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Friday, August 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An 18-year-old Pensacola bicyclist was critically injured in a crash at the intersection of Olive Road and Charter Oaks Drive on August 6th at 12:45 p.m. when a 34-year-old Pensacola man driving a black sedan failed to yield the right of way and the injured cyclist was rushed to Sacred Heart Hospital. WEAR-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Calvin Thomas Jr., 30, and Satori Ashanti Keys, 45, both from Pensacola, were indicted on federal drug trafficking charges — including distribution of fentanyl, cocaine, and marijuana along with a firearm offense — and if convicted they could face a life sentence; they are set for arraignment on August 12th at 11 a.m. in federal court. Pensacola News Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Clifford Humphrey was named the University of West Florida’s vice president of strategic initiatives and chief of staff on Aug. 4 and will advise Interim President Manny Diaz Jr. to drive key projects and operations—he joins UWF from the Florida Department of Education. Pensacola News Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ More than 2,200 households have signed up for Pensacola's new recycling program and the city has collected 24,000 pounds of recyclables with a 6% contamination rate — a major improvement from earlier challenges with staffing and delayed pick-ups. Officials announced an education campaign will soon begin to help keep contamination low and boost recycling efforts. Pensacola News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NAS Pensacola banned two local businesses from serving military members, a move that has sparked discussion on balancing base security and community support. Local leaders and former task force members are considering if reviving the underage drinking task force—once a plan that helped guide new service members while protecting their careers—can help prevent future issues. Rick's Blog
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola Habitat for Humanity and Escambia County celebrated 15 new affordable home dedications this week; 14 were built through a county partnership and the final ceremony at 8:00 a.m. Thursday in the 3000 block of N 6th Avenue honored the first Community Land Trust homeowner—highlighting ongoing steps to tackle the affordable housing crisis. WUWF
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today at Five Flags Speedway, veteran demolition derby driver Chris Nielsen and his grandson Jack will compete as part of the Michles & Booth Back 2 School Bash for a $1,500 winner-take-all prize. Gates open at 5 p.m.—qualifying starts at 6:15 p.m. and racing begins at 8 p.m. Pensacola News Journal
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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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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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Rosie O’Grady’s Dueling Piano Show
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.
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