Daily editionSunday, September 21st, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 21st of September.
Culture
The Gulf Coast Jazz Festival is wrapping up today in Pensacola—organizers fear it may end permanently after the Escambia Tourist Development Council rejected a $250,000 funding request in August.
Supporters hope county commissioners will provide funds to secure the future of the smooth jazz event.
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Historic Pensacola spans 8 1/2 acres and includes 30 properties, 12 open to the public, where visitors explore local history through diverse architecture and artifacts—Historic House Tours run Tuesday through Saturday at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m., featuring stops at Lavalle House and Old Christ Church.
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Environment
Escambia County Waste Services announced that household hazardous waste drop-off will move to a new site inside Perdido Landfill on Oct. 6 — residents should follow county guidelines for proper disposal.
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Government
The last flight of the TH-57 Sea Ranger landed at the National Naval Aviation Museum flightline on Sept. 19 — marking the end of its 57-year service as the primary training aircraft for the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.
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An appeals court ruling struck down the state ban on openly carrying firearms and has created legal confusion because existing laws ban concealed guns in places such as jails, bars and police stations—restrictions that may not apply to open carry.
Law enforcement and lawmakers are reviewing the issues and will revise the rules during the January legislative session.
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Health
During National Suicide Prevention Month, local churches, schools, workplaces and civic groups are teaming up to offer crisis intervention and counseling services through mobile teams and support units—NWF Health Network coordinates these efforts across the Panhandle to help lower the risk of suicide.
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Lifestyle
Pensacola restaurants will celebrate National Key Lime Pie Day on Sept. 26—offering a tangy dessert at six stops including Flounder's Chowder House, The Grand Marlin, Oar House, Chrisoula's Cheesecake Shoppe, The Fish House and Atlas Oyster House, and Craft Gourmet Bakery.
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Sports
On Sept. 19, Tate football lost starting quarterback Miles Delarosa to a hamstring injury, and Tanner Clark stepped in to lead two touchdown drives for a 27-7 win over West Florida at Pete Gindl Stadium—drawing a large homecoming crowd.
Several local teams, including Milton, Pensacola Catholic, and Booker T Washington, also secured key wins as they set the stage for upcoming district matchups.
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On September 19th, Tate football beat West Florida 27-7—pulling ahead in the second half to secure the win.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Lauren Mascitti at the Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival 2025
Tuesday, September 30th, 2025 · 7-11 p.m. — Pensacola Beach — Ticket info TBD — Celebrate the expansion of the Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival with live performances from talented artists.
Blippi: Join the Band Tour
Wednesday, October 1st, 2025 · 5-6:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Tickets available — Make music with Blippi and friends in a lively live performance for kids.
JAMES ADKINS: RadioLive Performance
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025 · 12-4 p.m. — Radio Live! — Free entry — Experience an intimate live performance in a cozy downtown venue with exceptional acoustics.
The Bennett Hall Band: Let Freedom Sing
Friday, October 3rd, 2025 · 12:30-4:30 p.m. — Hellcat Hangar — $20/ADV $25 DOOR — Enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks while rocking out to live music.
Live Music with The Bennett Hall Band
Saturday, October 4th, 2025 · 7-11 p.m. — Oyster Bay Boutique Hotel — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of live performances featuring The Bennett Hall Band and more.
Kristian Stanfill: Grace & Glory Tour
Sunday, October 5th, 2025 · 7-11 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience uplifting worship music with Kristian Stanfill from Passion City Church.
Jessey Adams at Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival 2025
Monday, October 6th, 2025 · 5-11 p.m. — Bamboo Willie's Beachside Bar — Free entry — Experience the soulful sounds of outlaw and traditional country music from singer/songwriter Jessey Adams.