Good morning, Panama City.

Downtown Panama City will host a free pet event—Spring Pup-alooza—on April 5 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Panama City Center for the Arts, where pet owners will enjoy live music, face painting, an agility course, puppy pools and a clay paw print ceramic class; 10% of proceeds will support Heartland Rescue Ranch.

The Dolphin Company filed for bankruptcy on March 30th amid an investigation into four dolphin deaths at Gulf World Marine Park—an inquiry led by state and federal agencies.

Officials and protestors urge a review of park conditions—seeking improvements in care for the animals.

Two suspects in a double murder in Panama City Beach were taken from Montgomery to the Bay County Jail—26-year-old Milan McKelvey, who shot two step-sisters at Sunnyside apartments on March 25 and is held without bond on first degree murder charges, and his mother Tangela McKelvey, who faces a $350,000 accessory charge bond, while Milan’s stepfather Marwan Gordan remains in Walton County jail.

Bay County will deploy the retired tugboat Captain Hornblower as an artificial reef next week to benefit local scuba divers and fishermen + the vessel will be sunk near Panama City as part of the county’s reef program funded by Bay County and the Fish and Wildlife Foundation of Florida.

City officials reported that the long-awaited restoration project in Mexico Beach added 1 million cubic yards of sand and extended the shoreline by 150 feet—steps that will protect homes and roads from future storms and support sea turtle nesting.

The project will be completed in two weeks.

Panama City Beach will enforce extra spring break special event zones from today at noon until Monday at 5 a.m. and temporarily close three public parking lots from today at noon until Sunday at 5 p.m. The measures — designed to reduce crowd problems — come as the city expects a large surge of visitors, and — additional closures are scheduled from April 10 until April 13 —.

Today, Mayor Tettermer announced new spring break safety measures for Panama City Beach after a shooting at Pier Park—these measures include law enforcement checkpoints to screen for drugs, illegal weapons, and alcohol, a ban on large bags that allows only small purses measuring 6 in. by 8 in., an 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. curfew for those under 18, and a ban on face coverings except for health reasons.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Redfish Film Festival

Thu-Sun — Destination Panama City — Ticket information available — Celebrate the art of documentary filmmaking in the heart of Panama City.

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.

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.

Cinco de Derby Celebration

4-7 PM — 30Avenue — Tickets available — Experience the thrilling fusion of the Derby and a Cinco de Mayo fiesta with a Big Hat Contest and piñata-smash fun.