Good morning, Panama City.

A local contractor, David Blackerby — owner of Home Paradise Pools — is accused of stealing from customers after dozens reported incomplete work, shoddy workmanship and property damage, and he pleaded not guilty to fourteen counts in February while facing civil lawsuits, with the Department of Business and Professional Regulation giving him until Sept. 8 to reply before a hearing may suspend his license.

On March 12th, police responded to a domestic violence call at Sunny Side Apartments in Panama City Beach where Hailey Knowles was strangled by her boyfriend Milan McKelvey—who was released on bond and later violated a no-contact order by arriving armed at the home and killing both Hailey and Ashley—while Bay County continues to report the highest domestic violence rate in the state.

FSU’s Collegiate School at FSU PC is expanding as enrollment grew from 100 ninth graders to 300 students in grades nine to eleven in two years—students now take college courses on campus with FSU professors.

The program will add a 12th grade next year and gives priority to military dependent families to support local education and workforce needs.

The FWC approved new rules yesterday for lane snapper in Gulf waters, increasing the size limit from eight to ten inches and setting a bag limit of 20 fish per person.

The changes aim to reduce overfishing risks and prevent early closures—aligning state and federal guidelines.

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.

Digital Literacy Class: Computer & Internet Basics

9:30-11:00 a.m. — Bay County Public Library — Free entry — Learn the essentials of using a PC and navigating the internet confidently.