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Rise and shine, Pensacola! In today’s edition: American Magic sailing HQ, a haunted walking tour, Pink Floyd’s The Wall, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Sailing innovation takes root: American Magic’s $20.8 million Port of Pensacola headquarters is complete, bringing 170 high-wage jobs and adding training, engineering, and a composite cleanroom, with UWF students working alongside the team — see funding and facility details.
Local lifeline for growing families: NorthEscambia Stork Stock has reopened inside Century Pediatrics, offering free diapers, formula, wipes, clothing and more to families. The next baby shower is scheduled for April 18 in Century — learn what’s offered and where.
Named for Frida Kahlo: Frida’s Cantina is open in West Pensacola, replacing El Taco Baleado, serving birria, chilaquiles, and pork belly during a soft opening, with a grand opening and expanded brunch coming soon — get all the details.
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Gold & silver are hot: Gold just had it’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150% in 2025… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. If you’re curious about adding precious metals to your portfolio as a market hedge, American Hartford has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
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🫶 We got your back
Major corridor changes take shape: Pensacola’s $10 million Reimagine Palafox project is underway. Palafox Street between Garden and Main is closed during phase one. Expect ADA access, elevated crossings, and stormwater upgrades. The city added 412 free on-street spaces. Crews have a $700,000 incentive to finish this phase by May 24, with completion expected in November. Learn what’s changing and when.
Furry friend fix: Craving whiskers or a little wagging-tail therapy? Pensacola Humane Society is a local no-kill shelter offering easy ways to adopt, foster, or volunteer. Not ready yet? Your donations power the Pet Pantry, keeping neighbors’ pets fed and families together.
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📆 Around town this week
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🏺 Pensacola Archaeological Society Lecture @ Trinity Presbyterian Church | Wednesday (1/14) at 1:00 AM – Think you know Pensacola’s past? This free Archaeological Society lecture brings Dr. Mary Minkoff and a batch of FPAN grad projects, serving fresh digs, local finds, and the kind of nerdy fun that pairs nicely with sensible shoes, a curious mind, and post-talk coffee.
👻 Mysteries & Moonlight: Haunted Walking Tour @ Pensacola History and Haunting | Wednesday (1/14) at 5:00 PM – Swap your couch for cobblestones and wander Palafox at night on a haunted stroll where history shares the sidewalk with whispered legends. A local guide dishes insider lore, eerie sites, and a few goosebumps. Think date night, but with ghosts, good shoes, and bragging rights.
✨ The MĒLA Muse @ Petiti Ami | Thursday (1/15) at 6:00 PM – Curious how everyone suddenly looks well-rested? Petit Ami is hosting an intimate night where expert injectors talk Evolysse and Jeuveau, with elevated charcuterie, crafted mocktails and cocktails, a jewelry pop-up, and a photo booth. Smart tips, exclusive giveaways, RSVP required, $50 holds your spot.
🧛 The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires @ Adonna’s Garden St Cafe and Bakery | Thursday (1/15) at 6:00 PM – Book club is gathering to sink its teeth into Grady Hendrix’s The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires, and yes, you can come even if you only skimmed the dust jacket. A monthly hang with kitchen, bar, bakery, and coffee specials, plus your suggestions.
🎸 The Black Jacket Symphony: Pink Floyd’s The Wall @ Saenger Theatre | Thursday (1/15) at 7:30 PM – Black Jacket Symphony delivers a meticulous, note-for-note performance of Pink Floyd’s The Wall, with full-production visuals, harmonies, and spine-tingling guitar tone. It’s the record you blasted in your first car, upgraded for adult ears. Bring your inner teenager, leave the drywall tools at home.
☕ Light Lunch Tea @ The Olde English Creamery | Friday (1/16) at 11:00 AM – Book your Light Lunch tea without the phone tag, just a couple of clicks and you are in. Prepaid ticket, gratuity included, and zero hold music. Nonrefundable, so choose wisely, then enjoy scones, tea, and catching up like civilized grown-ups.
🏒 Country Night: Thunderbolts vs. Ice Flyers @ Pensacola Bay Center | Friday (1/16) at 7:00 PM – Dust off your boots and head to the Hangar for Country Night, where the Ice Flyers square off with the Evansville Thunderbolts. Expect honky-tonk vibes, cold drinks, and checks that hit harder than your cousin’s two-step. Wear flannel, cheer loud, repeat.
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📻 Pensacola report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 53°F – Low: 35°F – Precip: 0%
Partly sunny. High near 53, with temperatures falling to around 49 in the afternoon. North wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 35. North wind around 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 59°F – Low: 44°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 59. Northwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: A slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 44. West wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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