Daily editionMonday, September 21st, 2026
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of September.
Community
On Saturday, a Pensacola charter fishing group pulled a large drone from Gulf waters during a six-hour trip.
The unmanned craft may be an MQM-172 used by the military, though this is not yet confirmed.
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Business
Spirit Halloween has opened over 60 stores across Florida, including Pensacola, + the company plans to reach a record 1,575 locations this season.
Store hours vary and many locations close around 7 p.m. as Halloween nears.
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Culture
This week, Pensacola hosts diverse events—from the Senior Games to the Seafood Festival at Historic Seville Square and the Beach Brawl on Casino Beach—giving residents a mix of live music, fitness, and cultural activities through Sunday.
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The Pensacola Brick Convention brought together LEGO fans and professional artists at the Pensacola Fairgrounds on Sunday, Sept. 20.
Attendees met LEGO celebrities and engaged in live builds and creative workshops.
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Mahjong (a centuries-old tile game) is now a popular social activity among women in Pensacola as local venues such as Mahj Pensacola and Pink Mahj Palace host classes and open-play events; enthusiasts say the game builds community and connects generations.
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Education
George Stone Technical College held an engine lab on June 10 (their latest hands-on session) for Marine Services Technology students who tested outboard motors under the guidance of instructor (Stefan Schmidt).
The program boasts a 100% job placement record to train future marine service professionals.
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Environment
Meteorologists warn that a record El Niño winter could bring heavy rain + severe thunderstorms and possible tornadoes as water managers and farmers prepare for intense weather.
Local residents may see cooler temperatures affecting daily routines and agriculture.
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Government
Pensacola International Airport will begin a $113 million terminal project soon as officials issue a notice of intent next week + travelers may need to use overflow lots during construction that will add five new gates and expanded amenities.
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Health
A Pensacola mother who lost her son hosted the annual suicide awareness walk this past Saturday — the event brought together local groups to share mental health resources and encourage conversations about asking for help.
The walk was part of Suicide Prevention Month and reached many residents.
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