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2 days ago
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Who's the top QB in Escambia, Santa Rosa counties in 2025? Vote in our poll
On July 28, the PNJ released a list of quarterbacks to watch in both Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. You'll notice we didn't rank them. That's where football fanatics come in. Time for vote for the best QB in the area of the seven we posted on July 28. Cast your vote in the poll below. Voting for the area's best QB will close on Tuesday, Aug. 5, at 11 a.m. Note: this vote does not have any impact on the end-of-season All-Area awards. This article originally appeared on Pensacola News Journal: Vote: Best QB in Pensacola area entering high school football season
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4 days ago
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Things to do in Pensacola: Liverpool Legends; William Shatner Live; Halfway 2 Mardi Gras
Seven days out is your guide to entertainment events, concerts, festivals and activities in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. MONDAY Monday Night Blues 7 p.m. July 28. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Seville Quarter and the Blues Society of Northwest Florida are bringing the 'blues' back to the Seville Quarter Entertainment District. The event features live blues music and 'BBQ and Bud' food and drink specials. More info: 850-434-6211 or TUESDAY Ballyhoo! 6 p.m. July 29. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Ballyhoo! will perform live in concert featuring Cydeways, Beachfly, and Tuffalo & The Treewalkers. More info: Bands on the Beach 7 p.m. July 29. Gulfside Pavilion at Casino Beach, Pensacola Beach. Bands on the Beach is Pensacola Beach's popular outdoor summer concert series with performers for every musical taste. Featuring a lineup of regional artists, the series delivers an eclectic musical experience throughout the entire summer. This week features Mass Kunfuzion. Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free. More info: 850-932-2257 or WEDNESDAY Improvable Cause Presents "Cheese for the Table" 7 p.m. July 30. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Improvable Cause is back with "Cheese for the Table." Come laugh for a full hour of interconnected scenes that create one big, hilarious story before your bedtime. More info: THURSDAY Science Night Live: Artificial Intelligence 5:30 p.m. July 31. Pensacola MESS Hall, 418 E. Wright St. In partnership with the Gulf Coast Diplomacy Council, this unique program will feature AI professionals from Brazil for an evening of global connection and engaging exploration. Adults and teens will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on activities that demonstrate the science behind AI while also considering its global and ethical implications. This event offers a rare chance to collaborate across cultures and engage with leading thinkers in the AI space. More info: Swiftie Trivia 7 p.m. July 31. Beardless Brewhaus, 5139 Elmira St., Milton. Join Beardless Brewhaus for Taylor Swift Trivia — because your encyclopedic knowledge of lyrics, Easter eggs, and ex-boyfriends deserves to shine. From 'Tim McGraw' to The Tortured Poets Department, they're covering every era, so bring your A-game (and maybe a friendship bracelet or two). Teams are welcome, dramatic reenactments are optional, and bragging rights are forever. It's you, you're the trivia champ, it's you — If you show up. More info: Tyler Livingston 7 p.m. July 31. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Tyler Livingston will perform live in concert with Tyler Mac. More info: FRIDAY Gooney Bird Greene and Her True Life Adventures 7 p.m. Aug. 1, 7, 8 and 9; 2:30 p.m. Aug. 2, 3, 9 and 10. Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. Just in time for summer, school is back in session, and things are boring — until red-headed, pajama-wearing, cowboy-booted Gooney Bird Greene bursts into the classroom and turns everything upside down. With wild outfits, wild stories, and even wilder confidence, Gooney Bird proves that everyone has a story worth telling. From flying carpets to symphony orchestras, she sparks imagination, laughter, and a little chaos. Get ready for a delightful adventure where truth is stranger (and more fun) than fiction. Adults, $25; 16 and younger, $13. More info: BRAT 7 p.m. Aug. 1. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. BRAT will perform live in concert with The Taints, Spiral, and Broke Florida Boys. More info: Liverpool Legends: The Complete Beatles Experience 7:30 p.m. Aug. 1. