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Saturday, August 16th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Aug. 18, Krispy Kreme will launch its limited-edition Harry Potter: Houses of Hogwarts doughnut collection in Pensacola (each doughnut represents a Hogwarts house), and fans can taste the magic in stores for a short time. From Sept. 1 to Sept. 4, consumers can enter a contest to win a trip to Universal Studios in Hollywood or Orlando (contest rules apply). Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Costco’s plan for its first Pensacola store is still under review after the proposal was revised five times over the past year. The 172,580-square-foot store on East Nine Mile Road will include a tire center + a gas station, and Escambia County will decide on the project on Aug. 20. Pensacola News Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ DOH-Escambia issued a health alert for blue-green algae toxins in Admiral Mason Park Pond near Veterans’ Memorial Park after a water sample taken August 13th showed contamination—officials warn residents and visitors to avoid the water and advise that pets and livestock use alternative water sources—steps intended to protect health. Rick's Blog
- ➤ Tropical Storm Erin strengthened with winds of 70 mph and became a hurricane on Aug. 15; forecasters say it will intensify to a Category 4 storm with 130-mph winds within three days—dangerous surf and rip currents are expected along the coast. Pensacola News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola 12-year-old Tommy 'Gator' Boggs took part in the Air Force's Aviator for a Day program at Naval Air Station Pensacola on August 15—Staff Sgt. Zaquantai Sears and Maj. Jordan Allen guided his tour of an Air Force T-6 Texan II and outfitted him with flight gear. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ The SRIA board postponed its vote on a request by Dustin and Mandy Vaughn to install an iconic sailfish sign as art outside their store on Via de Luna Dr.—Board members said they needed more details on the sign’s design and build. The Vaughns will present updated plans at the Aug. 27th meeting to move the project forward. Pensacola News Journal
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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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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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Pensacola Labor Day Jazz Series with JJ Sansaverino
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Brownsville Community Center — Ticket prices may apply — Enjoy an evening of smooth jazz with renowned guitarist JJ Sansaverino.
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Bulls on the Beach
September 4-6 — Flora-Bama — Admission required — Experience three nights of thrilling rodeo action with professional bull riders.
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Shelby Kemp & The Galbraith Sisters Concert
8 p.m. – 2 a.m. — Handlebar — Tickets available — Experience Southern Roots and Rock from Hattiesburg and St. Pete as the road to Telluride Blues and Brews Fest begins.
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Steven Ho Live
6-7:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Tickets from $64 — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Steven Ho in a prime venue.
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Eazybaked Music Event
7-8:30 p.m. — Laguna's Beach Bar + Grill — Entry details TBA — Catch EAZYBAKED and friends bringing the beats to Pensacola Beach!
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Black Jacket Symphony - The Era of Yacht Rock
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience classic albums live with the Black Jacket Symphony’s Yacht Rock tribute.
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