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Sunday, April 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Panama City hosted the 'walk in my shoes' event that began in the Florida Keys and traveled across the state—bringing local residents a unique chance to experience community stories firsthand. WJHG
- ➤ Lauren’s Kids Foundation held a walk in Panama City to raise awareness of child abuse and sexual assault. Participants at the Gulf Coast Children’s Advocacy Center picked up event shirts and friendship bracelets and walked a two mile loop with an optional five mile route—Uber codes were provided to help participants return to their vehicles. My Panhandle
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Panama City Police Department is investigating an accident at the intersection of 23rd Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd — they ask drivers to avoid the area until they learn more. WJHG
- ➤ The city sent heartfelt condolences to the Santiago family after Donna Santiago died in a car accident, noting that first responders (police, fire department, and EMS) acted swiftly at the scene. Bay County Coastal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Natalie Kessler opened First Choice Business Brokers of Northwest Florida in February and her Panama City Beach office now helps local entrepreneurs sell or buy businesses using free valuations and buyer representation services—her experience in marketing and advertising drives her commitment to guide clients. Bay County Coastal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The ASCENT program held its third annual Technology Expo at FSU Panama City on Saturday — kids launched bottle rockets, played Minecraft, visited a mobile planetarium and operated sphere bots — to spark interest in STEM careers. The $23 million program, partly funded by Triumph Gulf Coast and FSU Panama City, aims to build the IT and cybersecurity workforce — it developed a K–12 initiative for students in eight coastal counties impacted by the BP oil spill — and prepares youth for a future with artificial intelligence. My Panhandle
- ➤ Hutchison Elementary School in Panama City Beach earned Legacy status in the Leader in Me program—an honor given to only 21 schools worldwide that shows a strong commitment to student leadership and academic excellence. Bay District Schools announced the achievement, noting it reflects years of continuous improvement by the school community. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ On Saturday, twenty middle school girls with Girls Inc. learned basic camera skills at the Redfish Film Festival — they worked with a women-led production team at NASA and gained hands-on experience with professional equipment. The workshop aimed to inspire the girls to see themselves in future film careers. WJHG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Alzheimer’s Association Brain Bus will visit Panama City on April 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (CT) at FSU Panama City Campus to offer free support for families facing Alzheimer’s. It will then travel to Blountstown on April 29 from 9 a.m. to noon (CT) where trained staff will help families learn about diagnosis and caregiving steps. Bay County Coastal
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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Seashells and the Sound of the Sea
5-6 p.m. — Bay County Public Library — Free entry — Discover the captivating history of seashells and their significance in nature and culture with expert insights from environmental journalist Cynthia Barnett.
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