Daily editionTuesday, November 11th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of November.
Community
Pensacola will honor Veterans Day today with an 11:00 a.m. ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park and a 2:00 p.m. parade at Pensacola Beach Elks Lodge—where local businesses offer discounts to veterans and active-duty service members—ensuring the community recognizes their service.
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Today, communities in Northwest Florida are honoring Veterans Day with ceremonies and parades scheduled in Santa Rosa, Escambia, Okaloosa and Fort Walton Beach.
A ceremony at VFW Post 4407 in Gulf Breeze is set for 11 a.m., a Pensacola parade begins at 9 a.m. with a military helicopter landing at 11 a.m., and a veteran statue unveiling is planned for 1 p.m. on Okaloosa Island—local veteran organizations are sponsoring the events.
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Council on Aging of West Florida is asking for donations of new electric space heaters, blankets, and funds to help keep older adults warm and safe in Pensacola.
Donated items may be dropped off or shipped to 875 Royce Street and seniors in need should call (850) 432-1475.
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Photos from November capture a range of events in Pensacola, including the Vanderbilt women's soccer team winning 8-7 in penalty kicks at the SEC Championship (Nov 9) and lively dancing at the annual Greek Festival (Nov 8).
Other images show community work like volunteer Jim Gramlich restoring a historic courthouse clock, the opening of a new Sugar Beach Bakery (Nov 15), and a civic talk by Chris Hand (Nov 4).
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Retired Navy Captain Butch Hansen has helped restore Pensacola Veterans Memorial Park (Jewel by the Bay) after it fell into disrepair and now sits on a steering committee making recommendations to the mayor.
USMC Retired Major Paul Entrekin said Hansen also leads tours for students and community groups to honor the sacrifice of our fallen heroes.
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Culture
Pensacola Mardi Gras will host its second city-wide planning meeting on November 13th at Phineas Phoggs in Seville Quarter—doors open at 5:00 p.m. with a cash bar and the meeting starting at 6:00 p.m. At the meeting, Krewe members and vendors will draw for room assignments for the Fat Tuesday Celebration on February 17th, 2026—key planning for the upcoming season.
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Government
Pensacola City Council approved $10.7 million in funding for the New Palafox project to rebuild downtown with wider sidewalks, crosswalks and better drainage, and the project awaits a final vote on November 13 while the street is set to be closed for several months starting early January—Pensacola businessman Quint Studer pledged to lend cash to storefronts facing cash flow issues, having already provided $400K in support.
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The Florida Board of Governors appointed Janice Gilley and Kishane J. Patel to the UWF Board of Trustees — their five-year terms will begin Jan 7 and need Florida Senate confirmation.
UWF Interim President Manny Diaz Jr. said they bring strong local experience — which will help guide the university's growth.
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Health
Escambia County Fire Rescue urges Pensacola residents to have heating equipment and chimneys inspected annually, keep flammable items three feet away from heaters, and turn off portable heaters when leaving a room — they also offer free smoke detector installation to help lower fire risks and carbon monoxide poisoning.
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Franklin Clark, a Pensacola man battling stage four colon cancer, said his family has struggled for food since SNAP benefits ended Oct. 5 amid a 40-day government shutdown.
Local food pantries are giving out over 1,000 pounds of food a day—more than double their normal amount—as donations fall.
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Pensacola Events
Fayetteville Marksmen vs Pensacola Ice Flyers
Friday, November 14th, 2025 · 7:05 – 11:05 PM — Pensacola Bay Center — Ticket prices not specified — Experience thrilling ice hockey action as the Fayetteville Marksmen take on the Pensacola Ice Flyers.
Fall Pensacola Food Truck Fest
Saturday, November 15th, 2025 · 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. — Vince J. Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park — $5, kids 12 and under free — Experience a vibrant festival of food trucks, live music, and fun activities for the whole family.
Memphis May Fire Concert
Monday, November 17th, 2025 · 6:00-7:30 PM — Vinyl Music Hall — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the uplifting sounds of Memphis May Fire, a band spreading hope through music.
Floyd Nation Experience - Pink Floyd Tribute
Thursday, November 20th, 2025 · 7-8:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience a tribute to 50 years of Pink Floyd's iconic music.
A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage
Friday, November 21st, 2025 · 5:00 – 6:30 PM — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Tickets available — Experience the beloved Peanuts holiday special brought to life on stage.
Downtown Disc Golf Experience
Saturday, November 22nd, 2025 · 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Blue Wahoos Stadium — Cost info not specified — Navigate a unique disc golf course with local flair at a scenic stadium venue.
Huntsville Havoc vs. Pensacola Ice Flyers
Wednesday, November 26th, 2025 · 6:05-7:35 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — $5 Night — Celebrate Thanksgiving early with discounted tickets and thrilling hockey action.
Thanksgiving Feast at Five Sisters' Blues Café
Thursday, November 27th, 2025 · 11 a.m.-7 p.m. — Five Sisters Blues Cafe — $24.95 for adults — Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal with all the fixings in a vibrant blues café atmosphere.
Birmingham Bulls vs. Pensacola Ice Flyers
Saturday, November 29th, 2025 · 6:05-7:35 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — Check FloHockey to catch the action with the Birmingham Bulls taking on your local Ice Flyers.
Fall Pensacola Outdoor Community Flea Market Extravaganza
Sunday, November 30th, 2025 · 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Vince J. Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park — $2 entry, kids free — Declutter or shop at this vibrant community flea market with food trucks on site.