Daily editionThursday, August 7th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
Culture
Pensacola’s Foo Foo Festival Committee has launched the 2025 website showing a 12-day schedule of immersive theatre, music, and art set to run from Oct 30—Nov 10.
Local organizations such as Pensacola Little Theatre and Pensacola State College are featured and can submit proposals by Oct 3 to become Friends of Foo as the festival’s lineup expands.
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NASA said that Jupiter and Venus will shine brightly in the east before sunrise this August, with the planets visible without special equipment and drawing closest on Aug. 11 and 12—spectators may see a crescent moon join after they separate on Aug. 19.
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Education
Most Florida schools will start classes on Monday, Aug 11 while a few counties will begin on Aug 12, 13, or 14, and state law prevents schools from opening before Aug 10—middle and high schools will not have later start times until July 1 next year.
Students have just a few days left of summer vacation before the new school year begins.
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Two UWF archaeologists turned their research on shipwreck discoveries into a children’s book series that begins with 'Luna the Cat'—a story inspired by real remains from the Emanuel Point shipwrecks near Pensacola.
The book, released in July, has gained praise and will be followed by a new installment about a donkey aiding in the Castillo de San Marcos later this year.
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Environment
Colorado State University updated its forecast for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season predicting 16 named storms, eight hurricanes, and three major hurricanes.
Forecasters said mixed signals create lower confidence in the prediction—Florida holds an 89% chance for a named storm tracking within 50 miles—and they urge residents to prepare.
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Accidents
An infant was flown to hospital Wednesday morning after being bitten by the family dog around 9:45 a.m. on the 6200 block of West Nine Mile Road—Escambia County EMS treated the child until Lifeflight arrived and Animal Welfare officers took the dog for rabies observation.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Rosie O’Grady’s Dueling Piano Show
Saturday, August 30th, 2025 · 8-11 p.m. — Rosie O'Grady's Inc — Reservations recommended — Experience a vibrant, interactive piano show with top talent and audience participation in Pensacola.
Dark Days Bright Nights 2025 Tour
Sunday, August 31st, 2025 · 4-10 p.m. — Bamboo Willie's Beachside Bar — Check out Edgewood Heavy's unique Rock N Soul sound as they deliver electrifying performances.