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Liverpool Legends are four incredibly talented musicians/actors put together by Louise Harrison, sister of the late George Harrison, to honor her brother's legacy, and re-create the band that changed the world forever. The show is narrated by the late Louise Harrison and takes you on a musical journey through time. Experience the complete history of The Beatles, starting with the early mop-top hits, such as I Want To Hold Your Hand, She Loves You, and Twist and Shout. Tickets start at $65. More info: 850-595-3880 or SATURDAY Halfway 2 Mardi Gras Glow Ball 6 p.m. Aug. 2. Hadji Shrine Temple, 800 W. Nine Mile Road. The Krewe of Cheers presents the return of the Halfway 2 Mardi Gras Glow Ball. Headlining the night is the high-energy party band Kings of Neon from New Orleans, Louisiana, bringing their electrifying glow performance to the Gulf Coast's most anticipated summer krewe event. Keeping the vibes flowing and the dance floor hot are emcees DJ Chase and Chelsey Polk, setting the tone for a night you won't forget. Cost: $85. More info: William Shatner Live On-stage with Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan 7:30 p.m. Aug. 2. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Prepare to be beamed up for an unforgettable night with the original 'Captain James T. Kirk', award-winning actor William Shatner. Following a screening of the classic film Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, Shatner takes to the stage to share fascinating and humorous behind the scenes stories from his illustrious career, including answering audience questions. VIP tickets will be available, which include a post-show photo op with Shatner. Tickets start at $60.75. More info: 850-595-3880 or 80s Video Night 8 p.m. Aug. 2. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. DJ Poseidon is turning back time with a nonstop '80s music video dance party. More info: SUNDAY CTRL ALT DRAG 7 p.m. Aug. 3. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Enjoy CTRL ALT DRAG hosted by Terrah Card. More info: Never miss a story: Subscribe to the Pensacola News Journal using the link at the bottom of the page under Stay Connected. This article originally appeared on Pensacola News Journal: Things to do in Pensacola: Liverpool Legends; William Shatner Live Solve the daily Crossword
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23-07-2025
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Pensacola area restaurant inspections: One restaurant temporarily closed, four receive high violations
Here's the breakdown of restaurant inspections in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties for the week of July 14-20. Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So, every week, we provide that information for you. During the latest round of inspections from the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, one restaurant was temporarily closed, two restaurants received an administrative complaint, two restaurants received a high-priority violation and 31 restaurants passed their first inspection with zero violations. Disclaimer: The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation describes an inspection report as a 'snapshot' of conditions present at the time of the inspection. On any given day, an establishment may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at the establishment. One restaurant temporarily closed Andy D's 8649 Gulf Blvd. Inspection details: Complaint Inspection on July 15 Follow-up inspection: Operations ordered stopped until violations were corrected. The restaurant complied with a follow-up inspection on July 16. Total violations: 12 total violations, with three high-priority violations High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 20 live flies in the following location: 11 live flies on walls, prep tables and mop sink in back kitchen. Five live flies on clean drink glasses at dish washing area. One live fly on clean plates on shelf next to make line. Three live flies on upright reach in freezer in back kitchen. **Warning** High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Fish container over coleslaw container in walk-in cooler. High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items held underneath reach in cooler underneath flat top grill in kitchen. Items held for more than four hours: fish 55 degrees Fahrenheit, shrimp 57 degrees Fahrenheit, beef 60 degrees Fahrenheit, cheese 60 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning** Andy D's responds: Navarre Beach restaurant briefly closes, reopens after 'tireless deep cleaning' Two restaurants receive an administrative complaint Yolicious Frozen Yogurt and Sweets 5100 N. Ninth Ave. Inspection details: Complaint Inspection on July 16 Follow-up inspection: These violations require further review but are not an immediate threat to the public. A follow-up inspection is still required. Total violations: Six total violations, with two high-priority violations and one administrative complaint Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed eight dead roaches in the following locations: one between window facing ice cream freezer and customer facing ice cream freezer, six in cabinet under reach-in cooler, and two in cabinet with dry