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Blue Angel jet No. 3 did not fly at Pensacola Beach Air Show due to a proactive safety review after a low pass on July 15 — pilot Lt. Chris Houben said he miscalculated his turn and will return in future air shows.

A Pace toddler nearly drowned on June 13 when she slipped getting her toy in a grandparents pool; her father quickly performed CPR and rushed her to a freestanding emergency room (recently opened) where swift treatment stabilized her.

Lennys Grill & Subs held its grand opening downtown yesterday at 96 E.

Garden St, marking its return after a decade and adding a late-night walk-up window from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. to serve both daytime workers and nightlife visitors.

Escambia County’s kindergarten readiness fell from nearly 50% to 36% in 2025, prompting the Children’s Trust board to issue a $3.5 million RFP for its Bright Beginnings program (aimed at boosting early learning).

If successful, the program may help reverse the decline.

After Tropical Storm Bertha passed, less than half of the 40 sea turtle nests counted on Pensacola Beach & Perdido Key before the storm remained intact.

After Tropical Storm Bertha brushed Pensacola Beach on July 21, one sea turtle nesting site was lost to high surf while hatchlings were moved to Gulfarium for care (FWC will plan their release) as calmer seas return.

A $1.2 million sidewalk upgrade project funded by city and state dollars will begin on Aug.

10 to improve pedestrian safety and connectivity on Pensacola’s westside near Global Learning Academy and Legion Field Park; the work is expected to take about 10 months.

A four-year-old Pace girl returned to Ascension Sacred Heart Emergency Department to thank the staff who saved her life, marking a touching moment for both the medical team and the community.

The Florida Department of Health reported 254 cyclospora cases across 39 counties, up from 158 last week, with several counties reporting cases for the first time.

Officials have linked the rise to recalled Taylor Farms lettuce and advise residents to wash or cook produce to reduce risk.

Several food products sold in Florida are under recall due to potential contamination and undeclared allergens.

Recalled items include frozen blueberries (recalled July 6) from Publix, enoki mushrooms distributed to local wholesalers, sunflower seeds, and a dietary supplement from Relay Peak Research (Zen Principle Naturals), with no reported illnesses.

Pensacola FC won its first men's national title by beating Iron Rose FC 1-0 in extra time at Denton, Texas on Sunday.

The win puts the club in the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup and supports talks with the city about adapting Blue Wahoo Stadium for future USL Soccer play.

The University of West Florida unveiled its 2026 to 2027 men's basketball schedule with a Dec.

13 home game against Navy in Pensacola, offering $200 season tickets and enhanced game day experiences at the Field House.

Pensacola Unplugged Songwriter Showcase

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Studer Community Institute — Free entry — Experience an evening of raw talent and intimate acoustic performances from local songwriters.