The Blue Wahoos Stadium has been a huge part of the culture of Pensacola for at least the past decade. People on vacation and locals alike have come to a ballgame simply for the experience. With the view of the bay, hot dogs, and fun music, it truly is one of Pensacola’s best fun things to do.
Behind the Scenes at Pensacola FC: Competitiveness and Talent Development
During the final day of the SEC Women’s Soccer Tournament back in November, local businesses set up their booths before the game for the fan fest. One of the booths present during the event is for our local soccer club, Pensacola FC, and we arranged a visit for an article. A few weeks ago, I had the honor to attend one of the club’s tryouts and speak to some figures within the club. What I heard was nothing short of passion and competitiveness.
Staff Picks: Sweet Treats
A dessert every once in a while is a great thing to cheer you up. It can be a reward, a surprise, or anything in between bringing joy to yourself or someone else you care about. Each person has their own taste and interest. That’s what makes the world of sweet treats so interesting; there is something for everyone no matter what. The staff of the Corsair have gathered their favorite spot for baked goods for you to learn about, discover, and explore.
PSC’s Formidable Jamey Jones Holds Party for Third Poetry Book
On March 13 at 3:00pm, PSC’s own Jamey Jones from the English Department celebrated his third poetry book titled Under the Big Span of Small Regards. While the book was launched in 2024, it has not had its own official release party in Jones’ hometown, as the original release party took place in Brooklyn, New York.
Student Excellence Awards
Each year, Pensacola State College holds an award ceremony to recognize excellence in students. It includes the All-Florida Academic Team, PSC Department Scholars, Leadership Awards, PSC Program Scholars, Service Awards, Academic Excellence, the Sharlene E. Burkhardt Award, and more.
Spring Has Sprung: Searching for Wildflowers in Pensacola
Florida is home to many beautiful aspects of nature. The first thing many think of is its beach, but it has more than just that. It is also home to many beautiful wildflowers. As spring is now in full swing, let us take a look at some of Pensacola’s native flowering species.
Beach Clean-up Extravaganza
On Saturday, April 5, Pensacola State College English professor, Mike Will, organized a beach clean-up for his Composition II students’ semester projects.
More Pensacola Expansion: Two New Hotels to Be Built Downtown
As Pensacola has experienced explosive growth in tourism in recent years, the city has been forced to respond to this need. The new Three-Mile Bridge, for instance, was one way the city responded to this uptick in visitors. This rise in tourism has resulted in larger companies’ further interest in developing businesses and infrastructure in the area.
Fin-Flipping Fun: Pensacola Beach’s Gulf Coast Whale Fest
On April 12, people from all over the Gulf Coast excitedly gathered at the Gulfside Pavilion at Pensacola Beach to celebrate the second-annual Gulf Coast Whale Festival. Hosted by Healthy Gulf, a non-profit organization fighting for the conservation and restoration of the Gulf of America’s natural resources, the Gulf Coast Whale Festival brought together local research labs, wildlife refuges, scholarly programs, and environmental organizations to help promote the protection of endangered marine life (e.g. dolphins, manatees, etc.) and provide a “whale of a good time” for the locals.
Summer Shenanigans and Events
Hello Pirates! Summer is swimming up, and that comes with free time for shenanigans. To help plan for an eventful, memorable, spectacular summer, here is a list of events in the close and far local area with 2 events for every summer month.