goods under pastry display. **Admin Complaint** High priority: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk at 50 degrees Fahrenheit, ice cream mix 49 degrees Fahrenheit. Both items for approximately two hours. High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Tapioca boba has no time marking. Per operator, was made three hours ago. Hungry Howie's 4475 Woodbine Road, Unit #1, Pace Inspection details: Complaint Inspection on July 16 Follow-up inspection: Violations required further review, but were not an immediate threat to the public. The restaurant complied with a follow-up inspection on July 17. Total violations: Seven total violations, with one high-priority violation High priority: Live, small flying insects found. Upon inspection, observed two small flying insects by back door inside kitchen. **Admin Complaint** Two restaurants receive high-priority violations Beardless Brewhaus Mobile food dispensing vehicle Inspection details: Complaint Inspection on July 15 Follow-up inspection: Violations require further review, but are not an immediate threat to the public. A follow-up inspection is still required. Total violations: Three total violations, with one high-priority violation High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Upon arriving for inspection, license noted to be expired. Manager was able to renew license during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse 5108 N. Ninth Ave. Inspection details: Complaint Inspection on July 14 Follow-up inspection: Violations require further review, but are not an immediate threat to the public. A follow-up inspection is still required. Total violations: Three total violations, with one high-priority violation High priority: Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine highest reading 25 parts per million. Operator began troubleshooting and observed lots of air bubbles in line. Repair services called. **Warning** 31 restaurants receive a perfect score Burger King, 8590 Navarre Parkway Sauce Boss Burger Co., Mobile food dispensing vehicle Sauce Boss Burger Co. 2, Mobile food dispensing vehicle All About Boba at The Garden, 501 S. Palafox St., Kiosk #7 Arby's, 1494 S. Highway 29 Azalea Cocktail Lounge, 810 N. Davis Highway Blue Dot BBQ, 310 N. Devilliers St. Burger King #35, 4498 Mobile Highway Burger King #6624, 8040 U.S. Highway 98 West Dairy Queen Grill & Chill, 211 E. Nine Mile Road Domino's Pizza, 9100 W. U.S. Highway 98 Little Caesars, 6879 N. Ninth Ave. Pupuseria Nuevo Amanecer LLC, Mobile food dispensing vehicle Shrimp Basket, 5a Via De Luna Drive Sonic Drive-In, 8986 Pensacola Blvd. Subway, 8187 W. Fairfield Drive Subway, 3014 W. Michigan Ave., Unit 2 Subway, 8970 Pensacola Blvd. Subway Sandwiches & Salads, 1550 S. Highway 29 Surf & Sand Hotel, 40 Fort Pickens Road Taco Bell, 6 E. Nine Mile Road The Happy Taco, 1803 S. Highway 95 A The Hide Away, Mobile food dispensing vehicle The Wharf Fish and Oyster Co, 400 Quietwater Beach Road #13 Waffle House, 4701 Mobile Highway Waffle House, 401 E. Gregory St. Unit A Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers, 2 New Market St. Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers, 1706 W. Fairfield Drive Taqueria Oaxaca, mobile food dispensing vehicle Bousen Buddies Cruisen Kitchen, mobile food dispensing vehicle Kadiang's Lumpia House3840 Garcon Point Road What agency inspects restaurants in Florida? Routine regulation and inspection of restaurants is conducted by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. The Department of Health is responsible for investigation and control of food-borne illness outbreaks associated with all food establishments. How do I report a dirty restaurant in Florida? If you see abuses of state standards, report them and the Department of Business and Professional Regulation will send inspectors. Call the Florida DBPR at 850-487-1395 or report a restaurant for health violations online. Get the whole story at our restaurant inspection database. What does all that terminology in Florida restaurant inspections mean? Basic violations are those considered against best practices. A warning is issued after an inspector documents violations that must be corrected by a certain date or within a specified number of days from receipt of the inspection report. An administrative complaint is a form of legal action taken by the division. Insufficient compliance after a warning, a pattern of repeat violations or existence of serious conditions that warrant immediate action may result in the division initiating an administrative complaint against the establishment. Says the division website: "Correcting the violations is important, but penalties may still result from violations corrected after the warning time was over." An emergency order — when a restaurant is closed by the inspector — is based on an immediate threat to the public. Here, the Division of Hotels and Restaurants director has determined that the establishment must stop doing business and any division license is suspended to protect health, safety or welfare of the public. A 24-hour call-back inspection will be performed after an emergency closure or suspension of license. Stay up to date on the latest restaurant news by subscribing to our free Pensacola Eats newsletter, delivered to your inbox every Wednesday. Sign up for the newsletter at This article originally appeared on Pensacola News Journal: Pensacola area restaurant inspections: One restaurant closed Solve the daily Crossword
