Daily editionThursday, December 25th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of December.
Community
Two local groups (Be the Miracle and Fearless Community) provided Christmas Eve meals for 40 families in need at 1781 Silas Circle off Kingsfield in Cantonment, helping those facing food insecurity amid holiday challenges.
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Santa Claus visited residents on NAS Pensacola and Corry Station Wednesday morning, delivering gifts that spread holiday cheer among military families.
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Local law enforcement officers hosted Shop with a Cop events today, bringing holiday cheer to 91 local children.
Pensacola PD, Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office and Escambia County Sheriff's Office organized gift distributions, with ten kids enjoying a Target shopping spree (via the #HeroesandHelpers program).
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Since 2019, The Village Hands has provided clothing, diapers, and toys to children in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties by packing items every other Saturday at Out O’ Space Storage; founder Kate Peabody said volunteers now need donated office space (to expand services) amid growing demand.
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Business
Costco in Florida operated on shortened hours on Christmas Eve—Executive members opened at 9 a.m. and regular members at 10 a.m. with stores closing at 5 p.m.—and closed on Christmas Day while returning to normal hours Friday.
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Culture
On Christmas Day, Pensacola continues to honor a tradition that began over a century ago when the St. Nicholas Girls lit a cedar tree at Mallory Court (near the old San Carlos Hotel).
Local residents join in age-old carols and festive moments to keep the holiday spirit alive.
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Environment
A cold front will move into the western Panhandle on Dec. 28 and push below-freezing temperatures to Pensacola (temperatures may drop below freezing even at the beaches) through New Year's Eve.
Forecasts say Dec. 30 highs could be the coldest of the 2025-2026 winter season.
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Finance
On Christmas Eve, Florida Lotto rolled over to $8.75 million and Powerball climbed to $1.7 billion — no ticket matched all numbers, and the next drawing is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 27.
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Health
Local first responders will gather outside Studer Family Children's Hospital at Ascension Sacred Heart to host a light show for patients.
The event will feature flashing blue and red lights to comfort and uplift those in care.
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Pensacola Events
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.
Mac & Cheese Festival
Saturday, January 17th, 2026 · 12-6 p.m. — Gary's Brewery & Biergarten — Entry fee applies — Indulge in a cheesy extravaganza featuring food trucks, vendors, and fun for the whole family.
Jake Klark Comedy Show
Sunday, January 18th, 2026 · 7-11:59 p.m. — Seville Quarter — Ticket prices vary — Experience the high-energy comedy of Jake Klark and friends in a phone-free environment.
Sincere Engineer with The Handsome Scoundrels
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026 · 7-9 p.m. — The Handlebar — Live music concert — Enjoy a night of indie rock with Sincere Engineer and The Handsome Scoundrels.
Pensacola Wellness Collective
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 · 10 AM – 1 PM — 5eleven Palafox Event Hosting — $30 sliding scale — Experience community-driven wellness through yoga, sound bath, and holistic health activities.