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Thursday, July 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cortney Michaud (from Lynn Haven Animal Shelter) introduced Jet, a 3-month-old stray kitten with jet black fur who has been neutered and is up to date on shots (the shelter expects him to grow large). WJHG
- ➤ The Panama City Parrot Head Club presented the proceeds from its Rendezvous event to The Ark on July 9. WJHG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Calvin Eugene Williams, 25, of Panama City was indicted for trafficking methamphetamine and fentanyl on charges from April 2024 and March 2025 — he now faces up to life imprisonment if convicted. WJHG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officer Chase Shankle followed the wisdom of his grandfather, a former police chief from Tennessee, to overcome multiple rejections and join the Panama City Beach Police Department nine years after his granddad passed. He now leads the K–9 unit and is writing a book to share the lessons on turning failure into growth. WJHG
- ➤ The Bay County Tourist Development Council approved a reimbursement of $25,500+ meant to cover overtime and equipment costs for the Bay County Sheriff’s Office today as tourist numbers increase at the beach. Officials said the funds+ granted under state law will be used to boost public safety during busy weekends. WJHG
- ➤ Panama City's local government will change its meeting schedule—holding the mayor's town hall meeting every month except December on Saturday at 8 a.m. starting this coming Saturday and moving the commission's last meeting to 5:30 p.m.—and will host virtual workshops at 5:30 p.m. every first and third Monday to improve community input. WJHG
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Today at 8 a.m., over 100 jet boats set sail at the Panama City Marina for JetSet2025, the largest jet boat gathering in the nation. The four-day event started in 2021 (with 12 boats) and now expects 400 people (including visitors from New York) as it offers on-water adventures from the Marina to Cape San Blas. My Panhandle
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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.
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Back to School Bash: Backpack and School Supply Giveaway
4-5:30 p.m. — Keller Williams Success Realty — Free entry — Enjoy a grill out and pick up a backpack filled with school supplies for the first 100 students.
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US 5K & Half Marathon
8:00 a.m. — Conservation Park — Registration needed — Lace up for a fun-filled active day in Panama City Beach's scenic park.
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Field Adventures by the Bay
9-11 a.m. — Destination Panama City — Registration required — Explore marine ecosystems and discover local wildlife along St. Andrews Bay.
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On-Site Tour
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Senior Helpers — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living with exceptional food and care.
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Ninja 5K & 10K Race
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Callaway Recreational Complex — Registration fees apply — Participate in a fun and challenging running event for all skill levels.
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