Friday, February 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Panama City Beach expands night-time beach closures during spring break to enhance safety, with a proven 91% decrease in nighttime incidents since its inception. My Panhandle
- ➤ Panama City initiates a project to replace water meters in response to residents' complaints about high bills. WJHG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Bay County Historical Society is set to host a free event on Feb. 24 showcasing Glenwood's history, once a vibrant Black business district, featuring speaker Myron Hines. Panama City News Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bay County history students were honored with awards for their projects at the 2025 Tom Barefield History Fair at Gulf Coast State College, showcasing diverse historical research to potentially represent their district in Tallahassee. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ Hiland Park Elementary School celebrated its annual leadership day, showcasing students' leadership skills through various activities. My Panhandle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A tornado warning has been issued for Bay County, with a severe thunderstorm near Panama City Beach moving northeast at 30 mph, indicating potential tornado formation. Panama City News Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division opened a new Acoustic Test Facility and Instrumentation building to support advanced sensor and system development for subsea and seabed warfare. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ Panama City Beach officials purchased a $2 million property for a new city hall annex to accommodate the city's growth. My Panhandle
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Chris Janson Live Concert
Country music artist Chris Janson will perform live at Pier Park in Panama City Beach.
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Krewe of St. Andrews Mardi Gras Festival
The St. Andrews Mardi Gras is the official parade and festival in Panama City, featuring over 14 Krewes and celebrated as the largest Mardi Gras event in the city.
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Saint Andrews Mardi Gras Festival
The Saint Andrews Mardi Gras Festival is Panama City's official celebration featuring a vibrant parade with over 14 Krewes and 30 floats, lively music, and festivities for tens of thousands of attendees.
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Saint Andrews Mardi Gras Festival
The St. Andrews Mardi Gras is Panama City's official and largest celebration, featuring over 14 Krewes, 30 floats, and activities that attract tens of thousands of visitors.
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Digital Literacy Class: Learn Google Docs
This class teaches participants how to effectively use Google Docs, a free online word processing tool, and requires registration due to limited seating.
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Panama City Beach Scottish Festival
This two-day festival celebrates Scottish culture with traditional activities and events, making it the largest and longest-running festival of its kind in the Florida Panhandle.
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Panama City Beach Scottish Festival 2025
The Panama City Beach Scottish Festival celebrates Scottish heritage through cultural exhibitions and activities, making it the largest festival of its kind in the Florida Panhandle.
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Truth Tellers Writing Workshop at Bookish Boutique
This workshop focuses on accessing and expressing one's authentic voice through storytelling and creative writing techniques.
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Emerald Coast Cruizin' Automotive Festival
An annual automotive festival in Panama City Beach featuring classic and modified vehicles, food vendors, and family-friendly activities.
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Bay Arts FLLUXE Arts Festival
The Bay Arts FLLUXE Arts Festival features local, national, and international artists showcasing vibrant art throughout downtown Panama City.
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