Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of February.
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🏘️ Community
Panama City Beach's 17th annual Sports and Special Events Workshop witnessed a significant turnout, highlighting over 150 scheduled events for 2025 and showcasing the Publix Sports Park's role in elevating local tourism and business opportunities.
A comprehensive schedule of events ranging from art workshops to live performances is set for Bay County from February 18th.
🚨 Crime
An armed robbery occurred at the Krispy Kreme on 23rd Street in Panama City, with police investigating but the business remains open.
🎭 Culture
The Krewe of St Andrews honors royal traditions through lively events and parades for the Panama City Mardi Gras.
🎓 Education
Tommy Smith and Merritt Brown schools in Panama City, Florida, celebrated the opening of new classroom buildings on Valentine's Day, February 14, 2025.
🌲 Environment
Panama City Beach will conduct a controlled burn over 177 acres in Conservation Park on Tuesday to prevent wildfires and maintain ecosystem health, affecting trail access.
🏛️ Government
Floridians affected by 2024 hurricanes have until May 1, 2025, to file taxes, with the IRS offering tools and extensions for submitting and tracking refunds.
The Bay County Jail is undergoing a $4.3 million expansion to add a 16,000-square-foot facility designed to house 150 inmates for the Lifeline Program, focusing on addiction treatment, funded by legislative appropriation and a lawsuit settlement with opioid manufacturers.
🎉 Panama City Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Truth Tellers Writing Workshop at Bookish Boutique
This workshop focuses on accessing and expressing one's authentic voice through storytelling and creative writing techniques.
Emerald Coast Cruizin' Automotive Festival
An annual automotive festival in Panama City Beach featuring classic and modified vehicles, food vendors, and family-friendly activities.
Bay Arts FLLUXE Arts Festival
The Bay Arts FLLUXE Arts Festival features local, national, and international artists showcasing vibrant art throughout downtown Panama City.
Evening of Poetry and Spoken Word at Capstone House
A gathering featuring local poets showcasing their creativity in a warm and inviting atmosphere at Capstone House.
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