Daily editionWednesday, August 13th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
Community
Gulf Breeze Will Do, a women’s philanthropic group, has opened its 2025 grant cycle for local nonprofits, schools and community groups serving areas with zip codes 32561 and 32563; applications are accepted until September 8—grant recipients will be named in November.
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Environment
Tropical Storm Erin stayed a tropical storm with little change expected for the next 72 hours but could turn into a hurricane by Thursday and a major one by Sunday as it moves west-northwest—Florida residents should keep an eye on weather updates.
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Government
Florida’s Department of Government Efficiency will audit Pensacola on August 18-19 to find waste in government spending as part of Governor DeSantis’s plan, and three reasons—including the mayor’s support of a governor candidate, pushback over trustee picks, and a social media comment by Rep Salzman—have raised questions about why the small city is being targeted.
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Lifestyle
Gulf Breeze's new Alice Mama Thai Cafe is open at 4104 Gulf Breeze Parkway and serves traditional Thai dishes like Kao Soi curry and papaya salad in a cozy setting—its owners named it after their daughter to honor family recipes from Northern Thailand.
The restaurant is open Monday through Friday and on Sundays and hopes to become a local favorite for those seeking homemade Thai flavor.
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Accidents
A fisherman was attacked by an 8-foot shark on Aug. 2 off Pensacola while spearfishing as his friends quickly made a tourniquet (using a t-shirt, speargun band, and fillet knife) and responders from Naval Air Station Pensacola and Escambia County Fire Rescue helped him.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Bulls on the Beach
Thursday, September 4th, 2025 · September 4-6 — Flora-Bama — Admission required — Experience three nights of thrilling rodeo action with professional bull riders.
Emerald Coast Beer Festival
Friday, September 5th, 2025 · 4:30-6 p.m. — Seville Quarter — Tickets required — Celebrate the 29th year of craft beer tasting with over 200 brews and live music.
Steven Ho Live
Saturday, September 6th, 2025 · 6-7:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Tickets from $64 — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Steven Ho in a prime venue.