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Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Capt. Ric Corely, a veteran boat captain, will speak about America’s inland waterways and their role in Bay County shipping on April 28 at 6 p.m. at the Bay County Public Library—he will show a video, answer questions, and display a ship model. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ The Healthy Start Coalition has revived the World's Greatest Baby Shower — a program that gives new and expecting parents vital resources — and the event will soon offer support, education and supplies to local families in Panama City. WJHG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On April 4, Surfside Academy held its second special needs prom at Captain Anderson's Restaurant and Waterfront Market. Students danced, took photos at a selfie booth and saw a prom king and queen crowned — school staff said the event gave them a positive experience. Panama City News Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is proposing a three-week bear hunt in December that will allow hunters to harvest 187 black bears across 31 counties via a random drawing for permits; state wildlife biologists will present rules in May and commissioners will vote on the plan in August. Some local residents oppose the proposal and call for funds from hunting permits to be used for improved bear management. Panama City News Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Panama City commissioners gave nearly $500,000 in Hometown Revitalization Program funds to local businesses in low- and moderate-income areas to update their buildings with new awnings, storm windows and doors, fresh paint, and new decks—recipients include Alice’s on Bayview, Hunt’s Oyster Bar and Seafood, Little Village, and FINNS Island Style Grub with FINNS set for major changes. The city will give more grants and use some funds for downtown parking and streetscape work soon. My Panhandle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Arnold basketball player Alex Steen announced he will transfer to Florida State University after playing at Florida Southern; he averaged 17.9 points and 10.6 rebounds last season and chose FSU over Kentucky, Louisville and Alabama—saying he is excited to compete near home under coach Luke Loucks. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ On April 7, Panhandle Gator Club members gathered at Rock’it Lanes in Panama City Beach to watch the championship basketball game— the Gators came from behind to defeat the Cougars 65—63. The win marked their third national title and first since 2007. Panama City News Herald
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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20Th Century
Kaleidoscope Theatre - 207 E24th St, Lynn Haven - Ken Ludwig’s hilarious adaptation of the classic comedy by Ben Hecht and Charles McArthur. The stakes are simple: will Oscar Jaffe, the egomaniacal Broadway director, con his erstwhile and glamorous leading lady, Lily Garland, into signing up for his next Broadway show? It should be a piece of cake, except that Oscar is bankrupt and Lily is now a movie star. It all takes place aboard the Twentieth Century Limited from Chicago to New York, so the clock is ticking.
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