Good morning, Panama City.

Make-A-Wish alumni from Northwest Florida met at Topgolf’s new Panama City Beach location on Saturday to plan future fundraisers that will help grant wishes for children—volunteers and organizers said the event eased the financial pressure on families by sharing the high cost of each wish, which ranges from $6000 to $12,000.

A local Girl Scout troop from Lynn Haven held a ribbon cutting today to unveil a bucket bay shelf with sand toys at Leslie Porter park — the troop built the shelf with support from city hall and local businesses so families can enjoy playtime.

On Saturday, first responders and community members climbed 110 flights of stairs at Edgewater Beach Resort to honor fallen 9/11 heroes—over 130 participants took about two to three hours to complete the climb and nearly reached a fundraising goal of $10,000 for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

Florida State University Panama City will host a month-long art exhibit called 'Many Hands Make Light Work' featuring local artists Mandy Yourick and Jamie Zimchek.

The exhibit opens Sept. 19 from 5—7 p.m. at the Holley Academic Center atrium and ends Oct. 18 with free admission.

The Cramer family increased their donation to $80,000 to fund JROTC scholarships at Gulf Coast State College during an Aug.

26 school board meeting—each of the five military branches will have one scholarship available.

The city of Lynn Haven will hold its annual 9/11 remembrance ceremony at Sharon Sheffield Park at 9 a.m. Sept.

11. City officials and guest speakers are scheduled to attend and a First Responders Remembrance Drive will follow at 9:28 a.m.—attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs since limited seating is available.

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.

K-Pop Crafts and Trading Event

4-5 p.m. — Bay County Public Library — Free entry — Connect with fellow K-Pop enthusiasts through crafts and trading fun.

Suicide Awareness Summit 2025

1:30-2:30 p.m. — Florida State University Panama City — Free entry — Participate in valuable suicide prevention training to make a positive impact in your community.

2025 Central Panhandle Fair

6 p.m. — Central Panhandle Fair in Bay County — $15-$35 — Experience a week of fun with various entertainment and rides at the fair.

Michael Jackson Tribute Dinner & Show

5:30-9 p.m. — Neons Bar 72 — Ticketed event — Relive the magic of the King of Pop with an unforgettable concert and dinner experience.