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Pensacola
Monday, November 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 3rd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kate Peabody lost her husband in 2015 and her son in 2023 but the Pensacola community helped her through hard times, and she now runs a ministry—The Village Hands—to give clothes, diapers, bedding, and toys to families in need. Her ministry will hold a winter coat giveaway on Nov. 8 at Jehovah Lutheran Church. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Three days ago, Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Cuba as a category three storm — nearly 900 displaced service members and families were evacuated to NAS Pensacola. A Pensacola Ice Flyers game on Saturday offered free tickets — hot meals and travel coordination to help lift the community's spirits while cleanup continues. WEAR-TV
- ➤ Transformation Church on Mobile Highway partnered with Undue Medical Debt to wipe out $6.5M in unpaid medical bills for 4,400 low-income Escambia residents—notification letters will be sent in November. The church used a $40,000 donation to help those who earn less than four times the federal poverty level or whose debt equals 5 percent of their annual income. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ On October 25, Village Hands Ministry helped women and kids by giving free clothing, toys, diapers and wipes from a storage unit—this service was offered twice a month to support those in need. Pensacola News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This week, Pensacola will host many entertainment events for all ages. Monday night begins with blues at Seville Quarter and later community movie nights, markets and festivals like the Greek Festival and Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival will offer live music, art and food—bringing local culture to residents—across Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. Pensacola News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Florida high school football regular season ended with Pensacola area players showing strong performances—Makael Williams scored five touchdowns while Courtney George rushed for 270 yards in key wins. Other top players from Gulf Breeze, Jay, Milton, and Tate also posted notable numbers as the season wrapped up. Pensacola News Journal
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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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Ice Flyers Adult Jersey Giveaway Night
7:05-11:05 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — Ticket info available online — Be one of the first 1,500 adults to snag an exclusive Navy Ice Flyers Giveaway Jersey.
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Paddling the Pensacola Waterfront
9-11 a.m. — Bartram Park — Free participation — Enjoy a social paddle exploring the downtown Pensacola waterfront and learn about local marine ecosystems.
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RHCSA Exam Preparation Training
November 17-21 — Hope For Tomorrow Safety Services, LLC — $2250 — Fast-paced, comprehensive course for aspiring RHCSA certified professionals.
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Floyd Nation Experience - Pink Floyd Tribute
7-8:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience a tribute to 50 years of Pink Floyd's iconic music.
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A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage
5:00 – 6:30 PM — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Tickets available — Experience the beloved Peanuts holiday special brought to life on stage.
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AWKO Justice Jog
5K/Fun Run — Downtown Pensacola — Entry fees support scholarships — Run through historic streets with live music and refreshments.
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~ Benjamin Franklin
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