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Friday, April 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Wild. Root. Coffee and Tea opened a new shop in downtown Panama City in February, offering organic coffee, herbal teas, quick meals, and a variety of plants like succulents and air plants. Owners Eric Marcus and Chandra Hartman said they want the shop to boost the local walkable vibe (open Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.). Bay County Coastal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A casual two-hour drive to a Florida beach sparked Maestro Sergey Bogza’s dream to lead the Panama City Symphony Orchestra and he has turned that dream into reality as the music director and conductor. He aims to inspire future generations as the orchestra prepares for its 30th season — a journey that began with a simple getaway and a lifelong passion for music. WJHG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eduardo Anastacio, a language assistant at Patronis Elementary School, was named a finalist among Florida’s top five school-related employees on Thursday after being Bay District Schools’ support employee of the year—he will head to the state competition soon as he pursues his teaching certification and teaches English to 38 foreign students. WJHG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado State University forecasters predict the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season will have 17 named storms, 9 hurricanes, and 4 major hurricanes — and warn there is an above-average chance that a major hurricane will hit the U.S. or Caribbean. Residents in Panama City should prepare as warmer Atlantic waters fuel storm development later this season. Panama City News Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ FDOT will close Brook Forest Drive on the south side of the Highway 390 intersection beginning Monday, April 7 for a Mills Bayou Bridge replacement project, and drivers will use 43rd Street and Transmitter road until early 2026 — construction crews ask motorists to obey a 30 mph speed limit. The project will later expand Highway 390 from 2 lanes to at least 4 lanes between Highway 77 and Highway 231. My Panhandle
- ➤ Local candidate Josh Street, a lifelong resident running for re-election in Ward 4 today, unveiled a 10-step plan to boost the city's finances and improve critical infrastructure without raising taxes. His plan will use business leaders to review spending, fight for FEMA reimbursements on hurricane-damaged roads, modernize utility billing, cut debt faster, and eliminate redundancies — aiming to save millions for Panama City. Bay County Coastal
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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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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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.
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