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Monday, May 18th, 2026
Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents can spot a rare celestial event today when Venus and a thin waxing crescent moon appear together in Florida's western sky - check local cloud forecasts for clear viewing. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ Children enjoyed an up-close look at emergency vehicles during the Lynn Haven Touch the Truck event at the Lynn Haven Sport Complex Saturday. The police department hosted the event with agencies from across the Panhandle to foster community safety. WJHG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Buc-ee's is suing a Georgia convenience store for alleged brand copying while planning to open new travel centers in Fort Pierce, Ocala, Tallahassee, and Port Charlotte soon, adding to its growing footprint in Florida. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ Trane Lynn Haven hosted its annual Touch the Truck event to celebrate 30 years of service and manufacturing — drawing kids and first responders to view service trucks up close. The local gathering underscored the company's role in the community. WJHG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A local historian is unboxing 2,000 documents (revealing a woman’s story behind Panama City’s 1920 power couple) to offer fresh insights into our heritage. WJHG
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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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Couples Comedy Dinner & Show
6-8 p.m. — Collective Soul PC — $70 per couple — Enjoy a night of stand-up comedy paired with delicious smoked BBQ dinner and fun couples games.
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