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Friday, September 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Four Winds International Market in Pensacola, located at 6895 N. Ninth Ave., is now owned by Devin and Jill Spencer who have updated the store by focusing on clean ingredients and new made-to-order meals + monthly wine tastings. The Spencers plan to expand the market to more Gulf Coast locations while preserving its decades-long tradition. Pensacola News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ H&O Cafe, a long-loved soul food diner in Pensacola, closed temporarily after a kitchen fire and is set to reopen in December. The restaurant is known for its all-day breakfast service and deep roots in local history. Pensacola News Journal
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Healthy Schools Escambia will expand free on-campus medical, dental, optometry care, tutoring and mental health services to about 900 students at Brentwood Elementary and West Pensacola Elementary starting Nov. 1—each school’s services will be tailored to its unique needs by community partners. The initiative, which already serves other local schools, is funded by the Children’s Trust and United Way partners to support students’ well-being and academic success. Pensacola News Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ AccuWeather revised its forecast on Sept. 11, saying the Atlantic hurricane season could bring 13 to 16 named storms, 6 to 9 hurricanes, and the same numbers for major hurricanes and direct U.S. impacts. Florida is at higher risk for impacts — experts warn warm Gulf waters could lead to rapid storm intensification if conditions are right. Pensacola News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Congressman Adam Putnam recalled his 9/11 experience aboard Air Force One as the plane flew low over Pensacola+ it lacked satellite links so it relied on local TV signals to track events and he interpreted President Bush’s remarks as key to the crisis response. Rick's Blog
- ➤ Escambia and Santa Rosa deputies and Pensacola Police will no longer enforce Florida’s open carry gun ban after a Wednesday court ruling said the law breaks the Second Amendment — the decision follows a 2022 Pensacola arrest for visibly carrying a gun. Gun owners can now choose to carry openly or conceal their weapons, though schools and government buildings remain off limits. WEAR-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new emergency room residency program has been announced at Ascension Sacred Heart in Pensacola in partnership with the FSU College of Medicine to address Florida's doctor shortage. The program will begin July 1 with 15 residents and will add 15 more each year until reaching 45—strengthening emergency care in the community. Rick's Blog
- ➤ Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola is now using a gamma knife—called the Esprit Model—to treat patients with trigeminal neuralgia, a condition that causes severe facial pain and often forces patients to travel from far away for relief, with many reporting fast improvement the next day. WEAR-TV
- ➤ Today, Baptist Health Care Foundation received a $47,440 donation from Scottish Rite Foundation of Florida to support speech and hearing services for uninsured children. The foundation has received a total of $950,000 from Scottish Rite over 27 years. Pensacola News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Blue Wahoos kick off their final 2025 season with a Chappie James bobblehead night at a 6:05 p.m. game as family members of the honored Pensacola native are recognized (a nod to his Air Force trailblazer legacy). On Saturday, the team will host a Blue Angels event and Sunday wraps up with Princess Day and a field baptism ceremony. Pensacola News Journal
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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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