Thursday, January 2nd, 2025

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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Newschannel 7 covered the Beach Ball Drop New Year's celebration live in Panama City Beach, marking the arrival of 2025. WJHG
- ➤ Newschannel 7 reviews the major events of 2024 in the panhandle, highlighting community celebrations and a water advisory. WJHG
- ➤ Hundreds participated in the ninth annual Cape Sans Blas Polar Plunge in Gulf County, Fla., to welcome 2025, with proceeds benefiting South Gulf Fire and Rescue. My Panhandle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Bay County has lifted the 'Stop Drinking Notice' for RiverCamps after a bacteriological survey deemed the water safe, with officials advising residents to follow flushing guidelines. WJHG
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Panama City residents express diverse New Year's resolutions for 2025, focusing on health, happiness, and self-improvement. WJHG
- ➤ After New Year's celebrations, safely dispose of used or unused fireworks by soaking them in water and then discarding them with regular trash, while remembering that storing fireworks for future use is risky and not recommended. Panama City News Herald
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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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