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Friday, June 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ann Leonard helped local quilters sew 53 handmade quilts in three months for Rapahope summer camp for children with cancer—next year's project will produce up to 80 quilts to bring more comfort to the campers. Panama City News Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today at the new Pirates Voyage dinner and show, music legend Dolly Parton is performing in Panama City Beach — local NewsChannel 7 reporter Jessica Foster reported live on the event. The performance has drawn attention as the venue opens to visitors. WJHG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ USA Today Florida Network's John A. Torres & Kimberly Miller advised residents to pack hurricane go bags with both comfort items and essential supplies as storm season approaches. Their guidance emphasizes the need for balanced preparation if conditions worsen. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ Hurricane season began on June 1 and chief Matthew Lindewirth urged residents to have an evacuation plan and keep emergency supplies for at least 96 hours—upgrades at the Emergency Operations Center will send real-time updates via Alert Bay while keeping evacuation orders for only when needed for safety. Panama City News Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ John A. Torres and Kimberly Miller from USA Today Florida Network explained that many residents evacuate farther than necessary during hurricane season and urged locals to review their escape plans—experts say proper routes help keep people close to home. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ U.S. Congressman Neal Dunn introduced the Streamlined FEMA Cost Exemption Act to the House on Thursday morning to stop FEMA from reclaiming disaster recovery funds from areas like Washington County, where a potential $100 million clawback could hurt local budgets, and the bill would lower the review period from three years to two years—an effort Bay County officials supported—while Congress considers it later this year. My Panhandle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ North Bay Haven baseball coach Bobby Hughes retired after nearly 30 years in the dugout, winning 406 games + he will continue at the school by teaching physical education and driving the athletic bus as he plans to spend more time with his wife, fishing, and golf. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ Arnold High School's UF baseball signee Cooper Moss earned Florida Dairy Farmers Class 4A Player of the Year with a 0.63 ERA and 141 strikeouts this season and is one of eight finalists for the overall Mr. Baseball award, to be announced on June 9 *marking the first time a Bay County player has reached both 300 strikeouts and 20 home runs in his career*. Panama City News Herald
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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Color Our World: Music
2-3 p.m. — Bay County Public Library — Free entry — Experience an interactive musical adventure with local performer Miss Calliope focused on how music shapes our world.
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July 4th Salute to Freedom Festival
4-9:30 p.m. — Panama City Marina — Free entry — Celebrate the 4th of July with patriotic festivities and family-friendly activities.
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