Monday, April 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of April.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital welcomed NICU graduates and families today (with support from Palo Alto Church of Christ) to celebrate care from nurses in the only level three neonatal intensive care unit in the region. The hospital, which treats over 2,000 babies each year (a key service in the community), provided a reunion for parents and care providers to share their gratitude. WJHG
- ➤ On Sunday, families who had babies in the NICU gathered at the 4th annual reunion at HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital in Bay County to celebrate their milestones and share stories of healing — many continue to cherish the lasting bonds they formed with the caregivers. My Panhandle
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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