Good morning, Panama City.

United Way of Northwest Florida celebrated its annual meeting Friday morning — noting nearly $5 million was raised in 2025 to aid working families across Bay, Calhoun, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, and Washington counties.

President Gina Littleton said the nonprofit focuses on education, health and financial needs.

Dubai chocolate remains a viral hit as many U.S. versions are made locally instead of in Dubai, with some produced in Florida and imported from Turkey.

Local shops such as Angell and Phelps Chocolate Factory (in Daytona Beach) serve their own authentic-tasting versions following a viral TikTok video.

Skeez performed a country-pop set at Gulf Coast Jam on May 31 in Panama City Beach, drawing local fans with his unique style.

Bay Building Industries Association built a home over four months for Bay District Schools — after a Wednesday ribbon-cutting, it will serve as the featured home at the Parade of Homes this weekend with $20,000 from its sale funding construction trade scholarships as local workforce needs grow.

Operation Spay Bay reminded residents that rabies is deadly and urged pet owners to get vaccinations to protect against the disease today.

If bitten by a stray animal, contact the health department immediately — a critical step to prevent further spread.

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.

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.

STEAM Circus for 7-9 Year Olds

9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Gulf Coast State College — Cost info not provided — Engage in exciting science activities, technology shows, and engineering fun at the STEAM Circus.

Kaleidoscope Play and Learn

10:30 – 11:30 AM — Martin Luther King Jr Rec Center — Free entry — Explore, create, and discover through engaging activities for little learners and their caregivers.

Grand Slam World Series of Baseball @ The Beach Session III

June 29 - July 5 — Publix Sports Park — Registration required — Participate in a competitive baseball tournament featuring various age groups in beautiful Panama City Beach.

Real Fun Fourth: Star Spangled Spectacular

July 2-4 — Russell-Fields Pier — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with the Gulf Coast's largest fireworks display and festive waterfront events.

2026 July 4th Salute to Freedom Festival

4-9:30 p.m. — Panama City Marina — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live music, food vendors, and a spectacular fireworks display over St. Andrews Bay.