Good morning, Panama City.

Whole Outdoors (a nonprofit dedicated to accessible outdoor recreation) offers adaptive programs for individuals with mobility challenges to enjoy local parks and trails, and it plans additional events to expand outdoor access throughout the community.

Andrea Kellar is named this week’s Golden Apple award winner for her work with community programs in Panama City.

The honor highlights her commitment to local service (details on the award's presentation are expected).

Jose Rivero, a Venezuelan business owner, is expanding his Rivero’s Street by opening a new location near West 15th Street and Balboa Avenue in Panama City during Hispanic Heritage Month (a milestone in his journey).

He plans to expand into Pensacola later to share authentic Venezuelan street food with locals.

The 2026 Best-of-Bay Community's Choice Awards was held Sept.

17 at Boardwalk Beach Hotel and Conference Center where over 100 local business awards were given in categories ranging from best birthday party venue to best cardiologist. Attendees and finalists said the event helps local businesses gain new customers.

The Springfield Fire Department donated a fire truck to Gulf Coast State College's fire program, giving local students a new tool for hands-on training in Panama City.

Chartwells for Bay District Schools has expanded its lunch menu with freshly prepared options (potatoes, nachos, quesadillas, and fruit sides) according to executive chef Scott Simpson.

The update will offer healthier meal choices for students in local cafeterias.

Bay County Utilities is repairing a water main break on County Road 2321 near Willow Wood Road and will issue a boil water notice once service is restored while bacteriological tests are conducted.

Southern Orthopedic Specialists has partnered with Bay District Schools to provide athletic trainers for high school sports.

The two-year agreement (approved on Aug. 25) took effect immediately, ensuring student-athlete safety at Bay County schools.

Bay High senior Kaden Brown described his team's 50-20 win over Rutherford in the latest game.

His remarks highlighted a strong performance that promises increased momentum for the Tornadoes as the season continues.