Daily editionThursday, September 4th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of September.
Business
Pensacola Hardware in downtown Pensacola, off Gregory Street, is a family-owned store that opened in 1851 and now sells both tools and house items to workers and homeowners.
The Coe family keeps the store strong—boosting support for local customers as it nears its 175th anniversary.
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Culture
WSRE announced its 16th season of StudioAmped—a free concert series—with artists including Grammy-winning Gary Nichols, Billy Droze, and The Burney Sisters performing at the Jean — Paul Amos Performance Studio at Pensacola State College.
The concerts will begin Oct. 3 at the Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival and continue on Oct. 6, Oct. 8, Oct. 14, Oct. 15 and Oct. 16, all starting at 7 p.m. with free admission and donations collected for Manna Food Pantries.
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Government
Former city council president Ann Hill announced on September 3 her bid for Pensacola mayor in 2026 and introduced The Ann Plan, which calls for free downtown parking and the reopening of Bay Bluffs Park—her plan also includes affordable housing and rebuilding the Malcolm Yonge Center as she becomes the first candidate in the race.
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Health
A Pensacola woman contracted Vibrio vulnificus on July 27 after swimming in Santa Rosa Sound with a small cut, and her case is among the 23 infections reported this year that have resulted in five deaths statewide—Florida health officials note the bacteria thrive in warm coastal waters and can cause rapid, severe illness.
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Sports
Pensacola native and boxing hall of famer Roy Jones Jr. announced on Wednesday that South Korean fighter Park Si-Hun handed over the 1988 Olympic gold medal—after a controversial match in Seoul—so the medal now rightly belongs to him.
The announcement follows years of dispute over the judges’ decision in the Olympic final.
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Pensacola Events
Emerald Coast Beer Festival
Friday, September 5th, 2025 · 4:30-6 p.m. — Seville Quarter — Tickets required — Celebrate the 29th year of craft beer tasting with over 200 brews and live music.
Steven Ho Live
Saturday, September 6th, 2025 · 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
Friday, September 12th, 2025 · 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
Saturday, September 13th, 2025 · 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
Thursday, September 18th, 2025 · 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
Saturday, September 20th, 2025 · 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.
Mariachi Herencia De Mexico Concert
Sunday, September 21st, 2025 · 6:30-8:00 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of traditional mariachi music rooted in Mexican culture.
Rose Bud Ramblers Concert
Friday, September 26th, 2025 · 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
Saturday, September 27th, 2025 · 4-10 p.m. — Garden & Grain — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Oktoberfest with beer, food, and live music at the ultimate bar crawl experience.
Pensacola Seafood Festival
Sunday, September 28th, 2025 · 5-11 PM — Seville Square — Free entry — Savor delicious seafood and enjoy live music in historic downtown Pensacola.