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Real News: Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023

Mayor D.C. Reeves provided an update on a recent shooting that occurred on South Palafox Street, revealing that both the shooter and the victim were homeless individuals. The mayor expressed concern about the issue of panhandling in the community and its impact on public safety.

The mayor also discussed the success of the city’s first drop-off day for recycling, the SUN Trail proposals, the parking study results, and his latest talks with Baptist Hospital.

Chuck Presti discusses his debut novel “Covered with Flour.” The book is a coming-of-age story set in the turbulent 1960s and follows eight-year-old Carl Posey as he navigates racial tension, the Vietnam War, and societal changes within his Italian-American family.

State Rep. Alex Andrade provides a recap of the bills being approved the Florida Legislature’s special session.

Sip, shop and stroll around the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk when it turns into an artist and wine lover’s paradise at the 14th annual Pensacola Beach Art & Wine Festival on Sunday, Nov. 12.

Presented by the Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce, the festival is free to the public. However, to participate in the wine tastings festivalgoers must purchase a ticket and receive a wristband. Wine tastings will begin at 1 p.m. and last until 4 p.m. only.  The annual festival brings together dozens of local artists and approximately 20 wine selections from three national wine distributors, all in one place.

The full show for Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023: Sena Maddison, Alex Andrade, Lauren Clark, Meg Peltier, D.C. Reeves, Chuck Presti and Mike Dobuski.

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