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Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Waterfront Mission launched Threads of Hope to help homeless Gulf Coast students get school clothes by offering Waterfront Thrift gift cards for use by local districts. A $50 gift card provides clothes for one child and funds 25 meals—supporting programs in Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Mobile and Baldwin counties—while the campaign aims to raise $15,000. Rick's Blog
- ➤ At the Fricker Center last Wednesday, Black community members voiced distrust after city officials sought input on a $9.5 million grant to improve local neighborhoods — they warned that the planned updates could lead to more gentrification and displacement, noting the loss of 5,034 residents since 2000. Rick's Blog
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Andrew Frisbie is the new general manager at Global Grill Tapas Bar & Restaurant on Palafox Street in Pensacola. The Navy veteran and longtime hospitality pro took over after Steve Balon retired and is now keeping the restaurant’s family culture and fine dining tradition alive — locals say his friendly style has already made a positive impact. Local Pulse
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three Pensacola family members—Devon Moore, Geanetta Powell and Katina Grimsley—face organized retail theft charges after police linked them to multiple thefts at Cordova Mall from March through early July, with Moore and Powell now held on bond while Grimsley remains free after a separate child support arrest. WEAR-TV
- ➤ Pensacola police are searching for Dennis Allen Jolly—71 years old with dementia and a wound on his left foot—who was last seen at Baptist Hospital ER on July 25th. WEAR-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Manny Diaz Jr. became UWF's interim president today after leaving his state job and shared a bold plan to improve classes, job training, sports and ties with the community—focusing on working with local colleges and study opportunities abroad. He said he will lead by visiting the campus and meeting with students and staff to help more students succeed. Local Pulse
- ➤ Local childcare providers face a funding gap after the state's budget cut removed over $2M from the Early Learning Coalition voucher program that supports 2,500 children in Pensacola. Executive Director Bruce Watson warned the cuts could force the program to drop between 300 and 500 children if funding is not restored — a move attributed to fiscal decisions by state lawmakers. WEAR-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Congressman Jimmy Patronis is fighting to keep the Blue Angels in Pensacola after his plan did not pass in Congress + his efforts helped secure money to repair hangars damaged by Hurricane Sally and will lead to new offices opening in August to answer local calls. Rick's Blog
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HARBOUR Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Handlebar — Ticket required — Experience the heartfelt storytelling of Abby Holliday through her captivating music.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jessie Ritter Live
12-6 p.m. — Flounder's Chowder House — Free show — Experience the heartfelt country-pop sounds of Nashville-based singer/songwriter Jessie Ritter.
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One More Time: A Tribute to Daft Punk
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.
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Argonaut 5K Run
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.
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