Good morning, Panama City.

Local volunteers joined the Mending for Memories event organized by Panama City Trash Market today to repair stuffed animals with personal stories before taking them on a downtown tour (including those from adults).

The event promoted recycling and sustainability in creative, local ways.

Local designer Kara Busemeyer (owner of Sunnie Days Clothing) is upcycling pre-loved towels into unique pieces that celebrate our beach culture.

She discussed the business’s origins this morning.

Head Start children performed during Hispanic Heritage Month at Florida State University Panama City on Sept.

23 in a lively event that honored Hispanic traditions and brought local families together.

Local artist Sarah Bumanglag opened Tide & Clay Studio today in Panama City to showcase coastal-inspired ceramics and to offer classes for children.

Overnight, Florida gas prices jumped to an average of $4.29 per gallon, with some stations now nearing $5 as rising oil costs and global tensions pushed up prices, according to AAA and GasBuddy.

Florida health officials reported a surge in dengue cases, with 152 locally acquired infections recorded by Sept.

12 (mostly in Hillsborough County), and advise residents to cover up, use insect repellent, and remove standing water. Precautions aim to slow the mosquito spread along our Gulf and inland communities.

A recall was issued on Sept.

23 for 22-ounce packages of bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine sold at Walmart due to possible listeria contamination (lot numbers L6079C, L6080C); consumers are advised to check freezers and return the product for a refund.

Walmart is recalling 22-ounce packages of bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine for potential listeria contamination after tests in Florida (and other states) flagged the risk; consumers should check their freezers and return the product for a refund.

No illnesses have been reported.

FHSAA released its first 2026 high school football rankings on Tuesday, Sept.

23, showing local teams like Mosley (5-0) and Bay High (4-1) with records based on game results and schedule strength. The rankings offer early insight into Bay County teams’ season performance.

North Bay Haven girls golf team won the district tournament at Panama City Country Club on Sept.

23. Coach Bryan Johnson credited strong play from the Perdue sisters and other young players and expects the team to four-peat and reach the regional tournament later this season.