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Friday, January 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mae Bell Whitfield celebrated her 105th birthday in Panama City with a parade by local fire and police departments, highlighting her legacy as a centenarian with over 60 descendants. WJHG
- ➤ Florida law permits the use of fireworks on New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, and Independence Day, with exceptions for agricultural purposes, while local ordinances may impose additional restrictions. Panama City News Herald
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ In Panama City Beach, a contractor mistakenly connected a sewer line to a potable water line at the RiverCamps subdivision, affecting water usage for about 150 households. Panama City News Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Panama City man was arrested for attacking another individual with a machete and possessing methamphetamine, with another person also charged for meth possession. WJHG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bay County officials advise residents to insulate pipes and cover plants to protect them from anticipated mid to low 20s temperatures due to a hard freeze in the Panhandle. My Panhandle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida will enact new laws on January 1, covering various issues such as social media use by minors, voter registration, first responder protection, and more. WJHG
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Panama City real estate agent Carly Sostheim was featured on HGTV's House Hunters for her unique approach to selling waterfront homes within the city. WJHG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ North Bay Haven rehires Andy Siegal as head football coach, aiming to revitalize the team after a winless season. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ The News Herald invites readers to vote for their top male and female athletes of 2024 in Bay County, highlighting state champions and record-setting performances across various sports. Panama City News Herald
WELLNESS NEWS
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