Monday, January 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jessica Larson, a seasoned graphic designer, has moved to Bay County, offering local businesses and entrepreneurs specialized services in logos, branding, and web design to enhance their visual identity. Bay County Coastal
- ➤ The 38th Annual Boat Parade of Lights in Panama City lit up St. Andrews Bay with festively decorated boats, bringing the community together for a night of holiday celebration and awarding prizes to standout vessels. Bay County Coastal
- ➤ The Panama City Fire Department introduces Community Connect, a new platform for local citizens to provide emergency responders with crucial information, aiming to improve response times and community safety. Bay County Coastal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Eastbound traffic in Panama City is closed from Wilmont Ave. to Hickory Ave. due to a motorcycle accident, with officials advising drivers to find alternate routes. WJHG
- ➤ Panama City Fire Department successfully contained a fire in a commercial self-storage facility early Sunday morning, with an investigation underway to determine the cause. WJHG
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ IAG Aero Group announces a $107 million investment in Bay County to establish aerospace facilities, creating 500 jobs and marking a milestone in regional economic growth. Bay County Coastal
- ➤ The PCB Market in Panama City Beach, hosting over 100 vendors, inaugurates its first market of 2025, signaling a vibrant start to the year for local businesses. WJHG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tyndall Air Force Base boosts its security and mission readiness with the addition of Military Working Dog IInez, the first in over a year, expanding the K-9 unit to full capacity. Bay County Coastal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Potbelly Sandwich Works opens in Panama City Beach, fulfilling Zac Incaudo's dream and continuing his late father Daniel's legacy. Bay County Coastal
WELLNESS NEWS
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