Wednesday, January 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A detailed schedule of Arts, Farmers Markets, and community gatherings in Bay County from January 1-8, featuring a variety of events including painting, art camps, live music, and trivia nights. Bay County Coastal
- ➤ Panama City residents have water service restored after a main water line break on Monday, though a precautionary boil water notice remains. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ The Panama City Fire Department emphasizes safety for New Year celebrations, advising professional fireworks shows and providing safety tips to prevent injuries and fires. Bay County Coastal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hispanic New Year's Eve traditions focus on various customs, like eating 12 grapes and wearing yellow underwear, to attract prosperity, love, and travels in the upcoming year. WJHG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Panama City Commissioners have approved millions in grant funding for essential infrastructure projects to avoid losing the funds back to the federal government. WJHG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Bay County officials are advising RiverCamps subdivision residents to cease using potable water after a contractor mistakenly connected a sewer line to the water supply, with remediation efforts underway. My Panhandle
SHOP NEWS
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Quarterly Chili Cook-Off and Bake Goods Auction
The Rainbow Girls Assembly #147 hosts a chili cook-off and bake goods auction featuring fun and prizes for all attendees.
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Basic Life Support (BLS) Training for Healthcare Professionals
This training course enables healthcare professionals to acquire essential CPR and lifesaving skills applicable in various medical settings.
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