Daily editionSunday, September 28th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.
Community
Two weeks ago, when longtime Shrimp Basket customer Charlie Hicks missed his regular gumbo visits, staff called his home and brought his meal; cook Donell Stallworth then went to his Warrington apartment—where he found Hicks collapsed with broken ribs and dehydration—and called 911. EMS transported him to Baptist Hospital, where he received treatment before moving to a rehab facility.
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Bellview East residents who have received a postcard will take part in a free neighborhood cleanup on Oct. 1 to dispose of household items like old furniture, appliances, and hazardous waste—items must be set at the curb by 7 a.m. to be collected in the designated area.
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Saturday marked day two of the Pensacola Seafood Festival after a court ruling allowed open carry — police and organizers said security was maintained as no openly carried guns were seen, while some people shared mixed views on gun presence.
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Waldo’s Chicken and Beer will replace Tu-Do Vietnamese on Davis Highway as Vision Construction renovates the space for a December opening while Mayor D.C. Reeves and Rep. Alex Andrade remain at odds over the city’s lobbying efforts.
Marie Pokrant had trouble getting a COVID-19 vaccine in Mobile, and growing pickleball interest and conceptual plans for a new Maritime Park project — which could add a grocery store and indoor skydiving — reflect shifting local trends.
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Collectors attended the Cards on the Coast Sports Card and TCG Show on Saturday, Sept. 27 at Sanders Beach Corrine Jones Resource Center, where they saw sports cards, collectible trading card games, and enjoyed food trucks — the event offered a variety of items for enthusiasts.
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Culture
The Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival will run from Sept. 30 through Oct. 12 and feature 144 songwriters from local venues and national acts—organizer Reneda Cross said the event will include music workshops with local schools and raise funds for nonprofits.
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Pensacola hosts a week of diverse events with live music, festivals, and outdoor adventures such as zipline tours in Milton, comedy shows downtown, and pumpkin patches — the schedule runs from today through Oct. 5 to offer options for every interest.
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Pensacola embraces the spooky season with the musical Jekyll & Hyde at the Pensacola Little Theatre, which debuted Sept. 19 and will run until Oct. 5—starring Gavin Parmley and directed by Topher Warren.
Local ghost tours like those at St. John's Cemetery and the Museum of Shadows let visitors explore centuries-old legends and haunted history.
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Government
BCC posted the meeting schedule for Sept. 29–Oct. 3, showing sessions on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at venues like CO:LAB, the Escambia County Central Office Complex and the Ernie Lee Magaha Government Building; the meetings will be broadcast live on local TV and online.
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County commissioners voted 3—1 on September 25 to deny William Coots' request to change his two-acre parcel on the 6100 block of Gulf Breeze Parkway from residential to highway commercial development because he did not show a clear plan—Commissioner Rhett Rowell said he was worried the change could bring issues under the state’s Live Local Act.
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Lifestyle
Starting Saturday, families in the area can enjoy fall fun at Holland Farms and Sweet Season Farms where they offer hayrides—pick pumpkins, ride a train, explore corn mazes, and taste free boiled peanuts at Holland Farms while Sweet Season Farms features extra activities including a corn maze and farm rides.
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Sports
Week 6 of local high school football saw teams claim wins as Escambia, with a tough defense that forced five turnovers, beat Booker T. Washington 22-3 and Tate edged Navarre 29-26 with a late touchdown run—Mosley, Niceville, Bay and Pensacola Catholic also posted strong results.
Upcoming games include Pensacola hosting Booker T. Washington on Oct 3.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Megan Knight at Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival 2025
Thursday, October 9th, 2025 · 5-11 p.m. — Pensacola, FL — Visit website for ticket pricing — Experience the raw storytelling of Megan Knight, a rising star in country music.
Mo Pitney Live at Native Cafe
Friday, October 10th, 2025 · 7-11 p.m. — Native Cafe — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartfelt country sounds of Mo Pitney at this enchanting Pensacola Beach festival.
Chowan Hawks at West Florida Argonauts Football
Saturday, October 11th, 2025 · 3:00 – 4:30 PM — PenAir Field — Tickets required — Cheer on the UWF Football team as they face off against Chowan in an exciting matchup.