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West Pensacola, FL · Lifestyle

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6 Things Floridians Learned When Wawa Moved In

When Wawa opened its first Pensacola store in December 2024, people were lined up around the corner by 6:45 a.m. Floridians have watched Wawa spread across the state since 2012, and it’s brought more than coffee. Here’s what Floridians learned when Wawa moved in. 1. Hurricane Response. Wawa...

Florida · 2d

Pensacola News Journal

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Pensacola staple V. Paul's closes after 12 years

V. Paul’s Italian Ristorante has permanently closed its doors at 29 Palafox Place after 12 years serving Pensacola. The restaurant shared in a social media statement on Nov. 4 that it is now closed but is still honoring previously scheduled events as planned. “Since 2014, it has been our privilege to serve Pensacola and to be part of your birthdays, anniversaries, date nights, and celebrations. Thank you to every guest who sat at our tables, joined us for an event, or came back again and again. Your support meant everything to us,” V Paul’s shared in its statement. Now closed: Beloved Warrington Shrimp Basket has closed. 'Hero' cook and GM transferred The restaurant was popular for its traditional Italian dishes and lively monthly wine tastings. You could find everything from pasta to piccata, allowing patrons to order entrees or share small plates while splitting a bottle of wine from the restaurant's extensive list. The restaurant exuded elegance, spanning over 11,000 square feet with a house bar and tbles covered with white tablecloths, as well as an additional private banquet space. For any questions regarding a previous event booking, contact Melissa at 850-225-7425. Any further updates will be shared on V,

Pensacola, FL · 2d

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11 Florida Museums To Visit For Free This November If You Love A Good Discovery

One free museum in this state lets you climb into real cockpits and watch the Blue Angels practice overhead. No ticket required. I still can’t quite believe that one is real. The free surprises keep stacking up from there. One stop is an old capitol where Florida’s government worked...

Florida · 3d

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When Snowbirds Want Old-School Breakfast, These 4 Florida Diners Have Served It Since The 1960s

Florida keeps building new brunch spots with neon signs and avocado everything, but some mornings call for a counter stool and a bottomless mug. Snowbirds know this better than anyone, since plenty of them grew up on the kind of diner breakfast that is getting harder to find. The four...

Florida · 3d

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Local Pulse Weekend Top 10

Photo: Stephen Clarke (Hanto + Clarke) , Lisa Long Lyter (Editor in Chief, Local Pulse) and Jen McKeown (Reliance Mortgage) with the 2026 Blue Angels team. Pensacola, clear the runway and your calendar this weekend! ✈️🎨🎶. From the Blue Angels taking to the skies for their Homecoming...

Pensacola, FL · 2d

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This Unassuming Florida BBQ Truck Serves Ribs That Have Locals Coming Back for More

A food truck that once smoked whole Thanksgiving turkeys has also built a following for its ribs. That combo alone got my attention. The operation runs seven days a week, from late morning into the evening. It also sells delivery, which feels like a small gift on a lazy Florida afternoon.

Crestview, FL · 3d

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Night Moves Fest Takes Over Pensacola

Founder Robert Goodspeed is spreading the Night Moves Fest across town, and he says the point is simple: give people more reasons to come to Pensacola. Organizers are trying multiple venues and different genres, which Goodspeed says mirrors the eclectic nature of Foo Foo Fest itself. One day had a...

Pensacola, FL · 23h

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Airport Director: Terminal Overhaul Moves Forward

Security Checkpoint Construction to Start Within Months. Matt Coughlin says the designs are done, parking is expanding and the TSA has paused the program letting visitors escort passengers to the gates. Pensacola International Airport has reached 100% design on both its new five-gate concourse and its security checkpoint, and construction...

Pensacola, FL · 2d

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Got Something to Say About Your McDonald’s? The Costa Family Wants You to Text Them Directly About It!

What if sharing your opinion about your local McDonald’s was as easy as sending a text? Costa Family McDonald’s is making that happen. And the Local Pulse team likes it because it is unexpected and approachable. As the family-owned franchise expands with the acquisition of eight existing McDonald’s...

