Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of October.
Good morning, Panama City.
💼 Business
New restaurants have opened in Panama City Beach during the first nine months of 2026, including Big Mama’s Coastal Country Cooking (Aug.
31) and Costa Family McDonald’s at 11852 Panama City Beach Parkway, giving locals fresh dining choices.
🎭 Culture
Gulf Coast Jam officials announced the full lineup for the 2027 festival at Panama City Beach, and Luke Bryan said he can’t wait to perform * the event promises a busy schedule for residents and visitors.
🏛️ Government
Florida law now penalizes feeding prohibited wildlife with fines starting at $100 + repeat violations can trigger misdemeanor charges, warning residents that feeding animals like raccoons may lead to legal action.
Florida's new driver's licenses and state IDs got a fresh design on Sept.
30, showcasing Castillo de San Marcos (a nod to state heritage) and Florida symbols. The updated cards will be phased in as current licenses expire and online renewals become available by late November.
The federal government will send $500 refund checks in October to nearly 94,000 Florida residents who paid full ACA premiums and earned more than 400% of the poverty line, plus did not receive federal subsidies.
FPL is offering a one-time $200 credit to eligible residential customers in its service area through the FPL Saving Steps program.
Applicants must verify income + will receive approval within 60 days with the credit applied up to 90 days after submission.
🏥 Health
Residents on Seagrass Dr, Victoria Falls, Angel Falls and adjacent lanes face a boil water notice in Panama City Beach after a water main broke yesterday; officials expect service to resume by 11 p.m. and advise boiling water for drinking + cooking.
Anytime Fitness in Panama City now offers The Core Master, a 360 degree dynamic core training platform that lets users perform planks, rollouts + mountain climbers to strengthen abdominals, obliques and lower back.
MEDVi now offers GLP-1 weight-loss treatment starting at $179 for the first month, connecting patients with licensed healthcare providers online.
Panama City residents seeking affordable care may explore personalized weight-loss plans + nutritional support provided by the telehealth platform.
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