Good morning, Panama City.

Cortney Michaud visited the studio to show Jack, a 5-month-old tabby kitten from Lynn Haven Animal Shelter (neutered yesterday) who enjoys running and playing with toys.

Michaud also mentioned Capone, a 7-year-old pit mix (a rough playmate) as the shelter works to find him a forever home.

A two-vehicle crash at Business 98 and East Avenue in Panama City caused multiple injuries, with several people taken to the hospital—police closed the intersection as they investigate.

Panama City Ballet invites dancers of all levels to a casting call for its community production of The Nutcracker on Sunday, August 10th at 12:00 p.m. at Tonie's Dance Studio, 2342 Stanford Road, where every attendee will receive a role (casting call fee is $35); rehearsals begin on Sunday, September 7th and lead to December performances including a live orchestra rehearsal on December 10th, a special performance on December 11th at 6:00 p.m., a school show on December 12th at 10:00 a.m., and public performances through December 14th.

At Wednesday's Bay County Economic Development Alliance meeting, officials said Project Kilowatt—a marine manufacturing initiative making electric boats with composite materials—is in negotiation to create 285 jobs with nearly $31 million in capital while Project Forge, an early-stage aviation project, could add 1,400 jobs with a $250 million investment if it moves forward.

FDOT closed KOA Holiday Campground on July 15 after buying it for $15 million for the U.S 98 widening project—CVS Pharmacy near Hathaway Bridge was also acquired for turn lane changes.

FDOT spent over $38.2 million on 25 properties along Back Beach Road—construction will begin in a year.

Bay County is working to reopen the East Pass, a waterway that closed in 2001 and that local fishermen + boaters have long supported for a permanent opening.

County officials are now seeking a permit from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as more municipalities and lawmakers show backing for the project.

Today, Panama City Beach officials held a workshop on the 2025‑2026 budget — sharing plans that focus on keeping public safety and fire services strong while investing in road and stormwater projects.

Council members will work with staff to finish the budget by late August or early September, and it must be approved by September 30 — ensuring funds are managed wisely.

Bay County’s Florida Department of Health confirmed another death due to Vibrio vulnificus — a 78-year-old man vacationing on St. George Island got the bacteria through a leg cut and died August 4th after five surgeries including two amputations.

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.

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.

Teen Game Night

4:30-6:30 p.m. — Bay County Public Library — Registration required — Engage in exciting Switch gaming with peers in a fun, relaxed environment.