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Monday, August 18th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday morning on Highway 29, a Florida Highway Patrol trooper who was investigating an earlier crash was injured when his cruiser was rear-ended by an SUV, and both he and the 36-year-old driver were taken to the hospital — criminal charges are pending. WEAR-TV
- ➤ A pickup truck was hit by a train Sunday morning at the crossing on East Nine Mile Road—just east of Highway 29 and North Palafox Street—and the driver was not seriously injured though the train's lead engine sustained damage. WEAR-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Seven Days Out offers a week-long guide to entertainment in our area starting today with live music at The Handlebar and Seville Quarter—highlighting top shows like the Bellamy Brothers at Saenger Theatre, Little Big Town at The Wharf Amphitheater, and a bartender championship at O’Riley’s Irish Pub. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Visitors at the Pensacola Historic Village in downtown Pensacola viewed old buildings — Old Christ Church, Lavalle House, and Dorr House — and learned about the city’s past from local guides. Pensacola News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At its Aug. 14 meeting, Pensacola City Council passed the stormwater tax (4-2 vote) despite strong objections over the fee calculation that raised rates by up to 70% for some property owners, leaving the city just one vote away from a $5.2 million funding shortfall. Council President Jared Moore has scheduled a workshop to update the assessment method before the Sept. 11 meeting. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Pensacola's 'Black Lives Matter' mural—painted in June 2020 and funded by activist Durrell Palmer—may be removed if the city fails to meet state law requirements following a June 30 FDOT memo that warns removal of politically themed street art is needed to avoid losing state funds. Mayor D.C. Reeves said the city will comply with state law even though no direct concerns have been raised by the FDOT district office. Pensacola News Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Waterfront Mission and Ministry Village at Olive received opioid abatement grants to expand transitional housing for substance abuse treatment; Waterfront Mission will spend nearly $400,000 to buy a house for eight men while Ministry Village at Olive plans to build a new 30-bed home for women. The funding gives people like Jordan Clay a chance to rebuild their lives—providing safe housing during recovery. Pensacola News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pensacola Senior Games 2025 will run from Sept. 5 to Sept. 19 at several Escambia County venues. Seniors aged 50 and older will compete in 23 sports such as archery, tennis, and disc golf, and winners will qualify for the Florida Senior Games while defending champion Cathy Vanderpol returns and may add a cornhole event—registration costs $15. Pensacola News Journal
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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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