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Pensacola
Saturday, November 15th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Santa Rosa County launched the Home for the Pawlidays program to let residents foster shelter cats and dogs for a few days+the short-term option aims to ease crowded local rescues and give pets a chance at a loving home. WEAR-TV
- ➤ The Blue Angels flew their final public practice flight for 2025 on November 14 at Naval Air Station Pensacola's Sherman Field after a government shutdown led to the cancellation of the planned homecoming air show—thousands of local fans gathered on the reopened flightline near the museum to watch the performance featuring F/A-18 jets and the C-130 known as Fat Albert. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Residents in the Olive Road area will have a chance to dispose of old furniture & appliances and other eligible items free of charge on Nov. 19; only those in the designated area may participate and should place items at the curb by 7 a.m. for pickup. Escambia County
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Pensacola Yacht Club is hosting the Melges 24 U.S. National Championship this weekend — 40 top sailboats racing on Pensacola Bay — and the event is expected to boost the local economy by adding $1.9 million as each race brings around $400,000 to area businesses. WEAR-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After weeks of closure during the government shutdown, Fort Pickens reopened so visitors can explore reserved campsites this weekend—Papa's Pizza owner Mike Pinzone said the timing is a welcome boost for local tourism. WEAR-TV
- ➤ A blighted home on N 57th Avenue in Myrtle Grove received a major cleanup on Friday after neighbors said it was attracting rats, roaches and needles that caused trouble in the area. The Escambia County Sheriff's Office said the Department of Veterans Affairs will take ownership on November 25—ensuring future fines and cleanup steps are managed. WEAR-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Escambia County offers the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program to help residents learn budget-friendly healthy cooking, and UF/IFAS Extension nutrition educator Wendy Meredith explains inexpensive meal ideas — a resource that supports eating well in our community. WEAR-TV
- ➤ A holiday fire safety guide advises local families to water fresh Christmas trees, secure candles, test smoke alarms, and unplug decorations—measures that will help reduce fire hazards during the season. The guide also recommends safe cooking practices and having a clear fire escape plan to protect everyone. WEAR-TV
- ➤ Covenant Health announced $500,000 to help the Council on Aging of West Florida bridge a funding shortfall for senior services—$420,000 covered immediate needs while $80,000 will expand the kitchen for long-term support. Rick's Blog
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developers submitted revised designs for the Reverb by Hard Rock Hotel and Rhythm Lofts at Community Maritime Park to the Planning Review Board — the changes include lowering floor-to-ceiling heights at Rhythm Lofts and adding a floor with a 7,000-square-foot event space to the hotel, with review scheduled for December 9. The project will still offer 147 hotel rooms and 248 residential units. Rick's Blog
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pace High School's defense limited Evans to only six first downs for a 20–6 win on Friday night that pushed the Patriots into the Region 1–6A semifinals—where they will face Mandarin on November 21. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ UWF football will face Valdosta State today at 2 p.m. at PenAir Field as the undefeated Argos with a 9-0 record aim to secure an outright Gulf South Conference title and an automatic NCAA Division II playoff berth. A win will complete their first-ever undefeated regular season and give the No. 3 ranked team a top regional playoff seed—ensuring home-field advantage in early playoff rounds. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ The opening week of the 2025 Florida high school football playoffs features seven games (involving teams from Escambia and Santa Rosa counties) that will be updated live by the Pensacola News Journal. The coverage will include live scores, written reports, and photos (showing both home and away matchups) to keep local fans informed. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ College football moves into Week 12 this weekend with playoff spots at stake as predictions show No. 4 Alabama to beat No. 11 Oklahoma 20 to 17 at Bryant-Denny Stadium at 2:30 p.m., No. 16 Miami to win 38 to 18 over NC State at Hard Rock Stadium, Florida to lose 17 to 32 to Ole Miss at 6:00 p.m., and Florida State to beat Virginia Tech 38 to 17 at 6:30 p.m. while local University of West Florida is expected to clinch its first outright Gulf South Conference crown at 2:00 p.m. against Valdosta State — giving fans a full slate of pivotal matchups. WEAR-TV
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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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Huntsville Havoc vs. Pensacola Ice Flyers
6:05-7:35 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — $5 Night — Celebrate Thanksgiving early with discounted tickets and thrilling hockey action.
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Thanksgiving Feast at Five Sisters' Blues Café
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.
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Birmingham Bulls vs. Pensacola Ice Flyers
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.
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Fall Pensacola Outdoor Community Flea Market Extravaganza
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.
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Noche Tropical – Latin Night
7-9 p.m. — Phineas Phogg's — Special drink offers available — Enjoy a vibrant night of Latin dances and a lively DJ set in downtown Pensacola.
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Holiday Shopping Soirée for Childhood Cancer Research
4-10 p.m. — 220 W Garden St, Pensacola, FL — Free entry — Kick off the holiday season while supporting childhood cancer research with local shopping and festive fun.
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