Daily editionTuesday, July 28th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of July.
Community
Colonel Karl Schwelm is a lifelong veteran — a leader who reads to children at local schools and organizes the annual Wreaths Across America effort at Barrancas National Cemetery.
He continues to support Kiwanis programs and veteran events that unite the community.
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Culture
Cam Price paid tribute to late co-owner Pat McClellan (creator of the Flora-Bama Polar Bear Dip and Inter-State Mullet Toss) as his photo and a commemorative 50th-anniversary plaque were displayed at Flora-Bama Lounge in Perdido Key on July 27.
His legacy continues to shape local traditions.
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The National Naval Aviation Museum welcomes families to Build-A-Bird Storytime today from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its Blue Angels Atrium, featuring a live reading of the new children’s book Thach and the Blues and interactive crafts (advance registration is encouraged).
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Bands on the Bayou returns Friday, July 31 for its second free waterfront concert at Bayview Park and Community Center featuring the Bay Kings Band’s high-energy set.
Hosted by the East Hill Neighborhood Association, the event will support local nonprofits and invites neighbors to enjoy the show with chairs + blankets.
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Education
Florida residents may join Florida Tropical Training Week, a free virtual event offered by National Weather Service offices from July 27 to 30 to learn about hurricane forecasts, safety skills, and recovery tips; Tuesday's session focuses on Hunker Down and registration is required.
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Florida’s back-to-school sales tax holiday remains active until Aug. 20 — letting shoppers buy eligible school supplies, computers and clothing tax-free as most schools open on Aug. 10.
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Pensacola State College is seeking a new president and invites applications until July 31.
The posting requires candidates to show state education policy and budgetary experience while accepting a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work background.
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Environment
An extreme heat watch is in effect today in Pensacola from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT as heat index values are expected to reach 115 (following a heat advisory issued on Monday for the western Panhandle).
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Sports
On Sunday near Dallas, Pensacola Football Club secured a 1-0 win in extra time with a penalty kick to clinch the national championship.
The team celebrates today at Seville Quarter downtown where fans can meet the players.
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Accidents
After a shrimp boat caught fire and sank over the weekend, crews today contained diesel fuel in Pensacola Bay using hard booms — they are monitoring for extra oil as the investigation goes on.
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Pensacola Events
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.