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Pensacola
Monday, October 6th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Developers submitted plans for a new Dutch Bros Coffee store at 6810 N. Davis Highway next to Ferry Pass Pentecostal Church that would replace the old Eyeglass World building with a 986-square-foot shop and an 18-space parking lot. If Escambia County approves the proposal, the project will add drive-through lanes that lead to Creighton Road and Sewell Street—improving access for drivers. Pensacola News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Seven Days Out gives Pensacola readers a guide to fall events in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties—offering zipline tours, pumpkin patches, live concerts, and food festivals from today through Sunday. This schedule brings a mix of outdoor fun, local shows, and family activities across the region. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ On Sept. 29, 2025, artists Eniko Ujj and Daniela de Castro Sucre painted a night sky mural on the ceiling of the Upper Room at the First United Methodist Church’s Consulate building in downtown Pensacola—showing stars and planets vividly—and church officials—who oversaw the project—commended the work. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce will host the Taste of the Beach Festival from Oct. 9 to Oct. 11 featuring a Coastal Sunset Cruise with Chef Julio on Oct. 9, VIP Trolley Dinners on Oct. 10, and a free festival at Casino Beach on Oct. 11 that offers small plates from 15 local restaurants and family activities. The event introduces a food critic option and a post-festival Sound Bites concert—tickets for select experiences start at $125. Pensacola News Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Pensacola News Journal partnered with high schools in Escambia and Santa Rosa to name the Student of the Week for Sept. 29-Oct. 3—Pine Forest High School’s Ka’javian Pettway won with 32.84% of the vote over runner-up Bailey Parden. A new week of voting will start on Oct. 7. Pensacola News Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Thirty years ago, Hurricane Opal hit near Pensacola and brought a catastrophic storm surge that killed 9 people and caused $3 billion in damage—setting the benchmark for hurricanes until Michael struck in 2018. FOX 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Escambia County wrote off nearly $18M in unpaid EMS bills mostly owed by uninsured patients who often used 911 for non-emergencies. County officials are partnering with Pensacola hospitals to identify frequent flyers and reduce non-urgent ambulance use—freeing emergency resources for true emergencies. Pensacola News Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tyler, a Pensacola native and Tate High School graduate, opened True REST Float Spa on Nine Mile Road to help busy parents relieve stress by floating in a 30% salt solution that eases tension and pain—he also offers free sessions for veterans, first responders, and nurses on the 11th of every month. His journey from personal struggles with depression to creating a local hub for mental health and self-care marks a significant effort to bring calm to the community. Local Pulse
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developer Christopher Ferrara will meet with county officials on Oct 7 to present plans for 92 ground-level condominiums on his 23-acre Navarre Beach property; the new proposal replaces earlier ideas for an RV park and includes amenities like a pool, dog park, and tot lot. Pensacola News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Week 7 of high school football in the Pensacola area produced standout performances as West Florida's Xavier Finley accounted for over 250 total yards and two touchdowns in a win over Gulf Breeze, while Booker T. Washington's Da’Sean Bohanan ran for 155 yards and a touchdown during the Mayor’s Bowl—other key players from local teams also made important plays on Friday night. Pensacola News Journal
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Megan Knight at Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival 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.
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Mo Pitney Live at Native Cafe
7-11 p.m. — Native Cafe — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartfelt country sounds of Mo Pitney at this enchanting Pensacola Beach festival.
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Every Step Counts 5K Run/Walk
1-4 p.m. — 219 E Garden St, Pensacola — Registration fee applies — Participate in a fun run/walk to promote mental health awareness and support Lakeview Center.
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Pensacola Half Marathon & 5k
7 a.m. — Blue Wahoos Stadium — Check website for entry fees — Experience a scenic run highlighting the beautiful views of Pensacola.
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The Longest Table Fundraiser
2:30-5:30 p.m. — Bayview Park — $50 per person — Enjoy a unique dining experience with Southern hospitality, delicious food, and live music all to benefit the Gulf Coast Kids House.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled.
~ Les Brown
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