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What's up Pensacola! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What will Pensacola's new tree rules really require from developers?
  • How did Montclair Elementary soar from an F to an A?
  • What hidden Pensacola spots are visitors flying right past?

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What are the two favorite words for a shark to hear? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Partly sunny, with a high of 90 and low of 63 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Clouds yielding to sun, temps: high: 88, low: 63.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny with a shower, with a high of 88 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Pensacola's new codes don't add tree protections. Staff says that comes later (pnj.com) — Pensacola's City Council has advanced a major rewrite of the land development code without adding new tree protections, relying instead on a separate tree ordinance now under review. Key dates are set in October and November for public hearings and votes, which will shape how developers handle live oaks, tree removal fees, and neighborhood density across the city.
   

2. Pensacola's Montclair Elementary marks F-to-A turnaround at Panther Palooza celebration (weartv.com) — Montclair Elementary in Pensacola just celebrated a remarkable turnaround, jumping from an F to an A rating from the Florida Department of Education for the 2025-26 school year. Families, staff, and students gathered at "Panther Palooza" to recognize years of hard work, strong parent involvement, and extra tutoring that leaders say fueled the school's success.
   

3. Beyond the Sugar Sands: The Cultural and Culinary Soul of Pensacola (luxebeatmag.com) — Pensacola's beaches, historic downtown, and food scene are highlighted here as reasons locals and visitors alike should look beyond the sand for culture, history, and great dining. From the National Naval Aviation Museum and Blue Angels practices to Gulf Islands National Seashore and chef‑driven restaurants on and around Palafox Street, it showcases experiences right in your backyard.
   

4. Harlingen VCS Awarded for Outstanding Service as Canteen of the Year VA Texas Valley health care (va.gov) — Pensacola's VA canteen has been honored as a Canteen of the Year, recognizing strong customer service, operations, and support for local veterans. The award, shared with several other top‑performing sites nationwide, means the Pensacola VA clinic's café and retail services are being recognized for helping improve veterans' day‑to‑day experiences at the facility.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Found Lost Puppy.
    I live in the aero vista neighborhood and a young, black lab mix was wandering around. She did not have a collar and looks like she's losing some of… (Nextdoor Aero Vista)
  • My fur baby got out of my yard sometime this morning.
    I let her out to use the bathroom and when I came out from the bathroom myself she was not coming to me like she always did. She is my baby. I live… (Nextdoor Tanyard)
  • Premium Retail Services posted a job opening for Reset Merchandiser - Southeast in Pensacola. Apply here.
  • Compass Group posted a job opening for Executive Chef in Pensacola. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Pensacola here.

Ok Pensacola! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "MAN OVERBOARD!" (Thank you M J. for sending it in!)
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