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Pensacola
Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ ServisMed LLC pleaded guilty to federal charges for illegally distributing unregistered pesticides during the COVID-19 pandemic—exploiting public fear at its South Palafox Street address and planning exports to Jordan and Saudi Arabia—which led to fines, restitution and the company’s dissolution. Rick's Blog
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Barrancas is open to visitors only once a month through August — Gulf Islands National Seashore cut its schedule from five days to one — and after August it will be closed except for those who can view only the exterior of the Advanced Redoubt. Pensacola News Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Levin Papantonio is offering free legal classes on Monday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. starting September 8th at the Sanders Beach—Corinne Jones Resource Center where Pensacola residents can learn about their legal rights and earn a Certificate of Completion by attending all sessions. WEAR-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola applied for $15 million from Triumph Gulf Coast to fund a 58-acre rail-served inland port that will free up crowded space at the downtown seaport, Mayor Reeves said. The project, which will begin design and construction over the next 36 months, is expected to support local manufacturing and create about 334 jobs — offering a boost to the region's industrial capacity. WUWF
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Cat Country Radiothon raised $301,400 to fund life-saving brain tumor treatment technology at Studer Family Children’s Hospital—marking a regional first for the program. Rick's Blog
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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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Gary Allan Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating blend of country roots and rock and roll from Gary Allan.
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~ Winston Churchill
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