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Panama City
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Panama City Beach will host a Tourism Appreciation Day celebration on Wednesday to honor the local tourism industry. Local organizers plan activities that highlight how visitors support local businesses. WJHG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gray Media has reached an agreement that restores its local TV stations to the DISH lineup, with WJHG available immediately for local news, weather & sports. The move ensures panhandle viewers can access NBC and CBS programming. WJHG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Oko will celebrate 10 years of fashion and community support in Panama City — the event marks a decade of style and local pride, with plans to highlight ongoing community ties. WJHG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rutherford student Sophia Cherek received the Rhoda H. Molk Memorial Fund of Raymond James Charitable Scholarship that awards $17,760 per year for up to four years at her senior recognition ceremony on Apr. 23 in Panama City. The award honors her academic excellence and National Merit distinction. Panama City News Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Day 2 of Hurricane Preparedness Week (May 4) provided local residents with essential steps to prepare for the upcoming hurricane season while the National Hurricane Center and National Weather Service urged people to gather supplies, plan evacuations, and check insurance to stay safe during storms. Panama City News Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ FDOT is expanding US 98 from Mandy Lane to Richard Jackson Boulevard with six lanes, bicycle lanes, and sidewalks; the first segment is slated to finish this year and the full project in 2027, though local businesses report a 25-40% drop in traffic visits due to construction. WJHG
- ➤ Panama City leaders, including Keith Gross, Luke Murphy, Jim Norton, Evan Power, Austin Rogers and Audie Rowell, are holding a workshop to plan new development along Martin Luther King Boulevard corridor — officials are exploring strategies to boost the area. WJHG
- ➤ Hurricane season is coming so Panama City residents should check FEMA’s website to see if their home is in a high-risk area; those with government backed mortgages need to buy flood insurance at least 30 days before it takes effect. Panama City News Herald
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Panama City Beach readies for Mother’s Day with brunch spots, hikes, zoo trips, spa visits and picnic options across Bay County. Locals can choose popular venues (like First Watch, ZooWorld and The Spa in Seaside) to celebrate moms on their special day. Panama City News Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jack Glover led North Bay Haven's spring football practice in Panama City on April 30 — his first day as the new coach, setting the stage for the team's upcoming season. Panama City News Herald
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Panama City Beach Gulf Coast IRONMAN 70.3
Time to be announced — Edgewater Beach & Golf Resort — Entry fees vary — Experience a challenging triathlon amidst stunning emerald waters and white sand beaches.
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Unlocking the Secrets to Probate & Curative Title
6-8 p.m. — FINNS Island Style Grub — Free entry — Delve into probate and curative title strategies with expert Al Nicoletti for savvy investors.
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Full Moon and Blue Moon Exploration
2-3 p.m. — Bay County Public Library — Free entry — Delve into fascinating insights on full moons and blue moons with the library’s NASA Ambassador.
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Gulf Coast Jam with Riley Green
12–3 PM — Frank Brown Park — Free entry — Celebrate the 6th Annual Jam on the Coast with live music and community spirit.
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