Sunday, May 11th, 2025

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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ No Name Lounge reopened just over a week ago—hosting a luau party in downtown Panama City on Saturday to support Shaddai Shriners—and donated proceeds from food sales and raffles to fund transportation for children to hospitals. My Panhandle
- ➤ The National Food Drive, now in its 30th year, took place Saturday—residents placed nonperishable food in their mailboxes for pick up by letter carriers. The drive collected over 80,000 pounds of food that will go to groups like the Salvation Army and the Rescue Mission. WJHG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Panama City Police are searching for 13-year-old Jaclyn Dumers who went missing May 10 at around 2 p.m. near W 23rd St and Lisenby Ave and is described as having blonde hair and brown eyes (5'5, 126 lbs), wearing a pink sweatshirt, black leggings with red and gray llamas, black and white Nike shoes, and carrying a large brown purse; anyone with information is urged to call 850-872-3100 or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers. My Panhandle
- ➤ A deadly crash in Callaway on Friday night led to the arrest of 25-year-old Joan Sebastian Suarez Torres on DUI manslaughter charges after her Black Chevy Malibu rear-ended a GMC on the 4000 block of Hwy 22 near Bob Little Rd—her passenger died and three others in the GMC were treated for non-life-threatening injuries. WJHG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On May 10, an auction sold many newer former police cars from government entities at a bargain price (local bidders snapped them up quickly), marking a notable government surplus move. WJHG
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A local woman celebrated her 100th birthday on May 10th, sharing her belief that staying busy is the secret to a long life—her milestone marked a century of active living. WJHG
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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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.
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