South Alabama, AL · 2d

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Costa Family McDonald's announces ambitious expansion plans

Costa Family McDonald’s has announced an ambitious expansion plan across Northwest Florida and Alabama. The company owns and operates 27 McDonald's restaurants in that region. Eight restaurants are joining Costa Family McDonald’s as of Oct. 29, and five of them are in Florida: 2807 Avalon Blvd., Milton 5004 Highway 90, Pace 123 E. Nine Mile Road, Pensacola 6485 Caroline St., Milton 3540 Highway 90, Pace In addition, the company says it is building two new stores – though it has not yet said where in the region. Construction is expected to begin in November, with openings expected in late spring 2027. According to a press release, as the franchise organization prepares to make improvements at these newly acquired locations, it is inviting customers to share their experiences, suggestions and ideas for how the restaurants can better serve their communities. All eight of the newly acquired locations now operate daily from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. “Our goal has always been to do more than just serve great food,” David Costa, owner/operator of Costa Family McDonald’s, said in the release. “As we continue to grow, we’re focused on creating new job opportunities, enhancing the experience for our guests and strengthening our

Milton, FL · 7h

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Celebrate Veterans Day with parades and more

The City of Crestview will host a Veterans Day parade at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7. The parade will also recognize America’s 250th. The parade will proceed on Main Street in downtown Crestview. Crestview native and bronze medalist Mia Manganello will be the grand marshal. Veterans Day Celebration on...

Crestview, FL · 23h

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WEAR Morning News Call in contest - tickets for dancing with the stars LIVE

Who is the prize provider for the Dancing with the Stars tickets?. Station Address: WEAR, 4990 Mobile Hwy., Pensacola FL, 32506. Contest Area: In Mississippi: George and Greene counties. In Alabama: Baldwin, Mobile, Monroe, Clarke, Conecuh, Escambia, and Washington counties. In Florida: Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Okaloosa counties. Contest Sponsor(s):...

Pensacola, FL · 1d

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America 250 parade to march through downtown Crestview Saturday

CRESTVIEW, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A parade celebrating 250 years of American independence is coming to downtown Crestview on Saturday, Nov. 7, and an Olympic medalist will lead the way. The America 250 Grand Parade starts at 11 a.m. on Main Street, according to the Okaloosa County America 250 Commission. Expect...

Crestview, FL · 1d

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You Can’t Beat The Fresh Seafood At These 8 No-Frills Alabama Shacks

Looking for fresh seafood at no-frills shacks in Alabama that are actually worth the trip?. These 8 unforgettable spots dish out Gulf-fresh catches and the kind of laid-back fun you can’t find just anywhere!. 1. Capt’n Snapper’s (Dauphin Island) That bright blue building sitting on Dauphin Island...

Alabama · 2d

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Loosen Your Belt For The All-You-Can-Eat Southern Buffet At This Unforgettable Alabama Restaurant

Nobody has ever driven away from Nelson’s Barnyard Buffet in Saraland, Alabama wishing they had eaten somewhere else instead. That’s not a guess, that’s just the logical conclusion you reach when you look at the food this all-you-can-eat Southern buffet puts on the table every single day.

Saraland, AL · 2d

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This 100-Year-Old Alabama Gas Station Is Now A Burger Joint Packed With Antiques

There’s a building in Daphne, Alabama that has lived more lives than most people ever will, and its current chapter might just be the best one yet. Manci’s Antique Club sits on the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay, and if you haven’t been there, you’ve been spending your weekends wrong.

Daphne, AL · 3d

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ALDOT grants support airport projects across south Alabama

MOBILE, Ala. (NBC 15) — Alabama is putting more than $73 million toward airport improvements statewide, including runway, taxiway and apron work at airports in Baldwin, Clarke, Conecuh, Escambia and Mobile counties. The funding combines $12.1 million from the state, $7.3 million in airport contributions and $53.6 million in...

Mobile County, AL · 2d

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The Gathering Place - Foley

The Gathering Place in Foley, Alabama is a great locally owned restaurant serving Southern comfort food for breakfast and lunch. 🏨Hotels: Cobblestone Hotel & Suites, America's Best Value Inn & Suites. 🐬Dolphin Tours: I personally love Cruise OB and Southern Rose. 📍Tours: Glow in the Dark Kayaking Experience...

Foley, AL · 1d

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Fairhope’s historic Hermit Hut is set to move to nature preserve

FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WKRG) — After more than 100 years standing in Montrose, a piece of Fairhope history known as the Hermit Hut is preparing for its new home at the Flying Creek Nature Preserve. Back in the 1920s, a man named Henry Stuart began building a dome-shaped hut when...

Fairhope, AL · 1d

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Friends of the Mobile Animal Shelter set Pet Vaccination Clinics

MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — The Friends of the Mobile Animal Shelter organization has several Pet Vaccination Clinics coming up. According to a FOMAS Facebook post, the clinics are scheduled for Nov. 7, Dec. 5, and Jan. 2, from 10 a.m. to noon at Little Flower Catholic School. The...

Mobile, AL · 1d