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Tuesday, April 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Panama City Beach will host the Kentucky Derby-themed fundraiser Hats and Horses this Saturday, May 3rd from 3 to 6:30 p.m. The event is set at the new Krewe of Dominique Youx Event Center on Holley Wood Rd—tickets cost $45 and all proceeds will benefit Club 360 to support local women. My Panhandle
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Three high school seniors from Concord-Carlisle High School died in an SUV crash on Highway 98 near Panama City on Monday during their spring break trip—one student remains in critical condition as Florida authorities continue their investigation. WJHG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new 60,000-square-foot Amazon delivery station opened April 28 at 7801 Commerce Blvd — in a former FedEx ground facility owned by the Port Authority. The station is expected to create over 100 full- and part-time jobs and more than 100 driver opportunities while improving delivery speeds for customers in Northwest Florida. Panama City News Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tiffany April Leigh Braddock, 37, faces a competency hearing on May 16 in Panama City as she is accused of stabbing her 73-year-old mother — who allegedly abused her — on July 24 last year and will remain in Bay County Jail if deemed incompetent. My Panhandle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florida State University has picked Drew Allen to lead InSPIRE—its multimillion-dollar institute focused on aerospace research and building a strong STEM workforce. Allen, who brings over 20 years of military aviation experience including flying every modern USAF fighter jet, will start on June 1 to boost industry partnerships and applied research in defense and manufacturing. WJHG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Forest Service has contained most wildfires in Bay County, with three fires at 100% containment and one small fire 75% contained (covering only a quarter acre). Rain is forecast for today with a 20% chance of showers in the afternoon, though thunderstorms may increase fire weather risks as Hurricane season starts on June 1. Panama City News Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bay County high school softball district tournaments are underway as six teams vie for a playoff berth. In Class 2A No. 1 North Bay Haven is set to play today against the winner of Walton versus Rutherford — matchups in Classes 3A, 4A and 5A are scheduled from April 28 to May 1 to decide district champions. Panama City News Herald
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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Gulf Coast Jam Country Music Festival
May 29- June 1 — Frank Brown Park — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the vibrant country music scene over four days in beautiful Panama City Beach.
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