Thursday, April 24th, 2025

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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mya, a chocolate labradoodle mix, was brought to Bay County Animal Shelter because her previous owner was deployed overseas — she was spayed and will be available for adoption today. William Rose also highlighted a 12-year-old bulldog mix named Stump that could not join the studio. WJHG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wildfires continue to burn across Bay County as long dry conditions and debris from Hurricane Michael keep the flames active. The Clayton Road fire spans 162 acres and is 90% contained — other fires remain active with little forecast of rain over the next week. Panama City News Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Municipal election results were provided in Spanish for local residents—details were published yesterday at 12:15 p.m. CDT. WJHG
- ➤ City officials and contractors showed reporters the progress of Martin Theatre's renovation on April 23 using computer blueprints (3D renderings) to display seating, design changes, and construction phases. The rebuild will continue as work remains in several sections. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ WKGC Public Media in Bay County faces potential federal funding cuts from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting as decision-makers in Washington consider changes that could affect its local emergency broadcasts and programming. The station, which stayed on air during Hurricane Michael, is funded through 2027 — it may have to change operations if cuts are implemented — while it works to expand its digital offerings. Panama City News Herald
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ With Mother’s Day coming on May 11, Panama City and Panama City Beach restaurants are planning special meals with seafood, Mexican, and brunch options — diners should check hours and call to reserve a table. Families can choose from popular spots including Firefly, San Marcos Mexican Grill, Capt. Anderson’s, Runaway Island, Harpoon Harry’s, and Another Broken Egg Cafe for a memorable celebration. Panama City News Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday night, Bozeman won 9-3 in Game 2 of the Class 2A region quarterfinals as Bolles made four errors that allowed extra base hits—forcing an elimination Game 3. Bozeman will play today in Jacksonville to keep their season alive. Panama City News Herald
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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Florida Hot Tub Expo
May 15-29 — Central Panhandle Fair in Bay County — Check pricing on various hot tubs and transform your backyard into a personal oasis.
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May the Cards Be With You!
6:30 PM - 10:30 PM — 4728 Bylsma Cir, Panama City, FL — Bring a dish to share — Enjoy a night of card games with friends and great food.
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Paint Night at House of Henry
6-8:30 p.m. — House of Henry Irish Pub and Restaurant — All materials included — Create strawberry vibes while sipping and painting in a fun atmosphere.
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Corey Hall Live Performance
6 PM – 12 AM — Burgunbarrel — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the soulful sound of Gulf Coast musician Corey Hall blending blues and folk elements.
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Night of Poets
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Panama City Center for the Arts — No refunds — Experience an evening filled with captivating poetry, music, and art performances that celebrate creativity and expression.
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