Daily editionMonday, July 28th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of July.
Business
Planet Fitness will move from its Ensley gym to a new 19,315 square foot facility on East Nine Mile Road scheduled to open on Sept. 2, and the former club will likely close the week before.
The move clears the space for a planned Costco store that will build a 172,580 square foot store + a gas station in the plaza.
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Culture
Pensacola residents can look forward to a packed week of live music, comedy and cultural events—starting today with Monday Night Blues at Seville Quarter and running through Sunday with CTRL ALT DRAG at The Handlebar.
The schedule covers multiple local venues across Escambia and Santa Rosa counties, featuring concerts, trivia, festivals and unique shows like William Shatner Live and the Halfway 2 Mardi Gras Glow Ball.
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Education
Students were read to at A Top Notch Christian Academy on July 18 as budget cuts threaten Early Learning Coalition programs that help prepare children for school & may reduce support for early learning in the area.
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Government
At a July 23 meeting at the Fricker Center, mostly Black Pensacola residents expressed deep distrust that the $9.5 million renovation might spur gentrification and force the closing of nearby Attucks Court—residents fear that state-funded upgrades will push local families out.
City officials said they plan to improve stormwater infrastructure and community facilities and will hold another meeting on July 31 at 6:30 p.m. to gather input.
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Century has created a town administrator position to improve government operations after years of leadership turnover — town leaders aim to rebuild public trust and modernize local services.
A selection committee reviewed 17 applicants and will recommend a candidate by August — the new administrator will help oversee projects like the water and sewer utility system.
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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.