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Sunday, June 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ For more than 80 years Bay County Historical Society hosted its annual Pioneer Picnic where community members enjoyed live music and shared family potluck dishes—reviving traditions from early town settlers. The society meets from September to May and offers free educational programs to the public. WJHG
- ➤ Panama City Dive Club held a beach cleanup on June 7 — gathering local volunteers to clear debris — in an effort to keep local shores beautiful. WJHG
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Bay County Sheriff’s Office responded to a vehicle crash around 4 a.m. Saturday that caused a massive power outage — several power lines fell and Wildwood Road/West Highway 98 was temporarily closed while FPL worked to restore power. My Panhandle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Panama City Police Department seeks help finding runaway 16-year-old Zoarys Vazquez, described as having brown hair, brown eyes (5′01 and 110 pounds) who was last seen at 12 a.m. Saturday near the 200 block of West 15th Street. WJHG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tim Meadows, a noted SNL cast member, will perform two live comedy shows at Captain Anderson’s Event Center in Panama City Beach on June 19 with the first show at 6 p.m. and the second at 8:30 p.m.—tickets are for ages 18 and up. My Panhandle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mexico Beach public works trucked extra shells from a three-month beach renourishment project to the boat ramp on June 6-7, letting locals collect up to five gallons per day for use in erosion projects. Officials said that, because the event was a success, more collection days will be set in the coming weeks. My Panhandle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission announced that no license is needed for saltwater fishing on June 7th — 8th; residents fished without a license yesterday and may continue doing so today. WJHG
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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