Daily editionSaturday, December 21st, 2024
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.
Community
A guide to non-profit organizations in Northwest Florida provides information and links for donating to assist in various causes, from helping families and children to supporting animal rescue and homelessness prevention.
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Aubrey Weaver, a 14-year-old girl with traumatic brain injury, has been missing for nearly a week from her home in Pace, with her family desperately seeking her safe return amid fears heightened by her health conditions and potential scams.
Pensacola News JournalRead more
Veteran homelessness in the Pensacola area, including numbers nationally, reaches an all-time low due to expanded shelters and increased support services.
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Culture
Pensacola is hosting two special pre-show events, 'Land of the Sweets Brunch' and 'Nutcracker Solstice Soirée,' to celebrate the seasonal performance of The Nutcracker Ballet.
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Economy
Nearly 50 employees at Big Lots and Party City in Pensacola are job hunting after being notified of imminent store closures shortly before Christmas.
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Government
Escambia County allocates $2 million towards EMS improvements, boosting staffing levels and expanding its ambulance fleet to reduce emergency response times.
WEAR-TVRead more
Pensacola Energy customers may be eligible for refunds from fees collected since 2011, as the city notifies them after a court sanction for missing a previous deadline.
Pensacola News JournalRead more
Sports
Pine Forest High School appointed Kerry McDowell as the new head coach, succeeding Tony Carter, with key staff members also announced for the team's future.
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Pensacola Events
Spirits of Seville Quarter Ghost Tour and Luncheon
Sunday, December 22nd, 2024 · Experience a unique dining adventure at one of Pensacola's oldest and most haunted restaurants, complete with a ghost tour.
Holiday Skate at Pensacola Bay Center
Monday, December 23rd, 2024 · Experience the excitement of public skating at the Pensacola Bay Center during the holiday season with live music and a festive atmosphere.
Spirits of Seville Quarter Ghost Tour and Luncheon
Tuesday, December 24th, 2024 · Experience dining in one of Pensacola’s oldest and most haunted restaurants, coupled with a ghost tour.
Jessie Ritter Live at Wild Greg's Saloon
Saturday, December 28th, 2024 · Jessie Ritter will be performing live at Wild Greg's Saloon in Pensacola.
Zero-Proof New Year's Eve Fireworks Cruise
Tuesday, December 31st, 2024 · Experience a sober celebratory cruise around Little Sabine with a front-row view of the New Year's Eve fireworks display.
Macon Mayhem vs. Pensacola Ice Flyers - Savings Sunday
Sunday, January 12th, 2025 · This event features the Pensacola Ice Flyers hosting the Macon Mayhem on Savings Sunday, offering discounted tickets for first responders.
Shrek - The Musical at Saenger Theatre
Tuesday, January 14th, 2025 · This Tony-winning musical adaptation of the beloved Dreamworks animation follows Shrek, Fiona, and Donkey in a whimsical adventure filled with classic fairy tale characters.
Shrek The Musical at Saenger Theatre
Wednesday, January 15th, 2025 · Experience the beloved story of Shrek, Fiona, and Donkey brought to life in this Tony-winning musical adaptation of the Oscar-winning Dreamworks film.
The Drifters, Cornell Gunter's Coasters, and The Platters Live Concert
Thursday, January 16th, 2025 · A live performance featuring the legendary groups The Drifters, Cornell Gunter's Coasters, and The Platters at the Saenger Theatre in Pensacola.
Candlelight Concert: The Best of Hans Zimmer
Friday, January 17th, 2025 · Experience a unique candlelight concert featuring music from Hans Zimmer performed by the Palafox String Quartet in the beautiful First United Methodist Church.