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Saturday, May 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On May 6, BCSO responded to a vehicle burglary on Donna Avenue and an investigation later found over 25 vehicles burglarized and 6 firearms stolen between May 1 and May 23, while on May 24 officers responded near Bridge Harbor to over 10 vehicles burglarized and a firearm stolen; Criminal Investigations partnered with Parker Police to arrest Kayden Myers and Antonio Huff (Myers faces 15 counts of armed vehicle burglary, 7 counts of grand theft of a firearm and 10 counts of vehicle burglary, while Huff is charged with 4 counts of armed vehicle burglary, 4 counts of vehicle burglary, 1 count of fraudulent use of a credit card and a probation violation). Bay County Coastal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Panama City printmaker Brandie Dziegiel mixes letterpress and linocut techniques with themes of conservation, myth and memory in her new exhibit (Ecology and the Art of Printmaking: Prints by Brandie Dziegiel). The show at Panama City Publishing Company Museum (1134 Beck Ave) will be open until June 24. Bay County Coastal
- ➤ The Pepsi Challenge kicked off yesterday at Frank Brown Park during Gulf Coast Jam, where festival-goers took part in a blind taste test between Pepsi Zero Sugar and Coke Zero Sugar. The four-day event runs until June 1 and features live country music and food vendors — tickets are required for entry. Bay County Coastal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier launched a statewide criminal investigation into Gulf World Marine Park and its parent company after another dolphin died at the park. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is working with his office (to ensure justice and protect marine life) as the inquiry continues. WJHG
- ➤ Panama City held its city hall inauguration on May 28 — newly elected Mayor Allan Branch and Commissioner Robbie Hughes took their oaths as returning Commissioner Josh Street was welcomed back. Leaders stressed the need for unity and progress following challenges like Hurricane Michael. Panama City News Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Deane Bozeman School hired Bryan Normand as its new head baseball coach Friday morning—he brings years of experience from North Bay Haven, Liberty, and Arnold High Schools, including leading teams to playoff appearances and a district championship. Panama City News Herald
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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DAD GAMES 2025
1-7 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Panama City Beach — Ticket purchase required — Families compete in an ultimate arcade showdown to claim the title of DAD GAMES champions.
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2025 Boys Basketball Camp
9 AM - 12 PM — Gulf Coast State College — Cost info not provided — Campers will learn essential basketball skills in a fun and engaging environment.
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Panama City Real Estate Investors Meetup
6-8 p.m. — FINNS Island Style Grub — Free entry — Connect and share strategies with fellow real estate enthusiasts while enjoying a vibrant atmosphere.
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Panama City Beach Nationals 2025
June 22-28 — Edgewater Beach & Golf Resort — Registration required — Compete in an exciting national championship at a beautiful beach venue.
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Let Em Buck Scholarship Rodeo
7 p.m. — Central Panhandle Fair in Bay County — $6400 in prize money — Watch thrilling rodeo action at the Let Em Buck Scholarship Rodeo.
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Open House at 129 Malaga Place
2-4 p.m. — 129 Malaga Place — $990,000 — Discover this fully furnished beachfront duplex perfect for rentals or family fun.
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