Good morning, Panama City.

Panama City Rescue Mission seeks community support to expand its women’s transitional living program with a new shelter that could serve an additional 31 people.

The nonprofit, which currently houses 23 women and children, is fundraising $534,000 and hopes to complete the shelter by fall.

The Tourist Development Council voted Tuesday to pause plans for Sabre Center — an eight-court sports facility at Publix Sports Park — after spending over $1 million on design.

It will search for a new site to address parking and space issues with input from St. Joe.

Panama City leaders and Unity Chorus of NWFL kicked off Pride Month on Saturday, June 6 in downtown as Bay County residents joined in the celebration of diversity and inclusion.

A man was bitten by a bull shark while fishing near Fort Pickens on June 5 and another person was treated for a shark-related injury at the NAPS Marina in Panama City at 11:45 a.m. on June 8, although such incidents remain rare in the Panhandle.

A Navy base employee suffered injuries to both arms after a shark attacked him at the NSA Panama City Marina Monday afternoon, and officials from NOAA and the Bay County Sheriff’s Office are investigating as experts say a bull shark likely mistook his limbs for prey.

The News Herald is running a poll until noon June 11 asking locals whether local government, lifeguards or beachgoers are best positioned to help reduce PCB drownings, following two fatal incidents reported this year — one male and one female victim.

Costa Family McDonald’s opened its newest restaurant on Panama City Beach Parkway Tuesday morning with a ribbon cutting ceremony that featured the Hamburglar and Birdie (checks were presented to local services).

It now offers 24/7 service and creates 75 jobs for the community.

Haney Technical College purchased a plane with a $150,000 grant—funds that will provide hands-on training at its new East Extension Campus and bring the aircraft to Apalachicola Airport via inspection within the next two weeks.

Residents in Panama City and across Florida experienced a 6.1 earthquake on June 8 that originated off Cuba.

Seismic experts say the tremor, one of the Gulf's strongest since 1950, was felt statewide & highlights the rare occurrence of such activity in our area.

The FHSAA revised its shot clock rule for high school basketball, making the 35-second clock mandatory only in state semifinals and championship games starting next season due to cost-saving measures.

Officials said teams may use shot clocks during regional playoffs if available (FHSAA expects to reassess the policy next summer).

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.