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Panama City
Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Eligible homeowners in Downtown North and Millville can apply for exterior upgrade grants from World Changers + the Community Redevelopment Agency by May 31; over 100 residents have already benefited from the decade-long partnership. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ Local residents are urged to build hurricane supplies kits on a budget ahead of June 1 for emergency preparedness. Experts advise stocking essential items like water, non-perishable food, batteries, and flashlights by taking advantage of discounts + planning early to be ready if a storm hits. Panama City News Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bay High seniors celebrated their commencement at Tommy Oliver Stadium on May 18 when they earned diplomas amid cheers from family and faculty. Panama City News Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new forecast shows that during this El Niño season, Florida faces a 12% chance of a Category 3 hurricane or stronger hitting its shores (down from La Niña levels) with increased storm impacts possible along the Panhandle when hurricane season begins June 1. Panama City News Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sergeant Brent Roberts, who rescued boaters during a near-fatal water incident at Deer Point Lake on March 31, received the Hometown Hero Award and made a full recovery before resuming his public service role. WJHG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Panama City Panthers rallied from an early 8-0 deficit to secure an 18-8 win over Tri-State Phoenix Saturday night in Forest Park — the win improved their record to 6-3 and they will host the Port City Vikings on May 23. Panama City News Herald
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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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Breast Screening & Thermal Imaging Clinic
9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Hope & Faith Wellness, LLC. — Cost varies — Explore non-invasive thermal imaging for breast health with expert interpretation included.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
It's not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves.
~ Edmund Hillary
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