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Panama City
Tuesday, January 13th, 2026
Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community organizations including Alpha Kappa Alpha, Rebuild Bay, and the NAACP will host a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration on Monday, Jan. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the A.D. Harris Learning Center (819 E. 11th Street) with free food and gift card giveaways. Bay County Coastal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students start the spring semester with classes focused on trades, technology and AI. The curriculum also includes programs in nursing, hospitality and marine technology services to build practical skills. WJHG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews will start 30A drainage repairs soon, leading to road closures that may delay traffic. Residents should plan routes carefully + watch for local updates on the project. WJHG
- ➤ Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport held a groundbreaking ceremony on Jan. 9 for an expansion (80,000 sqft) in Panama City that adds three gates, six airline baggage offices, four baggage claim carousels, TSA checkpoints and various concessions. Panama City News Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and today at Ascension, Dr. Thomas Johnson introduced a new self-swab HPV test to help women screen for cervical cancer and debunk common myths (the test is aimed at early detection and prevention). WJHG
- ➤ A local pharmacist recommends healthy eating & citrus fruit consumption to boost immunity and prevent flu, advising community members to incorporate these habits year-round for better health. WJHG
- ➤ Doctors at the Cardiovascular Institute of Panama City say arrhythmias can make you lightheaded, dizzy and tired. They advise people to see their doctor right away and follow a low salt diet — add 30 minutes of exercise daily to keep your heart strong. WJHG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Jan. 12, the Bay soccer coach discussed the serious injury of senior star Ever Salas during a press briefing. He said the team is reviewing player protocols + treatment strategies as they plan their next steps. WJHG
- ➤ The News-Herald has begun voting for this week's FPL Athlete of the Week, featuring athletes chosen by coaches' nominations and game performance (voters can support their favorites). Votes remain open until noon Friday, Jan. 16. Panama City News Herald
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Rosenwald Documentary Red Carpet Event
6-9 p.m. — Florida State University Panama City — Free entry — Experience the premiere of the Rosenwald documentary with a night of film and star-studded excitement.
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Great Pages Circus
1-2:30 p.m. — Central Panhandle Fair in Bay County — Cash only — Experience thrilling acts and family fun at this exciting circus event.
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PCB Mardi Gras and Music Festival
11 a.m.-3 p.m. — Pier Park — Free entry — Celebrate Mardi Gras with music, prizes, and festive activities for all ages.
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Krewe of St. Andrews Mardi Gras
Feb 6-7 — Destination Panama City — Free entry — Enjoy the largest Mardi Gras celebration in Panama City featuring over 14 Krewes.
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~ Albert Einstein
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