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Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tickets for the 2026 Gulf Coast Jam (a four-night country music festival with headliners Keith Urban, Chris Stapleton, Riley Green and Post Malone) are selling fast as the last general admission tier is released. The event runs May 28 to 31 at Frank Brown Park, and buyers should avoid unauthorized sellers. Panama City News Herald
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Florida’s gas prices dipped slightly on Monday, with the statewide average at $3.934 per gallon—still $1.05 above pre-war levels—and Panama City prices coming in around $3.705 per gallon + experts warn that costs may rise if the conflict continues. Panama City News Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A free community writing class welcomes writers of all skill levels and will soon offer local residents a chance to learn & share ideas. Details on location and schedule will be announced. WJHG
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Girls Inc held a financial literacy series last Monday that used games and lessons to teach young women essential saving skills in Panama City. The event aimed to prepare girls for managing money in everyday life. WJHG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Skimboarders competed in the PCB Spring Break Skim Jam 2026 at Richard Seltzer Park on March 21-22, as Mr. Surf's Surf Shop + shore lb. sponsored the event. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ Panama City Panthers lost their first game of the season to the Georgia Grit 34-24 on March 23 as controversial calls and scoreboard mishaps affected their play. Now 3-1, they will host Jackson Iron-Hide on March 28. Panama City News Herald
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Owls of Colorado and Florida Presentation
3-5 p.m. — FSU Holley Academic Center — Free entry — Discover the fascinating world of owls with expert Scott Rashid, featuring his stunning watercolor art and engaging presentation.
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Lizzen Live in Concert
8 p.m. — Vibez — Tickets available — Experience a night of R-N-B with Lizzen and DJ Big Boi.
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Earth Day Celebration
9 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Oaks by the Bay Park — Free entry — Celebrate Earth Day with family activities including music, crafts, and a special tree giveaway.
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