Daily editionMonday, August 24th, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of August.
Business
Sweet Blessing Cafe opened on Aug. 23 in Savoy Marketplace, offering customizable bowls, homemade empanadas, and a case of desserts to the Belmont-DeVilliers community.
The family-owned restaurant is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (it also supplies treats for Blue Wahoos games).
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Pensacola's Ransley Station has begun opening with lodging, dining, healthcare, and fuel services available.
More businesses will open soon, making it a key stop for local residents.
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Kids Foot Locker in Pensacola features back-to-school sneakers such as adidas Samba plus Jordan Retro 5, with special deals available until Sept. 7 to help families get ready for the school year.
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Environment
Florida residents will see a partial lunar eclipse on Aug. 27-28 with about 93% of the moon under Earth's shadow.
Viewers should find dark areas and clear skies starting at 10:33 p.m. to catch the moon's coppery tint (best away from city lights).
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The National Hurricane Center is tracking a tropical wave off Africa that may develop into a tropical depression later this week, urging Pensacola residents to prepare for the season; impacts on Florida remain uncertain.
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Lifestyle
USA TODAY Shopping has released a list of ten tailgating essentials including coolers, portable grills and chairs for local fans gearing up for game day.
The guide highlights top brands like Yeti and Stanley and helps Pensacola residents prepare for football season.
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Real Estate
Demolition crews began dismantling rides and slides at Pensacola’s former amusement park on Aug. 18 at 6709 Pensacola Blvd after Destiny Worship Center purchased the property for $2.75M.
The church also bought the adjacent AMC Classic theater for $6M, with no plans announced.
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