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Panama City
Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Emmaleigh Clegg appeared in the studio today to cover National Safe Boating Week as meteorologists shared safety tips with boaters in Panama City + urging careful navigation on the water. WJHG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rosenwald High held its commencement on May 15 at Tommy Oliver Stadium in Panama City. Graduates earned diplomas as school officials and retired U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Andre Goss guided the ceremony. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ Students in 12 counties will end school this week, with Madison County finishing May 21 and others letting out through May 29 or in June; there is no school on Memorial Day (May 25) and classes for the 2026-2027 year begin Aug. 10. Panama City News Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ El Niño is raising upper-level wind shear in the Atlantic, which may reduce tropical storm numbers as hurricane season starts on June 1; however, Florida residents should still prepare since one storm can cause major impacts. NOAA will issue its official forecast on May 21 plus updated outlooks follow. Panama City News Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Emerald Coast Behavioral Hospital urges residents to seek help during Mental Health Month if they feel low & battle negative thoughts; therapists stress that even occasional therapy can ease tough days. WJHG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Panama City Hurricanes Rugby Club practices every Wednesday at Aaron Bessant Park to build skills and community ties. The club will host a tournament on Aug. 15, giving locals a chance to see competitive rugby and family-like camaraderie. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ North Bay Haven’s softball team is heading south for upcoming tournaments—its coach outlined a focused agenda that stresses teamwork and strategy. The team will compete at several venues soon. 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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The beauty of a living thing is not the atoms that go into it, but the way those atoms are put together.
~ Carl Sagan
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