Good morning, Pensacola.

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).

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’.

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.

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.

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.

New Year Celebration at Saenger Theatre

6-7:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience lively performances and festivities to welcome the New Year.

Mac & Cheese Festival

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

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

7-9 p.m. — The Handlebar — Live music concert — Enjoy a night of indie rock with Sincere Engineer and The Handsome Scoundrels.

Grown-Up Book Fair at Odd Colony

11 a.m.-6 p.m. — Odd Colony Brewing Company — Free entry — Relive childhood nostalgia with books, local authors, and delicious treats while sipping a refreshing beverage.

The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show

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.