Monday, October 21st, 2024

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Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Farm, a produce market in Pensacola, offers a wide selection of fresh and local produce, including unique items like black garlic and pink pineapples, strengthening the community's access to diverse and healthy food options. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Visitors enjoyed rides at the Pensacola Interstate Fair on Sunday, October 20, 2024. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ The Pensacola News Journal highlights key local developments including the start of early voting in Florida for the 2024 U.S. presidential election, the growing popularity of soul food restaurants in Pensacola, expansion plans of franchises like Costco and Del Taco in the region, a proposed ban on public camping in Escambia County, and a $1.7 million investment in the Cobb Resource Center. Pensacola News Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A watercraft accident at Bob Sikes Bridge in Pensacola Beach resulted in one person being airlifted to the hospital under a trauma alert. WEAR-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola's historical sites and tales, including the 'Goon of Guillemard Street,' are highlighted for their haunted legends and ghost stories, enriching its cultural heritage. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ A compendium of entertainment events such as zipline tours, pumpkin patches, concerts by Mannequin P**** and the Marshall Tucker Band, and the Hot Diggity Dogs Fest is available for Escambia and Santa Rosa counties from September through November. Pensacola News Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sanaia Brianne Lewis from Booker T. Washington High School wins this week's Escambia and Santa Rosa County High School Student of the Week with 48.83% of the vote. Pensacola News Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Erosion endangers a Pensacola Beach neighborhood, while the area's haunted history is highlighted. Pensacola News Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ashlee Hofberger, motivated by a personal emergency response ordeal, and Ron Helms, highlighting his passion for public service and fiscal conservatism, are competing for the Escambia County Commission District 4 seat, addressing key issues like public safety efficiency, and economic and community development. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ The Pensacola Police Department is planning to acquire a new, state-of-the-art $840K mobile command center funded partly by a Homeland Security grant and confiscated funds, to enhance disaster and emergency response. Pensacola News Journal
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Celtic Thunder Concert
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Marshall Tucker Band Live at Saenger Theatre
Experience the iconic sounds of The Marshall Tucker Band live at the Saenger Theatre in Pensacola.
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Best Marriage Ever Course
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Halloween Pet Photo Event at Tractor Supply
Capture the spirit of Halloween by bringing your pets for festive photo opportunities at Tractor Supply.
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October Coffee & Conversations Networking Event
Experience a vibrant gathering designed for young professionals to network, engage in insightful discussions, and enjoy a cup of coffee in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Christian Music Concerts in Pensacola, FL
Experience a night of uplifting performances at the Christian music concerts in Pensacola's Saenger Theatre.
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Celebrate 70 Years of Art at the Pensacola Museum of Art
Experience the Pensacola Museum of Art's 70th anniversary with engaging programs, an art-themed Halloween block party, and a variety of free activities that celebrate its rich cultural history.
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Florida Humanities Gathering: Pensacola
Explore the rich history and vibrant culture of Pensacola through engaging activities led by historians, artists, and local experts during a captivating weekend event.
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Run for Ali 5K in Pensacola
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The Undercovers Live in Concert
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