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🌱 Patch AM: What you missed in Pensacola’s busiest news week of the summer

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Morning Pensacola! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What you missed in Pensacola's busiest news week of the summer
  • Which Pensacola events this week deserve a spot on your calendar?
  • Which Pensacola brewery is throwing the wildest Oktoberfest bash?

Also on today's calendar: MainSpring Business Group Expands to Pensacola, Joins Gulf Coast Minority Chamber of Commerce and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 90 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, temps: high: 89, low: 75.
  • Wednesday: Humid; a p.m. t-storm or two, with a high of 90 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Foxtail Coffee opens, LaCoste trial, missing kids saved in top news (pnj.com) — Pensacola saw big changes this week, from Sam's Fun City's demolition and the quiet opening of Foxtail Coffee in Belmont-DeVilliers to a jury convicting contractor Jesse LaCoste of racketeering and fraud. Statewide police efforts also recovered eight missing children from the Pensacola area, while new businesses and housing continue filling out the Ransley Station development.
   

2. Leanne Morgan, Rock4Vets 5K, Mojo Brookzz among this week's big events (pnj.com) — Your upcoming week around Pensacola is packed with options, from Bands on the Beach at Pensacola Beach and Leanne Morgan's stand-up shows at the Bay Center to the Rock4Vets 5K at Community Maritime Park. You can also catch concerts at Vinyl and The Handlebar, browse flea markets and collectibles, or book a dolphin cruise to watch fireworks from Pensacola Beach.
   

3. Raise a stein at these 2026 Pensacola Oktoberfest events (pnj.com) — Pensacola breweries and bars are rolling out a full slate of Oktoberfest parties this September and October, with many events offering free entry, contests, and live music. From Coastal County and Gary's to Bavaria and Flora-Bama, you'll find stein-hoisting, dachshund races, and special German brews across town. Mark your calendar now; several events require tickets or costumes for perks.
   

4. Former Professor, 100, Who's Now a University Student, Shares His 5 Simple Longevity Tips (today.com) — A 100-year-old Pensacola resident and University of West Florida student shares how lifelong learning, humility, and community keep him thriving. Living near campus and taking dozens of tuition-free classes, he says staying curious, active, and socially connected in Pensacola has been key to his longevity and daily happiness.
   

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    Friday September 4
  • Leanne Morgan →
    Pensacola Bay Center, 201 E Gregory St, Pensacola
    7:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Calvin and HOBBES.
    Veteran support animal for terminal army vet. Missing 3 wks. Just moved here. And I just found this app. Please help.. He has been well taken care of… (Nextdoor Golf Club Condos)
  • This dog was walking on mobile hwy in Beulah by the Beulah store.
    She has a collar on a fireman saved her from getting hit by a car. I ran out to help with one of my dogs leashes. Shes young. I can not keep her… (Nextdoor Stillerlake Rd)
  • Public Storage, Inc. posted a job opening for Customer Service - Self Storage Manager in Pensacola. Apply here.
  • University of West Florida posted a job opening for Assistant Director 106250 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: A waist of time (Thank you Kourtney Z. for sending it in!)
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