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Monday, May 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Hand Up partnered with CPAR in a fundraiser that raised money with raffle tickets sold using prizes donated by market vendors, and the event featured a fish fry, live music and many vendors. A beach cleanup saw Ron Jon Surf Shop donate $10 per participant to United Way of Northwest Florida — adding extra support to the community effort. WJHG
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Florida Highway Patrol trooper tried to stop a red Suzuki sport motorcycle near Front Beach Road on Saturday night when the rider fled and lost control, crashing and ejecting from the bike; troopers provided aid until EMS and fire rescue arrived, but the driver died at the scene. WJHG
- ➤ A man in his mid-sixties drowned near Tropic Winds at around 4 p.m. Saturday with single-red flags flying, as bystanders performed CPR before he was pronounced dead at a local hospital — officials urge beachgoers to call 911 if someone is in distress. WJHG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday night, troopers initiated a traffic stop on Front Beach Road near Churchwell Drive for a red Suzuki motorcycle, but the 27-year-old rider from Panama City Beach failed to comply, lost control during the chase, crashed, and was pronounced dead on the scene—officials continue to investigate the incident. My Panhandle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florida State University Panama City will host the 2025 Fatherhood Empowerment Conference on June 11 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. — the event at 4750 Collegiate Drive will provide local fathers with tools and resources to support family stability. My Panhandle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Hurricane Center reports no named tropical storms so far in 2025, making it one of the quietest beginnings since the 1950s—good news for residents still recovering from last year's hurricanes. The center will issue tropical outlooks twice a day until November 30 to alert people of any developing storms. Panama City News Herald
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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Florida Panhandle Toy Expo
All day — Central Panhandle Fair in Bay County — Cost info not provided — Discover a treasure trove of toys and collectibles at this exciting expo.
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