Monday, March 31st, 2025

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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 31st of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Panama City Police Department is asking the public for help finding 16-year-old Caleb Leonardi, a white male with blonde hair, hazel eyes, 5′09 and 125 pounds; he was last seen Saturday near the 1000 block of Florida Avenue at approximately 3:30 p.m. WJHG
- ➤ Panama City Police are asking for help finding 16-year-old Caleb Leonardi, who was last seen on March 29 near the 1000 block of Florida Avenue at 3:30 p.m. wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black jeans and orange shoes and who has blonde hair, hazel eyes, is 5’9 and weighs 125 lbs (call 850-872-3100). My Panhandle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ FSU Panama City will host the third annual ASCENT Technology Expo on April 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holley Academic Center, where visitors can try hands-on STEM activities—launch water rockets, join technology demos, and enjoy food trucks—as part of a $23 million effort to build a regional workforce in cybersecurity and new technologies. Panama City News Herald
WELLNESS NEWS
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Stars & Guitars: Clint Black and Chase Matthew Live
7-8 p.m. — Aaron Bessant Park — Ticket information available — Experience a night of live country music with Clint Black and Chase Matthew.
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Panhandle Gem & Mineral Show
10 AM – 5 PM — Central Panhandle Fair — $5 for all 3 days — Explore stunning gems and minerals with a chance to win a large Amethyst Geode.
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Dog Easter Egg Hunt
10-11 a.m. — Dog Beach at Pier Park Panama City Beach — Free entry — Dogs of all sizes hunt for eggs filled with toys and treats on the beach.
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Summer Registration Open
Summer Camp Registration Opens Monday, April 14th! Call the Girls Inc. Center of your choice to register! The first 25 Active-Duty Military Families to enroll will receive a reduced rate.
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Calvary for a Cause 5k/Egg Stroll
Calvary Panama City is hosting this 5k and Easter Egg Stroll on Saturday, April 19 downtown at the Courthouse to celebrate Easter. All proceeds go to the Panama City Rescue Mission.
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Free Truist Family Financial Night
Attention parents and youth of Bay County! Register for a FREE event with dinner included that you don’t want to miss. Come learn about money with the whole family on April 22nd with Truist! Must RSVP by Wednesday, April 16th at https://forms.gle/BoRPM87wuovB1d8PA. 📍Location: Girls Inc. Center at the St. Andrew School at Oakland Terrace 2010 W 12th St Panama City, FL 32401.
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Redfish Film Festival
Thu-Sun — Destination Panama City — Ticket information available — Celebrate the art of documentary filmmaking in the heart of Panama City.
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Premier Events 7v7 Football Tournament
April 26-27 — Publix Sports Park — Registration fees apply — Compete in an exciting 7v7 football tournament for all skill levels.
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Comedy Open Mic Night
8-10 p.m. — St. Andy's Sports Pub — Free to attend — Showcase your comedic talent or enjoy a night of laughs hosted by Malcolm Xavier.
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