Sunday, February 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rooms with a Purpose, a non-profit in Bay County, Fla., gave a daisy flower-themed bedroom makeover to Oakleigh, a 15-month-old girl with cystic fibrosis, enhancing her living space for better health and happiness. My Panhandle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ One person was killed and another critically injured in a Panama City shooting, with suspects apprehended following a police pursuit. WJHG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The St. Andrews Mardi Gras celebrations in Panama City featured parades, live music, and a variety of vendors, drawing large crowds of locals and visitors. My Panhandle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bay District Schools initiated kindergarten registration for the upcoming school year with its 3rd annual Kindergarten Fair, offering a streamlined process for paperwork, immunizations, and community engagement. My Panhandle
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Margaritaville in Panama City Beach celebrates National Margarita Day by hosting their annual Margarita University, teaching attendees how to make the perfect margarita. My Panhandle
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Arnold Marlins boys soccer team secured their Class 5A state championship title for the second consecutive year after defeating Jesuit with a 4-3 victory in a penalty shootout. Panama City News Herald
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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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18th Annual Princess Ball
The Princess Ball is a fun-filled royal evening for girls up to 12 years of age and their special prince. This event encourages all fathers, step fathers, grandfathers, uncles, brothers, or caregivers etc. to put on their dancing shoes and take their favorite princess(es) out to the ball in a fun, safe and friendly atmosphere. It is a chance to put on your best “Prince Charming” and celebrate with your favorite princess(es). All proceeds benefit Girls Inc. of Bay County.
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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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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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1970s Musical Tribute by The Will Thompson Band at Panama City Center for the Arts
The Will Thompson Band will perform an energetic tribute featuring classic Rock, Disco, and Funk hits from the 1970s.
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