.
Tickets go on sale Friday at prices between $70 and $80 while other acts including Joyce Manor and local favorites will perform.
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Government
Pensacola’s new curbside recycling program faced communication issues when Mayor D.C. Reeves and Councilwoman Jennifer Brahier answered residents' concerns at Tuesday night’s District 1 Town Hall at the Vickrey Resource Center.
Director Daryl Singleton said the program collected 4,000 pounds of recyclables with low contamination and explained that glass is not accepted — officials now use GPS and route monitoring to make up for missed pickups.
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Lifestyle
Golden Hour Yoga & Tea House is a new wellness space in East Hill where residents can slow down, enjoy yoga classes, and sip organic teas behind a Torii gate and the sound of running water.
Founder Sydney, who trained in India and has worked as a doula, built the venue using elements from local artists (including murals) to offer a space for mindful connection.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Zumba Master Class with Kramer
Sunday, August 10th, 2025 · 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
Monday, August 11th, 2025 · 6-8 p.m. — Handlebar — $10 cover — Experience ethereal indie sounds from Cathedral Bells and Yot Club in a vibrant setting.
Gallery Night Pensacola
Friday, August 15th, 2025 · 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
Saturday, August 16th, 2025 · 12:30-2:45 p.m. — 1340 Fort Pickens Rd, Pensacola Beach, FL — Registration Fee Required — Experience the thrill of swimming and running in this exciting Aquathlon event.
Jessie Ritter Live
Sunday, August 17th, 2025 · 12-6 p.m. — Flounder's Chowder House — Free show — Experience the heartfelt country-pop sounds of Nashville-based singer/songwriter Jessie Ritter.
One More Time: A Tribute to Daft Punk
Thursday, August 21st, 2025 · 8 PM – 12 AM — Vinyl Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience an immersive tribute to Daft Punk with authentic costumes and a full-scale pyramid stage.
Argonaut 5K Run
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 · 7:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. — University of West Florida — Supports UWF cross country program — Run for a cause on the scenic campus.