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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ St. Andrews Marina is hosting the 28th annual Blessing of the Fleet today from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.—featuring a fish fry, vendors, face painting, a fleet blessing at noon, and burning of socks at 12:30 p.m.—with all proceeds supporting Second Chance of Northwest Florida. My Panhandle
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Coffee lovers in Panama City can expect a new drive-thru and walk-up coffee shop as 7 Brew Coffee will open late this spring to offer free drinks and hire 50 to 60 staff (adding energy and job opportunities for locals). Bay County Coastal
- ➤ Aldi is expanding in 2025 by opening over 225 new stores and has already opened more than 40—one of which is at 3157 West 23rd St in Panama City—to serve local shoppers ahead of summer. Panama City News Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Walton County man was found guilty of DUI Manslaughter on Friday after he drove the wrong way on Hwy 79 — causing a head-on crash near County Road 388 that killed a passenger and injured others; sentencing is set for June 12 at 9 a.m. WJHG
- ➤ Luke Kirkland, 45, was arrested and charged with first-degree homicide after allegedly shooting 48-year-old Alyson Jones during an argument at his Panama City residence on April 30 at about 9:30 p.m., with the firearm later recovered from a relative's home. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ On May 2, deputies responded to reports of domestic battery at Aqua View Motel and arrested a Georgia man, Robert Funderburk, who allegedly hit his fiancé—leaving her with visible injuries and prompting officers to recover a bloody wrench they believe was used in the assault. WJHG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Next Monday, May 5th, will be Cinco de Mayo, a day that celebrates the Mexican victory in the Battle of Puebla in 1862. On Friday, Juan Martinez of Juan Taco (located at 9902 S Thomas Drive) showed recipe ideas for chalupas and strawberries and cream. WJHG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Experts from Colorado State University predict that the hurricane season starting June 1 will be above average with 17 named storms—9 expected to be hurricanes with 4 as major storms. Local residents are urged to prepare by assembling evacuation plans and storm supplies since rising ocean temperatures may bring heavy winds and flooding. My Panhandle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bozeman High School’s baseball team advanced to the Class 2A Regional Final with a 3-0 win over Bishop Snyder as senior pitcher Lakota Johnson led the effort, while Arnold High School’s baseball team secured its spot in the Elite 8 with an 11-1 win over Choctawhatchee and will host Clay on May 5. In district softball, North Bay Haven won the title over Bozeman as Fort Walton Beach beat Arnold with senior pitcher Bre Clark reaching 1,000 career strikeouts. Panama City News Herald
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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Jelly Roll Live Performance
12-4 a.m. — Frank Brown Park — Tickets TBA — Experience genre-bending songs from the rising star Jelly Roll.
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The Red Clay Strays Concert
12-4 a.m. — Frank Brown Park — Free entry — Experience the musical journey of the Red Clay Strays from Mobile, Alabama.
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