Daily
Panama City
Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lynn Haven Animal Shelter featured stray dog Bucky during its weekly Shelter Spotlight as Cortney Turner and Donna Bell introduced the pet in need of a loving home. Residents are encouraged to consider adoption to give Bucky a fresh start. WJHG
- ➤ Lynn Haven commissioners voted last week to raise fees for animal services, and the local shelter says the increase will boost its ability to care for pets. WJHG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High school juniors and seniors will join a pilot firefighter training program at Rutherford High School next school year to earn their firefighter 1 credential. Students can work locally after graduation while continuing training at Gulf Coast State College. WJHG
- ➤ Bay District Schools is hosting School Counseling Week to emphasize student support through counseling + offer resources for improvement this week. The district has scheduled events to guide both students and staff. WJHG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local groups rescued 600 cold-stunned turtles over recent weeks and warmed them at Panacea's Gulf Specimen Marine Lab (a record effort). Nearly 200 turtles were released back into the Gulf after successful rehabilitation. WJHG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Publix Pharmacy offered discount cards for select GLP-1 medications including Wegovy tablets at $149 per month and injectable forms of Wegovy and Ozempic at $199 per month in a Feb. 4 press release. Eligible customers should speak with their pharmacist to confirm pricing and restrictions. Panama City News Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bay County honored its top boys golfers on Feb. 4 - repeat winner Cade Denecke earned Golfer of the Year honors while coach Luke Logan led the Marlins to a county championship win. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ North Bay Haven’s soccer team made history with a 6 to 0 win against Fernandina Beach on Feb. 4, reaching the Sweet 16 (for the first time). The Buccaneers, led by Hayden Kent’s four-goal performance, will host No. 5 Pensacola Catholic in the regional semifinal on Feb. 10. Panama City News Herald
-
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.
-
Fire Piano Show featuring Brandon Giles
5:30-9 p.m. — Neons Bar 72 — Dinner event — Light up your Valentine's Day with an unforgettable performance combining piano music and fiery entertainment.
-
Gaither Vocal Band Concert
5-7 p.m. — Hiland Park Baptist Church — Tickets starting at $90 — Experience unforgettable harmonies with the Gaither Vocal Band live in concert.
-
MSBL Sunshine Classic 2026
All day — Publix Sports Park — Free entry — Experience thrilling men's senior league baseball action with live streaming highlights.
-
Gumbo Cook-Off
10 a.m. — Mexico Beach Boat Ramp — Entry fee varies — Enjoy a flavorful competition with live entertainment and community spirit.
-
10th Annual Shaddai Shriner’s Rodeo
5 PM – 10 PM — Central Panhandle Fair in Bay County — $20 — Experience thrilling rodeo action and community spirit at this annual event.
-
KoSA Bougie Bingo 2026
5:30-11:30 p.m. — The KOSA Event Center — $15.00 – $800.00 — Experience a night of luxury and laughter with the Krewe of St. Andrews' bingo fundraiser.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you want to remember something, write it down. If you want to understand something, explain it to someone else.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Panama City
Welcome to the Daily Panama City, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Panama City, Florida community. If you like the Daily Panama City, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Panama City.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Panama City and across Florida. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Panama City
A free Panama City community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailypanamacity.com/sitemap