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20-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Things to do in Pensacola: Magic of Motown; Perdido Key Fishing Rodeo; Greatest Showcase
Seven days out is your guide to entertainment events, concerts, festivals and activities in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. MONDAY Profanatica 6 p.m. July 21. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Profanatica will perform live in concert with Unidad Trauma and Infernem. More info: Monday Night Blues 7 p.m. July 21. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Seville Quarter and the Blues Society of Northwest Florida are bringing the 'blues' back to the Seville Quarter Entertainment District. The event features live blues music and 'BBQ and Bud' food and drink specials. More info: 850-434-6211 or TUESDAY Storytime and 'Build A Bird' Event 11 a.m. July 22. National Naval Aviation Museum, 1750 Radford Blvd. Families, aviation enthusiasts, and young readers are invited to a special summer event at the National Naval Aviation Museum celebrating the release of the museum's newest children's book, Thach and the Blues. The event will take place in the Blue Angels Atrium immediately following the morning's Blue Angels practice demonstration. Written by the museum's education director, Dianna Hayden, Thach and the Blues introduces children to the wonder of naval aviation through the eyes of Thach, a curious duckling experiencing his first air show with his grandparents, Lolli and Pop Pop. Free. More info: Bands on the Beach 7 p.m. July 22. Gulfside Pavilion at Casino Beach, Pensacola Beach. Bands on the Beach is Pensacola Beach's popular outdoor summer concert series with performers for every musical taste. Featuring a lineup of regional artists, the series delivers an eclectic musical experience throughout the entire summer. This week features 12Eleven. Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free. More info: 850-932-2257 or WEDNESDAY Kaleidoscope Crux 6 p.m. July 23. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Kaleidoscope Crux will perform live in concert with Safety Training and Aliens Do Exist. More info: FRIDAY Perdido Key Fishing Rodeo July 25 through 27. Entertainer Bait & Tackle, 13506 Perdido Key Drive. The Perdido Key Fishing Rodeo is returning for its second year, hosted by the Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce, Perdido Area Chamber Foundation, and Entertainer Bait & Tackle. This multi-species recreational tournament offers something for every angler with low-cost entry fees, raffles and prizes, and cash payouts in multiple divisions. Fishing opens July 25 at midnight. Weigh-ins take place July 26 and 27 from 2 to 5 p.m. at Entertainer Bait & Tackle. More details and cost info: Bands on the Bayou Food vendors, 4:30 p.m., band, 6:30 p.m.; July 25. Bayview Park, 2001 E. Lloyd St. The East Hill Neighborhood Association presents the Bands on the Bayou Community Concert Series. Come with chairs, blankets and family by land or water, and join everyone on the lawn at the new Bayview Community Center. Boat access is available. Local food trucks will be in attendance. This month features Bay Kings Band. Free. More info: The Magic of Motown 7:30 p.m. July 25. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. The Motowners show is a fantastic tribute to the many great artists and songs from the classic Motown years. Expect to hear smash hits by a variety of acts including the Temptations, The Four Tops, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, and Stevie Wonder. The Motowners were founded by producer Derrick Hadley in 2005 to bring this legendary music to fans everywhere. Their unique and family-friendly show is still a favorite and their classic group sound and approach never loses its universal appeal. Tickets start at $72. More info: 850-595-3880 or Gimme Gimme Disco: A Disco Theme Dance Party 8 p.m. July 25. