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Sunday, November 16th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pensacola leaders approved a $10.7 million downtown revitalization plan for Palafox — with a second vote on Nov.13 — and the city set the demolition of a former Red Lobster to make room for a Raising Cane’s near Cordova Mall. Local entrepreneurs will open a 31,000-square-foot indoor family park at Ferry Pass Plaza next year while Biscuit Belly plans a new breakfast spot and council rejected a call from the Florida AG to cancel a Drag Queen Christmas show at Saenger Theatre. Pensacola News Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Music director Tina Buran at First Presbyterian Church in Pensacola, beginning her 50th year, will play a donated 7-foot Steinway Model B that is considered one of the finest pianos to boost worship. The prized piano—given by an anonymous member—and the refurbished 1,000-pipe organ will be used during services as Buran runs between the balcony and the floor. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Plaza Ferdinand in downtown Pensacola is a community spot that hosts festivals, markets, and quiet breaks. Built during the late 1970s and early 1980s boom called Direction '85 and named for King Ferdinand VII, it marks the site where Andrew Jackson was sworn in (located on Palafox Street between Government and Zaragoza streets). Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Seven Days Out offers a guide to events across Escambia and Santa Rosa counties, featuring concerts, outdoor movies, art events, and festivals starting Monday and running through Sunday. The guide highlights a fall zipline tour, a Beatles tribute, and family-friendly holiday celebrations like Winterfest, Gallery Night, and A Charlie Brown Christmas at local venues—ensuring there is something for everyone. Pensacola News Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local bakeries in Pensacola are now taking pre-orders for Thanksgiving pies — the offerings include both classic flavors like pumpkin and pecan and unique options such as miso sweet potato, with order deadlines set through mid-November and pick-ups scheduled later this month. Pensacola News Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A $1.79M new East Hill home built by Southern Artisan Builders received the Outstanding Curb Appeal award at the HBA Parade of Homes — built with Victorian details like a wrap-around porch and a detached carriage house with a private apartment — and features four bedrooms, three and a half baths plus an office near parks, boat launches, restaurants, downtown and Pensacola Beach. Pensacola News Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UWF football lost in overtime to Valdosta State by a score of 47—44 on Saturday at PenAir Field—turnovers and missed field goals ended their bid for an undefeated season and a chance at the Gulf South Conference title. Valdosta State secured its fourth straight win and 12th GSC title as a dramatic field goal in overtime reshaped NCAA Division II playoff seeding in front of a record crowd. Pensacola News Journal
- ➤ Pensacola area 3A swimmers ended their season at the FHSAA state meet where Booker T Washington's Ian Malone set an All-American time and Pace's Donovan Lawrence finished second in the 1-meter diving. Local 1A golfers also closed out their season as Pensacola Catholic junior Elle Palmer was the top local finisher at 14th place & the Booker T Washington boys swim team placed 14th. Pensacola News Journal
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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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