Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Brownsville Library opened on Aug 21 at 3300 W.
DeSoto St—an 8,000-square-foot space with over 5,000 books, a cafe, and areas for senior and children programs that now honors local Black leaders with window decals and laminated bookmarks. The new library, built in a former meeting space once used by the Klan, is part of a county effort to revitalize Brownsville.
Mugshots Grill & Bar closed its Pace location and will soon move back to its original space at 4781 Bayou Blvd in the Cordova Mall area of Pensacola.
The restaurant, known for its famous burger & lively sports vibe, announced the move on social media.
Florida Highway Patrol arrested 200 people for federal immigration violations in the Panhandle during a four-day operation that began on August 22—officials said the number may rise as 45 state and 20 federal officers work across several counties.
Pensacola man Joshua Dean Hardy, 26, was indicted Aug 22 by a federal grand jury for possessing two silencers without serial numbers and a gun with an obliterated serial number under the National Firearms Act (he will be arraigned Aug 28 and could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted).
A Pensacola babysitter, 23-year-old Damond Bailey, was arrested in Milton on two counts of aggravated child abuse after allegedly inflicting severe injuries on two 4-year-olds with special needs—including a bleeding eye, torn lip, and broken blood vessels—on Aug.
22nd, and he now remains in jail on a $5,000 bond.
Pensacola State College and UWF plan a Clean Lab Technology program—which may attract semiconductor and pharmaceutical companies—to create jobs that pay over $100,000 a year.
The schools are seeking job growth grants and will renovate a facility to start the program if funding is secured next year.
University of West Florida archaeologists have released a new children's book titled Luna the Cat that is based on real archaeological findings from the 1559 Luna shipwreck in Pensacola Bay—designed for kids ages 8-12 with accompanying lesson plans for teachers.
The book, part of the Tales from the Trowel series, builds on local history to engage young readers.
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.
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.
Bulls on the Beach
September 4-6 — Flora-Bama — Admission required — Experience three nights of thrilling rodeo action with professional bull riders.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Gulf Coast Summer Fest
1-2:30 p.m. — Vince J. Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park — Ticket required — Experience the sensational guitar stylings of Blake Aaron, a contemporary jazz gem.
Gulf Coast Summer Fest - Sunday
1-2:30 p.m. — Sanders Beach-Corinne Jones Resource Center — Check the website for ticket prices — Experience the genius of guitarist Blake Aaron as he hits the Contemporary Jazz scene.
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