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Enjoy a DJ based dance party playing all your favorite ABBA tracks, plus plenty of other disco hits from the 70s & 80s such as The Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Cher, and more. More info: SATURDAY Friends of the West Florida Public Library Special Summer Sale 9 a.m. Downtown Library, 239 N. Spring St. This one-day-only event will feature vinyl and audio books in addition to thousands of CDs, DVDs, and puzzles, all at great prices. The music selection includes a wide variety of genres, while the DVD collection spans dramas, comedies, thrillers, documentaries, and plenty of family-friendly options. This Summer Sale will focus on music and movie media, audio books and puzzles. Admission is free. More info: Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show 6 p.m. July 26. Hilton Garden Inn Pensacola Downtown, 8 S. Ninth Ave. America's largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing. Solve a mystery while feasting on dinner. Just beware, the culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a prime suspect before you know it. This event differs from a traditional murder mystery dinner show. The actors are not dressed in costume and are hidden in the audience. This results in a fun, social and interactive evening suitable for all adults. More info: Movies in the Park 6 p.m. July 26. Community Maritime Park, 301 W. Main St. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs to spread out on the lawn to watch a family-friendly movie under the stars. Concessions from local food truck vendors will be available for purchase, and outside food is also welcome. Pets and glass bottles are prohibited at the event. This week's movie is A Minecraft Movie. Free. More info: The Greatest Showcase 2025 7 p.m. July 26. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. The Greatest Showcase is an evening of dancing and performances hosted by Sasha Farber from Dancing with the Stars. The show will benefit Children's Home Society's Healthy Families Program located in in Escambia County. The evening will feature local celebrities and students from First Dance Ballroom Studio and a special performance from Sasha Farber himself. Tickets start at $46. More info: 850-595-3880 or Rufus McBlack 7 p.m. July 26. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Rufus McBlack will perform live in concert featuring Whitmer Thomas, glsnr, and Snow Halo. More info: SUNDAY Bear Ghost 7 p.m. July 27. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Bear Ghost will perform live in concert with Spaceman Bob. More info: Never miss a story: Subscribe to the Pensacola News Journal using the link at the bottom of the page under Stay Connected. This article originally appeared on Pensacola News Journal: Things to do in Pensacola: Magic of Motown; Perdido Key Fishing Rodeo Solve the daily Crossword
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08-07-2025
- Politics
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Escambia voters to decide elected vs. appointed superintendent again. The question is when
Voters will have the opportunity to decide if Escambia County's school superintendent is elected or appointed, but first Escambia County commissioners must decide when the vote will happen. The Escambia County School Board voted to put the issue on the ballot earlier this year, however the Escambia's Board of County Commissioners must approve adding the referendum to the ballot. At this week's regular meeting, Escambia's Board of County Commissioners is expected to schedule a public hearing for Thursday, Aug. 7 at 5:30 p.m. to consider adopting an ordinance that would establish when the issue would be on the ballot. There are three options for scheduling the vote. All three include authorizing a county-wide referendum to determine if the Escambia County school superintendent should be an elected position, but each is for a different election. The three options are: General Election Ballot on Nov. 03, 2026 Statewide Primary Election Ballot on Aug. 18, 2026 Special election with the date set in 2026 at the discretion of the supervisor of elections to meet compliance with state election laws Appointed vs. elected: Escambia School Board wants to put elected vs. appointed superintendent back on the ballot If the referendum passes in 2026, Escambia County voters will elect a superintendent during the November 2028 general election. In February, the school board voted 3-2 to approve a resolution to put a referendum on the August 2026 midterm primary election giving voters the option of choosing to elect or appoint the Escambia County schools superintendent. District 5 Board Member Tom Harrell introduced the measure at the board's workshop on Feb. 13. Harrell, Kevin Adams and Paul Fetsko voted in favor of the resolution while Carissa Bergosh and David Williams opposed it. In 2018, Escambia County voters supported a referendum for an appointed superintendent. After a nationwide search, the board hired Tim Smith, but he was terminated in a surprise 3-2 vote in 2023. Since that time, Keith Leonard has been leading the school district. Leonard, however, is set to retire in 2027 or 2028. Escambia County's next board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 10, at 5:30 p.m., 221 Palafox Place. This article originally appeared on Pensacola News Journal: Elected vs. appointed Escambia school superintendent 2026 ballot
