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Panama City
Sunday, February 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Historical Society of Bay County has opened Bayside Bounty, a two-year culinary heritage exhibit at its museum. The kickoff event featured a sold-out shrimp boil — with sausage and corn and live music — and community members are invited to visit on the 22nd. WJHG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Douglas Tallamy, an insect expert, will speak Saturday, March 21 at Captain Anderson’s Event Center about transforming yards into natural habitats—his talk Homegrown National Park will encourage locals to plant native species to benefit local wildlife. Bay County Coastal
- ➤ Florida residents do not have an eclipse this weekend but can prepare for a total lunar eclipse on March 3 as the moon sets before totality and a partial lunar eclipse on Aug. 27 to 28 with 96% coverage; a total solar eclipse on Aug. 12 will not be visible in Florida. Panama City News Herald
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Two Bay County beaches in Panama City ranked high in Tripadvisor’s 2026 Travelers’ Choice Awards, with St. Andrews State Park at No.8 & Panama City Beach at No.11 based on millions of reviews. Florida claimed seven of the top 15 spots nationally. Panama City News Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bozeman beat Arnold 8-2 in Friday's high school baseball game in Panama City — a five-run fourth inning and strong relief pitching drove the win, lifting Bozeman's record to 4-1 while Arnold fell to 3-2. Panama City News Herald
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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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Boston Richey Live Performance
4:30-7 p.m. — Central Panhandle Fair in Bay County — Tickets required — Enjoy an energetic performance by Real Boston Richie in a lively fair setting.
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Heroes Child 5K & Fun Run
8:00 AM — University Academy — $30 early registration — Run for a cause and dress as your favorite superhero while supporting local childcare scholarships.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Ryan Holiday
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