Good morning, Panama City.

Local singer Sharon Marie talks about her entry in the Star-Spangled Sing-Off and asks residents to vote before voting closes on June 28.

The contest will reveal the winner on July 2 and offers an all-expenses-paid trip to Nashville.

A PenAir Credit Union adviser says families can enjoy a memorable summer by cutting small expenses (such as loaded teas) and visiting local attractions instead of spending on faraway trips.

She also noted the Panama City Beach branch will open later in August.

A 24-inch water line broke at the water plant near Navy Blvd and McElvey Rd and is leaving the east end without water.

Officials will issue a boil water notice — details on restoration will follow.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier launched an investigation on June 23 over CVS Health's practice of steering patients to its own stores and favoring its pharmacy network, a move that could limit choices for local consumers.

Inspections from June 15 to 21 showed that some Bay restaurants met health standards while Barefoot Hide A Way Grill, Grand Marlin Restaurant and Shoreline Bar and Grill in Panama City Beach reported high priority violations.

The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation found issues (including expired licenses and unsafe food temperatures) that require follow-up.

The fourth annual Bay Point Billfish Open is underway at Point South Marina in Panama City Beach, running since Tuesday and continuing until Sunday.

Offshore fishing teams compete in a catch-and-release tournament while live music and events (including a boat parade starting Thursday, 10 a.m.) attract big crowds.

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.