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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Today, Bear Creek Feline Center opens its doors with free admission so visitors can tour its exotic cat collection while donating gently used items to Goodwill in exchange for a voucher. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and offers volunteer opportunities + strengthens local nonprofit ties.  My Panhandle

CRIME NEWS

  • Norma Thomas was found guilty in a Bay County courtroom for giving her husband a pistol during a disturbance at a gas station—sentencing is set for Aug. 7.  WJHG
  • The Florida Lottery warned that calls claiming you won are scams and that you should hang up immediately and not share personal or financial details—winnings can only be claimed in person or by mail with a valid ticket.  Panama City News Herald

CULTURE NEWS

  • Bay County Historical Society has partnered with the Smithsonian Institute to present an exhibit honoring the region’s food culture — titled BAYSHORE BOUNTY 'The Culinary Heritage of Bay County'. More details about the exhibit and its schedule are expected soon.  WJHG

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Bay County Courthouse unveiled its new South Wing yesterday during a ribbon cutting ceremony in Panama City—officials including Commissioner Robert Carroll and Judge Christopher N. Patterson delivered remarks as attendees toured courtrooms and mediation areas.  Panama City News Herald

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 6/22/25

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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.

    Fri, 6/27/25

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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.

    Sun, 6/29/25

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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.

    Mon, 6/30/25

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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.

    Fri, 7/4/25

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  • Fleetwood Mac Tribute by Will Thompson Band

    7-9:10 p.m. — Captain Anderson's Event Center — Tickets from $0.88 — Relive the magic of Fleetwood Mac with an unforgettable tribute performance.

    Fri, 7/11/25

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