Good morning, Panama City.

Bay County residents can help with the Letter Carriers’ Food Drive this Saturday, May 10 when mail carriers will pick up non-perishable food items from mailboxes — donations will benefit local families in need.

On May 8, community events in Panama City featured an AARP Driver Safety Course at 8:30 a.m. at the Bay County Sheriff’s Office and trivia nights at The Place Downtown and History Class Brewing Company, while today in Mexico Beach the Punch on the Porch event starts at 9 a.m.—upcoming events from May 10 to May 15 include farmers markets, live music, sports activities and a Mother’s Day celebration across Panama City, Lynn Haven and Panama City Beach.

A Bay County man named Justin Kittley, age 36, crashed his black Ford pickup truck into the front gate of Patronis Elementary School at 6:06 a.m. Thursday morning—he was arrested for DUI and booked into Bay County Jail.

Two students from Mosley High School have been named National Merit Scholars today—Adelaide Genelin will pursue a law degree while Kaden Padgett will study mechanical engineering as they earned a $2,500 scholarship among 15,000 finalists chosen from over 1.3 million entrants.

Their achievement highlights strong academics and extracurricular records at the school.

Panama City officials announced that as part of the ongoing CDGB-DR Millville project, a stormwater pipe will be installed today at the intersection of N Church Ave and 1st Street; this work will make the Bob George Boat Ramp inaccessible from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. (residents are advised to use the Snug Harbor Public Boat Launch instead).

Navy Support Activity Panama City expanded its installation by purchasing 8.44 acres next door during Thursday's ceremony — Bay County originally bought the land in May 2010 and local officials attended the event to support the base's future growth and national security.

Bay County officials announced today that they will stop adding fluoride to the public water supply—completing the change in about 30 days to comply with a new state law and saving roughly $100k each year.

Residents with questions can call the Bay County Utilities Department.

Florida State University Panama City will start a bass fishing team and Fishing Club this fall, with the team beginning the fall semester in August for experienced anglers to compete at local, state, and national events while the club welcomes all students.

Administrators are working with Travis Page from Mosely High School to plan the programs — adding a new sports opportunity for the campus.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Jelly Roll Live Performance

12-4 a.m. — Frank Brown Park — Tickets TBA — Experience genre-bending songs from the rising star Jelly Roll.

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.

On-Site Tour of Superior Residences

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Superior Residences of Panama City Beach — Free entry — Discover top-rated senior living amenities and community activities during an informative tour.