Daily editionSaturday, December 13th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of December.
Community
Escambia County Fire Rescue urged residents to follow space heater and carbon monoxide safety tips as below-freezing temperatures will begin Sunday, Dec. 14.
The fire rescue offers free detector installations and warns keeping heaters away from flammable items — clear space is key.
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Culture
The Pensacola Children's Chorus will perform 'Christmas on the Coast' at the Saenger Theatre in downtown Pensacola this holiday season.
The event will share festive music to spread Christmas cheer among local families.
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Pensacola native Roman Reigns appears as Akuma — the iconic Street Fighter villain — in a teaser trailer unveiled at the 2026 Game Awards on Dec. 11; the live-action film will debut in theaters on Oct. 16.
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The U.S. Navy announced on Dec. 12, 2025 the new pilot lineup for the 2026 Blue Angels air show season — with Capt. Adam Bryan as Flight Leader and Lt. Cam Schneider as Right Wing pilot among others.
The team is set to perform at future local events.
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Government
During a lengthy city council meeting on Thursday, residents crowded chambers and Councilman Wiggins voted against an advisory contract for the Baptist redevelopment project after calls for transparency and anti-displacement protections, prompting officials to defer redevelopment while hospital demolition proceeds separately.
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Escambia County Fire Rescue added the third red bulb to its Keep the Wreath Green wreath after a residential fire on Dec. 10 in the 900 block of Hansen Blvd. The campaign displays five-foot wreaths at fire stations and government buildings (including city hall) to remind residents of fire risks.
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Escambia County recognized Brent Wipf as the 2025 Employee of the Year during the Dec. 11 Board of County Commissioners meeting.
Wipf, who leads the Water Quality and Land Management Division, has served the county for over two decades.
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Health
Nearly 60 Floridians spoke on Friday in Panama City Beach over plans to end PreK-12 vaccine requirements, while state health officials proposed making vaccinations voluntary.
Students choosing shots would still get them free-of-charge.
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Lifestyle
Today, The Farm offers 4 pounds of produce for $6 as part of Green Bucket Sunday, and SNAP users can double their funds with Fresh Access Bucks while local markets like Apple Market and Bailey’s provide quick-sale discounts and BOGO deals.
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Sports
Booker T. Washington girls basketball won 58-40 over Pine Forest on Dec. 12, 2025 in a key District 1-5A clash.
The team led wire to wire as they built momentum for their season.
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Pensacola Events
Paws for the Clause - Ugly Sweater Pup Paw-ty
Sunday, December 14th, 2025 · 2-6 p.m. — Coastal County Brewing — Free entry — Celebrate the season with your pups in festive ugly sweaters and enjoy a day of fun, treats, and community cheer.
Steps to Success Holiday Social
Wednesday, December 17th, 2025 · 6-8 p.m. — 8Fifty Event Center — Free admission — Celebrate 9 years of community impact with networking, live music, and family fun.
Candlelight Christmas Carols on Strings
Friday, December 19th, 2025 · 6:30-7:30 p.m. — First United Methodist Church — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the magic of Christmas carols performed by the Palafox String Quartet by candlelight.
Huntsville Havoc vs Pensacola Ice Flyers
Saturday, December 20th, 2025 · 6:05-7:35 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — Stream available on FloHockey — Enjoy an exciting hockey match as the Havoc face off against the Ice Flyers.
Christmastime Boards & Brews Charcuterie Workshop
Sunday, December 21st, 2025 · 2-6 p.m. — Coastal County Brewing — $75 per person — Create a festive charcuterie board while enjoying local craft brews for the holiday season.
Ice Flyers Christmas Match
Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025 · 6:05-7:35 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holiday season with thrilling Ice Flyers hockey action against the Birmingham Bulls.
Huntsville Havoc vs Pensacola Ice Flyers
Saturday, December 27th, 2025 · 6:05-7:35 p.m. — Pensacola Bay Center — $12 for veterans and active military — Celebrate the bravery of our servicemen and women with discounted tickets for military personnel.
New Year Celebration at Saenger Theatre
Wednesday, December 31st, 2025 · 6-7:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience lively performances and festivities to welcome the New Year.