Daily editionSunday, August 17th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
Community
On Saturday, Pensacola residents gathered at Hollis T. Williams Park during the two-day Party in the Park event where live music, games, and mural painting engaged families and neighbors.
City officials said the celebration supported a 20-year vision for park upgrades—collecting community feedback with surveys.
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WSRE held an open house on Saturday—after federal and state cuts removed $1.5 million and $370,000 from its budget—and many locals showed up to support the station, which costs about $5 million a year and still had enough funds to finish this year’s programs.
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Culture
O’Riley’s eighth annual Bartender Championship will take place at O’Riley’s Irish Pub on Aug. 24 at 2:30 p.m.—12 mixologists will craft unique cocktails using a given spirit and secret ingredient for prizes and a chance to feature their drink on the menu.
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Education
UWF trustees held meetings last Thursday and agreed to drop the astronomy course Life in the Universe from general education to make it an elective in the 2026-2027 academic year—citing concerns that the course might challenge some evangelical beliefs.
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Government
On August 16th, Mayor D.C. Reeves said Pensacola’s opt‑in curbside recycling service reached 2,700 households — about 13% participation — and gathered 42,000 pounds of clean recyclables, surpassing its 10% target for the first month.
City officials planned to continue outreach and work to lower contamination in future collections.
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Sports
Voters in Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties can cast their vote for the top volleyball player in the 2025 season — the poll does not affect official awards and will close on Aug. 23 at 11 a.m.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Eazybaked Music Event
Friday, September 12th, 2025 · 7-8:30 p.m. — Laguna's Beach Bar + Grill — Entry details TBA — Catch EAZYBAKED and friends bringing the beats to Pensacola Beach!
Black Jacket Symphony - The Era of Yacht Rock
Saturday, September 13th, 2025 · 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.