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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.

CRIME NEWS

  • Panama City man Wesley Hickingbottom was arrested Thursday after he allegedly shot his cousin during a card game argument in the 1300 block of Gray Ave in Cedar Grove—the victim drove himself to a hospital and Hickingbottom now faces charges including aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.  My Panhandle
  • A man wanted for Mississippi parole violations was arrested in Panama City after deputies responded on July 23 to a shooting in Cedar Grove that injured one person and left a vehicle with six bullet impacts+ he now faces charges including aggravated assault and weapons offenses while the victim is expected to survive.  WJHG

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • FDOT said drivers will face intermittent lane closures and resurfacing work on U.S. 98, S.R. 71, U.S. 90, S.R. 77 and I-10 from Sunday, July 27 through early August in Bay, Jackson, Holmes and Washington counties. Motorists should heed advanced warning signs and reduced speed limits—speeding fines double when workers are present—while planning their trips.  WJHG

HEALTH NEWS

  • The Florida Department of Health reported 13 cases of Vibrio vulnificus and four deaths this year—with new cases in Bay and Okaloosa counties—as of July 24. The bacteria thrive in warm brackish water and can quickly damage tissue if people eat raw seafood or expose open wounds, officials said.  Panama City News Herald

EVENTS

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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.

    Thu, 7/31/25

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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.

    Tue, 8/5/25

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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.

    Sat, 8/9/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 8/14/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 8/15/25

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  • Dale Jones Comedy Show

    8:30 PM – 7:00 PM — Beaches Comedy Club — Tickets are non-refundable — Experience a night of high-energy comedy with Dale Jones featuring improvised and animated performances.

    Sat, 8/23/25

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