Daily editionMonday, October 20th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of October.
Community
Today, the Pensacola Interstate Fair will be open from 4 to 11 p.m. with $5 off unlimited ride wristbands and $7 tickets for first responders and teachers—Rodney Atkins will perform at 7:30 p.m. on the Pepsi Open Air Stage.
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PNJ food reporter Brittany Misencik visited the 90th Annual Pensacola Interstate Fair and found that it features unique foods — dessert tacos and honeybun burgers — that give fairgoers a fresh taste experience.
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On Oct. 19, visitors enjoyed rides and a sea lion show at the Pensacola Interstate Fair—held at the fairgrounds under bright skies.
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Business
Pensacola Beach bars can now extend their season after the Santa Rosa Island Authority removed the seasonal permit that once forced Sneaky Tiki Bar, Shaka Bar and Casino Beach Bar to close at the end of October—executive director Mike Burns said the change allows owners to set their own schedules and support local jobs.
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Developers proposed a 7,500-square-foot building on lot two at Blue Angel Station that would include a medical office, a build-to-suit unit, and a quick-service restaurant with a drive-through—this updated plan, submitted on October 10, is awaiting county review.
The new building is part of a project to turn a 19-acre site into a commercial subdivision that already includes a Wawa under construction and a Taco Bell being built.
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Culture
The Seven Days Out guide lists upcoming events in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties that feature outdoor adventures, family activities and live music performances scheduled from Oct. 10 through Oct. 26 — including fall zipline tours, pumpkin patches, Halloween markets, Hadji Haunted House fundraisers, the Pensacola Interstate Fair and a ballet production of Cinderella.
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Education
Chloee Roberson of Escambia High School was named Student of the Week for Oct. 13-17 after earning 39.64% of the vote—runner-up Caroline Smith received 26.41%, and voting for the next week will start Tuesday, Oct. 21.
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Government
The Pensacola Sheriff's Office settled with a Milton man pulled from his home+ fines have begun for Warrington Checkers for code violations while local beach bars have extended their season.
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Sports
On Oct. 18, Florida State and Mississippi State played a two-game fall baseball exhibition at Blue Wahoos Stadium that ended with Mississippi State winning Game 1 4-1 and Florida State winning Game 2 5-2 with a key hit by Kelvyn Paulino Jr.—the sellout crowd included 28 MLB scouts—showing strong local support. The event marked the unofficial debut for new Mississippi State coach Brian O’Connor and demonstrated competitive play despite strong winds from the Gulf.
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Week 9 high school football games in the Pensacola area saw standout plays as Tate’s Tanner Clark ran for 148 yards and scored three touchdowns to help his team win 24-21—other players from Pace and Navarre also posted strong stats in their games.
These performances could affect upcoming matchups as teams build on their successes.
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Florida Power & Light closed the PNJ poll for Week 9 girls’ athlete at 11 a.m. Saturday, asking readers to vote for nominees in cross country, golf, swimming, or volleyball.
Winners were announced today and will win a PNJ shirt by BSN SPORTS — Pensacola Christian athletes swept both polls last week.
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Florida Power & Light’s PNJ Boys Athlete of the Week poll for Oct. 13th to 18th received over 62,000 votes last week with nominees from cross country, golf, football and swimming including local athletes like Brody Bruce and Brandon Carney.
Voting closed at 11 a.m. Saturday — winners were announced Monday.
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Pensacola Events
D. Scott Riggs Live Performance
Thursday, October 23rd, 2025 · 6-10 p.m. — Five Sisters Blues Cafe — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy the soulful sounds of Gulf Coast musician D. Scott Riggs blending Delta, Piedmont, and Country Blues.
Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Friday, October 24th, 2025 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — First United Methodist Church — Not specified — Immerse yourself in a spine-chilling musical experience featuring Halloween classics performed by candlelight.
World Ballet Company - Cinderella
Saturday, October 25th, 2025 · 6-7:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting tale of Cinderella brought to life by the World Ballet Company.
Jessie Ritter Live Performance
Sunday, October 26th, 2025 · 12-4 p.m. — Flounder's Chowder House — Free show — Enjoy heartfelt country-pop tunes by Jessie Ritter in a family-friendly setting.
Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen
Monday, October 27th, 2025 · 7:00-8:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Check event page for pricing — Experience the powerful fusion of folk, blues, country, and rock n roll from Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen.
Matisyahu Concert
Tuesday, October 28th, 2025 · 6-7:30 p.m. — Vinyl Music Hall — $66-$132 — Catch Matisyahu live with last-minute tickets available for an electrifying concert experience.
Nekrogoblikon Concert
Wednesday, October 29th, 2025 · 2-5 p.m. — Vinyl Music Hall — Tickets starting at $52 — Experience a high-energy performance from the eccentric metal band Nekrogoblikon.
Cain Live in Concert
Thursday, October 30th, 2025 · 6-7:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Tickets from $30 — Enjoy an electrifying live performance by Cain at this historic venue.
Halloween Costume Contest
Friday, October 31st, 2025 · 6 p.m. — Flora-Bama — Contest entry fee varies — Show off your creativity and compete for prizes in a festive Halloween atmosphere.
Macon Mayhem vs Pensacola Ice Flyers
Saturday, November 1st, 2025 · 6:05-7:35 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — Streaming available — Watch an exciting hockey showdown between two rivals in this anticipated match.