Daily editionWednesday, October 1st, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
Community
Luxury homes and a boat marina are planned for the Barrancas neighborhood near the old Bayou Chico drawbridge— a 16-unit development will break ground Oct. 10— and the marina will offer up to 122 boat slips, a fine dining restaurant and a tiki bar to create a new destination.
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The Pensacola Interstate Fair returns for its 90th anniversary from Oct. 16 to 26 with a packed entertainment lineup featuring local and national acts — events include a lip sync battle, live music, contests, and animal exhibits.
The fair will also offer rides, food, and fun family activities such as a petting zoo, reptile exhibit and sea lion show.
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Fall is here in Pensacola as churches, nonprofits and farms open pumpkin patches—Lighthouse Church in Warrington offers 1,110 pumpkins with games and free stickers for kids, while Milton sites host hayrides and mazes through November and First City Art Center unveils over 5,000 handcrafted pumpkins on Oct. 4.
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The BlueAngels will practice five times in October—on the 15th, 21st, 22nd, 28th and 29th—with public viewing available at NAS Pensacola's designated area near the National Naval Aviation Museum, where gates open at 9:30 a.m. Officials said that if a spending deal had not been reached by Sept. 30, military leaders might have grounded the team similar to the shutdown in 2013.
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Business
The Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce held its 135th Annual Meeting last week at the Sanders Beach-Corrine Jones Resource Center and installed a new Board of Directors & Executive Committee for a two-year term.
Ildi Hosman of Landrum became the new chair & follows the legacy of Gwen Appelquist, the first female chair.
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Culture
The Art Gallery at UWF presents a faculty show for John Markowitz from Oct. 2 through Nov. 20 to honor the late art lecturer's legacy—faculty works show his impact on artistic journeys.
The exhibition is held in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Pensacola campus and is free to the public.
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Economy
A National Park Service report shows Gulf Islands National Seashore welcomed 7.8 million visitors in fiscal 2024, which brought $411 million in direct spending and $514 million in local benefits to the region.
The report shows that 69.1% of the visits occurred on the Florida side—boosting jobs and business in nearby communities.
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Finance
Pensacola credit unions — including Navy Federal, PenAir and Eglin Federal Credit Union — are preparing to help federal workers and military if a government shutdown occurs by offering 0% interest loans and payment deferments to avoid payday lenders.
Congressman Jimmy Patronis has urged lawmakers to reach an agreement before missed pay affects many.
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Government
Pensacola today launches new discount parking programs for residents that cut hourly fees to 50 cents and offer a $10 monthly permit for seniors—designed to ease downtown parking; other permits will also be available on a limited basis with proof of residency required.
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Lifestyle
Local husband-and-wife duo Mandy and Dustin Vaughn are reviving Tiffany’s on Pensacola Beach and plan to open by spring break—preserving its nostalgic charm and menu favorites that gave the eatery its community appeal.
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Real Estate
The City of Pensacola announced Monday that it acquired the old Baptist Hospital campus on E and Moreno Streets through a donation agreement with Baptist Health Care—an approximately 41-acre site seen as a key redevelopment opportunity in a historic neighborhood.
Demolition is expected to begin at the end of this year and finish in summer, paving the way for future redevelopment.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Pensacola Half Marathon & 5k
Sunday, October 12th, 2025 · 7 a.m. — Blue Wahoos Stadium — Check website for entry fees — Experience a scenic run highlighting the beautiful views of Pensacola.
Alestorm Concert in Pensacola
Tuesday, October 14th, 2025 · 2-7:30 p.m. — Vinyl Music Hall — $68+ — Celebrate the return of live music with Alestorm's energetic performance.