Wednesday, September 10th, 2025

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Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Three Pensacola restaurants received high inspection violations during Sept. 1–7 by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation—Jimmy John's had four citations including an expired license, while Sabine Sandbar and Grill and Moe’s Southwest Grill were noted for food safety issues, and 12 restaurants passed with no violations. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Target released limited-edition Halloween-themed Stanley Quencher tumblers on Sept. 7, selling in three colors and two sizes at prices from $40 to $50. Pensacola shoppers can buy them at local Target stores — a move that has sparked high demand on social media. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Pensacola International Airport is one of 20 nominees for the Best Small Airport award in USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards 2025; residents and visitors can vote once per day per device until October 6 at 11:59 a.m. EDT — winners will be announced on October 15 at noon. WEAR-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola residents Salvatore John Carpanzano, 66, and Heather Gayle Fisher, 54, were indicted today in federal court on charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering in a multi-year scheme that defrauded victims of millions — their trial is scheduled for October 20 at 8:30 a.m. WEAR-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At the Pensacola basilica, a Vatican exhibit honoring Carlo Acutis, the first millennial saint canonized last weekend, opened yesterday for visitors to view panels on Eucharistic miracles that show how bread transformed during Mass—an inspiring tribute to his youthful faith. WUWF
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola News Journal is partnering with local high schools in Escambia and Santa Rosa to launch a weekly Student of the Week poll that features six top candidates nominated by school officials. The poll (posted Tuesday) will close (at noon on Friday) as readers choose their top student. Pensacola News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Twenty months after unveiling his '24 for '24' plan, Mayor Reeves has completed key projects like the council chambers refresh and the digital code enforcement system. Affordable housing, low barrier shelter leases, and the Bayfront/SUN Trail remain in progress—city leaders will vote on shelter leases and hold a code amendment hearing on Sept. 11. Rick's Blog
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Rural Florida communities have a big shortage of pediatricians, which means many families must drive far for care. In Century, Dr. Marian Stewart sees up to 25 kids a day—local officials say low pay and state policies make it hard to keep more pediatricians in the area. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Bernard Stewart contracted Vibrio vulnificus while swimming at Big Lagoon State Park in 2019 and underwent over 10 surgeries, a coma, and months in the hospital before recovering. Stewart and his wife drove to Panama City to meet local man Ben West who is still fighting the infection at Ascension Sacred Heart Bay — they share their story to raise awareness about the naturally occurring bacteria in warm, brackish waters. FOX 10
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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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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.
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Mariachi Herencia De Mexico Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of traditional mariachi music rooted in Mexican culture.
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