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Saturday, May 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Panhandle Pioneer Settlement is hosting Bat Night today where visitors will learn about bats and see them fly in the night sky—organizers say the event aims to teach the community about these animals. WJHG
- ➤ World Changers is teaming with the Panama City Community Redevelopment Agency for the ninth year to improve local neighborhoods—two years after Rebuild Bay County and Bay Habitat for Humanity cleared a lot for a home, they now offer a transitional house to help those in need. WJHG
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday morning around 8:00 a.m., a man riding a motorized bicycle hit a car near Front Beach Road and Cauley Road — he was taken in an ambulance and received a citation for riding on the pedestrian sidewalk. WJHG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A multi-agency operation named Operation Staycation has arrested 21 illegal immigrants in Panama City with 18 taken in Bay County—four for entering without inspection and one facing felony reentry charges, officials said. WJHG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Hurricane Center issued its second tropical outlook on May 16 and said no tropical cyclone is expected in the Atlantic over the next seven days — a welcome update for residents still recovering from last year's hurricanes. The outlook noted that if a system begins to strengthen, the first named storm, Andrea, will be used and daily advisories will continue until hurricane season ends on Nov. 30. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ State and federal agencies are investigating Gulf World Marine Park but it remains open as local animal advocate Katie Bashore reported the park showed dirty conditions and algae in the water during her visit on May 15th. She is leading a peaceful protest today from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with the Empty the Tanks group to demand better care for the animals. WJHG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Life Management Center in Panama City works with local partners during Mental Health Awareness month to help patients transition back into society by offering new transitional housing, psychiatric care, and on-site treatments like Spravato (used for treatment-resistant depression). The center also provides crisis services and a mobile response team (available 24 hours) to support patients in need. My Panhandle
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A Jeep Jam event is coming soon in Panama City Beach where Jeep fans can enjoy fun outdoor activities – more details will be shared later – and everyone is invited to join. WJHG
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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PCPHC Charity Event
5:30-8 p.m. — Papa Joe's Bayside — Donation encouraged — Enjoy live entertainment by Shack N Up while supporting Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Bay County.
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BCPL Virtual Book Club
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Bay County Public Library — Free entry — Dive into 'The Grey Wolf' by Louise Penny with fellow book enthusiasts online.
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