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Today's riddle: What happened to the pregnant cat that ate yarn? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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1. What's happening in Pensacola? See what's new, what's next, in food, business, traffic (pnj.com) — Pensacola is seeing a wave of changes, from Roger Scott Pool and Fricker Center upgrades to a new downtown Hard Rock hotel, fresh restaurants and a major soccer complex. Nearby, Escambia County is resuming work on the Pensacola Beach toll plaza, while Gulf Breeze and Perdido areas complete park and utility projects that could affect your family outings and daily commute.
2. Pensacola honors Wall South founder Lenny Collins with banner at Veterans Memorial Park (weartv.com) — Pensacola residents are being invited to reflect on the legacy of Marine veteran Lenny Collins, whose vision created the Wall South and ultimately Veterans Memorial Park, now honored with a new banner overlooking the memorial. The story traces how his efforts brought the first permanent Vietnam Wall replica to Pensacola, turning the park into a major place of remembrance for local families and visiting schoolchildren.
3. Escambia County to demolish Bob Sikes toll booth as Pensacola Beach Gateway nears end (weartv.com) — Escambia County is set to demolish the Bob Sikes toll booth on Pensacola Beach Road starting October 11, replacing it with a toll-by-plate gantry aimed at easing congestion and improving emergency access. While beach access fees will remain, officials say the $6.5 million Pensacola Beach Gateway project should smooth traffic flow and make the area safer for drivers, bikers and walkers.
4. Take Stock in Children angel mentor changes lives in Escambia County (weartv.com) — In Pensacola, longtime volunteer mentor Jeanne Meyer is transforming Escambia County students' lives through the Take Stock in Children program, which pairs adults with middle schoolers through high school and into college. Her steady presence, along with other mentors, helps local kids facing serious family challenges stay on track for scholarships, careers in helping professions, and brighter futures.
5. Pensacola beachgoers enjoy clear skies and high temps for Labor Day (wkrg.com) — Labor Day brought clear skies, hot temperatures and green flags to Pensacola Beach, drawing locals and visitors to the sand and surf. From birthday celebrations to post-race relaxation, beachgoers shared how they made the most of the calm Gulf waters and holiday break just a short drive from Pensacola.
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