Good morning, Panama City.

Bay County is hosting a hurricane preparedness expo for residents to get essential storm safety tips + learn how to prepare for severe weather this week.

The event will feature local experts at a community center in Panama City.

The United Way of Northwest Florida hosted its fourth annual Play It Forward event yesterday in Lynn Haven, offering free sports gear and physicals (plus additional support) to local families.

The National Hurricane Center reports no tropical storm expected in the Atlantic basin, though forecasters are watching a moisture plume along the north-central Gulf Coast that may bring heavy rain later this week — residents in Panama City should stay updated on local conditions.

Two beachgoers drowned in Panama City Beach in May when strong rip currents made swimming dangerous, and the News Herald launched a poll asking if local government, tourists, or lifeguards + public safety agencies should help prevent future tragedies with votes open until noon June 11.

Senior Coleman Borthwick and junior Ryan Harless have been named finalists for the Florida Mr. Baseball award after standout seasons at the mound + bat in South Walton.

The winners will be announced after a vote by coaches and media.

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.