Good morning, Panama City.

Panama City Beach will host the 2026 Gulf Coast Jam from May 28-31 at Frank Brown Park with headliners including Keith Urban, Chris Stapleton, Riley Green, and Post Malone.

Ticket tiers are nearly sold out, so fans are urged to secure their passes soon (dress themes vary nightly).

Kaleidoscope Theatre will debut The Producers: A Mel Brooks Musical on Friday, April 17, with weekend shows until May 3 at 7:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Sundays following a discussion with Lois Carter and Lauren Kolmetz on NewsChannel 7.

Florida gas prices jumped nearly 9 cents on Tuesday, Apr.

14, after the U.S. began a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, raising the statewide average for regular gasoline to $4.105 per gallon. Experts say the uncertainty from the ongoing conflict makes future prices hard to predict.

A Mosley flag football player is named this week’s Walborsky, Bradley and Fleming Student Athlete of the Week + school officials praise his sports performance and leadership in our local schools.

Bay District Schools & PanCare of Florida partnered to carry out the Second Chance Act at Bozeman High on April 13, 2026.

The initiative, prompted by a family loss in 2024, aimed to offer heart screenings for high school students.

Julie Spears from the National Kidney Foundation discussed the upcoming Emerald Coast Kidney Walk on Saturday, Apr.

18 at Harvey Dee Mathis Park as it aims to raise funds for kidney disease programs (registration opens at 9:00 a.m. with the walk beginning at 10:00 a.m.).

Local officials say residents should begin to build hurricane kits now because the sales tax holiday ended last Aug.

1 and hurricane season starts on June 1. Residents are urged to check supplies such as water, food + essential medications to be ready for any storm.

Equilla Gainer shared an emotional story at Bozeman High on April 13 during PanCare and Bay District Schools’ announcement to launch life-saving EKG screenings for student-athletes.

The program aimed to detect heart issues early and offer families added peace of mind.

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.

Tree Giveaway

8-11 a.m. — Oaks by the Bay Park — Free trees for residents — Grab two free trees to help restore the urban canopy after Hurricane Michael.

Dave Koz Summer Horns Concert

12:00 – 8:30 PM — Aaron Bessant Park Amphitheater — Ticket prices not specified — Experience a day of smooth jazz with renowned musician Dave Koz and friends at this exciting festival.

Blessing of the Fleet & Fish Fry

10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Panama City Marina — Proceeds benefit local services for brain injury survivors — Celebrate with fish, festivities, and the unique tradition of Sock Burning.

Panama City Beach Gulf Coast IRONMAN 70.3

Time to be announced — Edgewater Beach & Golf Resort — Entry fees vary — Experience a challenging triathlon amidst stunning emerald waters and white sand beaches.