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Pensacola
Monday, October 27th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Entrepreneur Ron Ladner, owner of Shaggy’s Restaurant on Pensacola Beach, released his memoir 'Shaggy’s Cheeseburgers' to share how he rebuilt his life after Hurricane Katrina by turning hardship into a community space where a simple cheeseburger brought hope & unity. The book offers a firsthand look at resilience and the power of gathering together after disaster. Local Pulse
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Developer George Hawthorne proposed to renovate the Grand Hotel into a 210-room upscale establishment but city officials rejected his financing proposal, leaving the project uncertain. Gov. DeSantis’ plan to use $40M in tax dollars to counter ballot measures while overhauling Pensacola State College met strong backlash from business leaders amid other local issues from last week. Rick's Blog
- ➤ About 1,000 staff from Naval Station Guantanamo were flown to NAS Pensacola late Saturday night because Hurricane Melissa Intensified prompted a non-mission essential movement and over 350 pets arrived for quarantine. Congressman Jimmy Patronis said the deployment might extend if the storm worsens—while the USO of Northwest Florida is collecting pet food donations today and on October 28 at American Legion Post #240. WEAR-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A 17-year-old from Gulf Breeze has been selected to compete at the Trampoline Gymnastics World Championships in Pamplona, Spain from November 6–9. West Fowler—one of 23 athletes chosen for the United States—received a send-off party Saturday at the studio where he practices. WEAR-TV
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Matisyahu Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — Vinyl Music Hall — $66-$132 — Catch Matisyahu live with last-minute tickets available for an electrifying concert experience.
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Nekrogoblikon Concert
2-5 p.m. — Vinyl Music Hall — Tickets starting at $52 — Experience a high-energy performance from the eccentric metal band Nekrogoblikon.
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Silverada Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Handlebar — Tickets available — Enjoy a thrilling night at The Handlebar with Silverada as part of the Unlit Matches Tour.
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Halloween Costume Contest
6 p.m. — Flora-Bama — Contest entry fee varies — Show off your creativity and compete for prizes in a festive Halloween atmosphere.
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Macon Mayhem vs Pensacola Ice Flyers
6:05-7:35 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — Streaming available — Watch an exciting hockey showdown between two rivals in this anticipated match.
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Color The Void Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Handlebar — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of Alt Rock, Indie Pop, and Emo music with local talent.
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Frank Brown International Songwriters' Festival
5 PM — Flora-Bama — See website for cost — Celebrate the legacy of Frank Brown with live music from talented songwriters.
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Pensacola Greek Festival
11 a.m. – 11:59 p.m. — Pensacola Greek Festival — Admission varies — Celebrate 65 years of Greek culture with traditional dances and delicious cuisine.
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Christmas Creations Holiday Market
4-8 PM — 6 E Wright St, Pensacola, FL — Free entry — Discover handmade treasures and unique holiday gifts from local artisans.
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Suerte Tequila Dinner
5:00-10:00 p.m. — Restaurant Iron — $125 + tax & gratuity — Experience a five-course meal paired with Suerte Tequila cocktails in a cozy Southern dining atmosphere.
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