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Panama City
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bunco With A Purpose Roll For A Cause will happen soon at Rooms with a Purpose to offer an evening of dice, laughs and community support. Panama City residents can look forward to a night that brings people together to raise funds for local needs. WJHG
- ➤ Panama City leaders + community members celebrated the reopening of Hentz Park on Feb. 13 with a ribbon cutting. Panama City News Herald
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The local luxury hotel earned a prestigious award (for exceptional service) Monday, Feb. 16 at a local ceremony. WJHG
- ➤ On Feb. 14, Publix at 2551 SE Highway 70 in Arcadia sold a ticket that won $1 million in the Valentine’s Day Powerball drawing. The winning numbers were 23+43+58+60+64 with Powerball 24, and the jackpot then reached $146 million. Panama City News Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show offers high-sea entertainment with buccaneer highlights as marketing manager Taylor Williams (for Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show and PCB Wheel) explains that families can enjoy a themed dining experience at the popular local venue. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ Twin brothers Lance and Isaac Bond have been walking across America for 138 days and passed through Panama City Beach—live streaming their journey and gaining over 56,000 followers—and plan to reach Santa Monica by their 22nd birthday on Aug. 2. WJHG
- ➤ Tammy Marinuzzi's photo exhibit '9,514 Miles: Walk, Witness, Connect' opens Feb. 21 at The Light Room in Panama City; she will display photos from her global journey that began in India and raise funds for schoolchildren there. Panama City News Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A boil water notice covers 21500-21824 Marlin Ave due to a water line break, and water should be safe by 6:00 p.m. today in Panama City. WJHG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lynn Haven is hosting its annual community health fair on Thursday. Residents can attend the event to learn about local health services. WJHG
- ➤ Health officials explained that knowing stroke signs and symptoms can save lives and urged residents to seek immediate care if any warning signs appear + the guidance was shared as part of a local Medical Monday campaign to boost community awareness. The advice aims to improve prompt treatment and outcomes. WJHG
- ➤ On Medical Monday, Dr. John Lewis discussed his study on polysaccharides and explained how nutrition impacts Alzheimer’s and multiple sclerosis research on NewsChannel 7 Today. His research was published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease. WJHG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Watersound Invitation is hosting a college golf tournament featuring top teams from Vanderbilt, the University of Arkansas, and Ole Miss (all ranked in the top 10) that will bring skilled collegiate golfers together soon. Local fans can look forward to watching competitive play in our community. WJHG
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MSBL Sunshine Classic 2026
All day — Publix Sports Park — Free entry — Experience thrilling men's senior league baseball action with live streaming highlights.
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Gumbo Cook-Off
10 a.m. — Mexico Beach Boat Ramp — Entry fee varies — Enjoy a flavorful competition with live entertainment and community spirit.
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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.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Your work is to discover your work and then with all your heart to give yourself to it.
~ Ryan Holiday
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