Good morning, Pensacola.

In 2025, Pensacola logged 10 fatal traffic crashes—the worst since 2021—with eight deaths from speeding and six on motorcycles, as three of the motorcycle crashes happened near 14th Avenue and Gregory Street by the new Pensacola Bay Bridge, and Mayor D.C.

Reeves said police and FDOT will work to boost safety.

Planet Fitness will open its new gym tomorrow at 312 E.

Nine Mile Road with updated facilities and recovery equipment while keeping the same staff from its previous club that closed on Aug. 27. A grand opening ceremony is planned for Sept. 15 and special membership offers are available from Sept. 2 until Sept. 12.

Pensacola’s red light camera program began in January and now averages about 97 citations a day.

Citation numbers dropped from 3,162 to 2,673 in June but rose in July—Mayor D.C. Reeves said the cameras catch clear safety violations that risk public safety.

Residents in Navarre oppose a road project that would use Leisure Street as a community access road and have signed a petition with over 1,300 signatures due to fears of heavy traffic, unsafe streets, and lower home values.

County commissioners have extended the public comment period and plan to propose an alternate route—one that local homeowners say will keep their neighborhood safe.

Escambia County commissioners will vote on Thursday on a $2 million plan to buy and demolish seven West Pensacola houses that face frequent flood damage.

If approved, the county will pay $500,000 while FEMA covers $1.5 million—demolition may begin as soon as next week.

The annual Krewe du YaYas One Stroke Closer to a Cure golf tournament will take place on October 10 at Scenic Hills Country Club to raise funds for the Keeping Abreast Foundation—this nonprofit helps fight breast cancer.

Teams of four will register at 11:00 a.m. with a 12:30 p.m. shotgun start—marking the tournament’s 21st year with contests and cash prizes.

Fall has arrived in Pensacola as local calendars fill with haunted tours, concerts and seasonal festivals — from pumpkin patches to film screenings and art events.

Residents can plan a range of activities over the next three months that celebrate the season.

A local resident recalled his past adventures at Fort Barrancas and Navy Point, recounting how he and his peers once risked dangerous feats like bridge jumping while local landmarks such as the shopping center and theater have since disappeared — his stories reflect the changing nature of community recreation. Today, he shares these memories with his grandson to explain why safer play is now the norm.

The Blue Angels will practice four times in September in Pensacola on Sept 9, Sept 10 (with an autograph signing), Sept 16, and Sept 23.

People can watch the practice on the Museum Flight Line north of the National Naval Aviation Museum where it starts at 10:30 a.m. each day.

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.

Rose Bud Ramblers Concert

8 PM – 12 AM — Moonshine Saloon — Ticketed event — Enjoy the heartfelt sounds of traditional country and honky-tonk music from the Rose Bud Ramblers.

Pensacola Oktoberfest 2025

4-10 p.m. — Garden & Grain — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Oktoberfest with beer, food, and live music at the ultimate bar crawl experience.