Good morning, Panama City.

Bay EDA announced a new partnership on Thursday when Global Impact Products LLC planned to open a window and door facility in Bay County by leasing a county-owned building on Bay Line Drive—this project will create 150 jobs with a $14 million investment and is expected to boost activity at the Panama City Port.

Bay County Sheriff Tommy Ford announced on July 14th that officers arrested 55-year-old Richard Bailey and Brittany Addis at a Cedar Bluff Road residence after a three-week investigation uncovered 91 felony warrants—mostly for fraud and racketeering—and that Bailey faces charges including sex offender violations while Addis is charged with assisting a sex offender and child neglect, with juveniles at the scene turned over to the Department of Children and Families.

Panama City financial advisor Mike Owens built a nearly 20-year career guiding clients in 19 states after a delayed start with Smith Barney, Citigroup, and Raymond James before launching Owens Wealth Management.

He currently serves as an Investment Advisor Representative with Cetera — offering personalized financial planning from his local office.

Certified hypnotist Tanya teaches a deep abdominal breathing technique she learned 23 years ago to help manage stress and uncomfortable feelings.

Her method instructs placing the non-dominant hand on the belly, breathing in to a count of three, holding for three, and exhaling to a count of six — a practice designed to boost calming chemicals like endorphins, melatonin, and serotonin.

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.

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.

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.

On-Site Tour

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Senior Helpers — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living with exceptional food and care.

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.

BCPL Virtual Book Club: The Grey Wolf

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Bay County Public Library — Registration required — Explore 'The Grey Wolf' by Louise Penny in a friendly Zoom discussion.

Class G License Requalification Training

7-11 a.m. — Gulf Coast State College North Bay Campus — Cost details not provided — Stay compliant with your Class G license through essential re-qualifying training.