Daily editionSaturday, December 27th, 2025
Good morning, Pensacola.
The Daily Pensacola Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of December.
Community
A water main break near the 2900-block of N Blue Angel Parkway left over 100 residents without water on Christmas Eve and utilities advised boiling water until tests are complete (which may take 48 hours).
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Culture
Scheduled for Jan. 19 at 11 a.m., the 2026 MLK Day Parade — starting at Spring and Garden streets in downtown Pensacola and traveling along Palafox — features grand marshal Lumon May on a two-car float linking 2026 and 2025 honorees while embracing the theme ‘With Unity, We Won't Turn Back’.
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Economy
Major grocery chains including Aldi, Publix, Sprouts, and Walmart will open new Florida stores in early 2026.
The plans include converting former locations and adding enhanced features (including a project in Pensacola) to serve local residents.
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Education
Authors of And Tango Makes Three have asked a federal appeals court to overturn the Escambia County School Board's decision to remove the book from school libraries, arguing that the removal amounts to viewpoint discrimination and undermines the book's inclusive message.
The school board must file its brief by Feb. 17.
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Government
Downtown Pensacola is set for the New Palafox construction starting Jan. 5 at 6 a.m., with all outdoor furniture removed by Jan. 2 & all cars cleared by Jan. 4 to allow work to begin.
The city plans to finish the corridor by November.
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Pensacola Events
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.
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show
Sunday, January 25th, 2026 · 12-3 a.m. — 8 S 9th Ave, Pensacola, FL — Ticket required — Experience an interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show where the culprit could be sitting right next to you.