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Panama City
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Healthy Start hosted the World's Greatest Baby Shower as a resource fair on Friday, April 17th, 2026, where 40 vendors provided advice on safe sleep, car seat installation, and breastfeeding support (and introduced the new Team Dad program for fathers). WJHG
- ➤ Local organizers announced a new event at Roberts Hall and plan to reveal the schedule and attractions soon — residents are encouraged to watch for further updates. WJHG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bay County has announced a free Concerts in the Park series that starts tomorrow, April 18, with Dionzia Santiago at Under the Oaks Park in Parker and will include five more monthly concerts in county parks through September, offering local music + food trucks. Panama City News Herald
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Oil futures dropped to the mid-$90 range, but companies still pay over $133 per barrel for immediate delivery, keeping Florida gas prices high. Experts warn that with the ongoing blockade and supply gaps, pump prices are unlikely to fall below $3 a gallon soon. Panama City News Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Breakfast Point Academy teacher Grace Owens organized a Neurodivergent Walk for Autism Awareness Month today, where fourth and fifth graders read poems and sang songs about autism for younger students (emphasizing acceptance). Owens hopes to hold the event again next year. WJHG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida residents are reminded to review local ordinances before attempting to shoot a snake, as many areas ban discharging firearms in residential zones. The FWC advises trapping and releasing or humanely euthanizing nuisance snakes (within 24 hours) and warns that some species are protected. Panama City News Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Bay baseball team clinched its district title with a win over Rutherford on Thursday, marking a key season milestone. Local fans celebrated the achievement and look forward to upcoming games. WJHG
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Benjamin Franklin
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