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Panama City
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bay County residents are advised to pack a financial bug-out bag with cash, bank details, insurance policies, email info, and photos of valuable items to prepare for hurricanes. The guide warns that when banks and power systems fail, keeping secured documents (such as passports and Social Security cards) will help speed recovery. Bay County Coastal
- ➤ A family of faith in Panama City has packed over 300 backpacks for the less fortunate this year, with each bag costing no more than 70 dollars and filled with food, hygiene items, first aid, clothes, a tarp, and a bible—efforts led by co-presidents Buddy and Chrissy Maynard that run on donations. The mission teaches young ones the true meaning of compassion. WJHG
- ➤ Bay County Parks and Recreation will launch its new 'Concerts in the Park' series on Saturday, October 4 at Isaac Byrd Park with live music by Tracy Mick—food trucks will also be available, and the series continues at Simmons Park before ending with a Fall Festival at H.G. Harder's Park on October 18. My Panhandle
- ➤ Earlier this month, The News Herald conducted a poll where 224 Bay County residents chose a new restaurant chain for the area, with the Cheesecake Factory receiving 31% of votes and residents suggesting options like Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse and In-N-Out Burger on Facebook—evidence of a strong desire for more dining choices. The poll featured eight chains, highlighting a clear community interest in expanding local restaurant options. Panama City News Herald
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Amanda Martin opened Seven Summers Patio in May in Panama City Beach—she returned to her roots with 13 years of furniture experience and now offers both online and brick-and-mortar shopping to homeowners and businesses. The store provides quality patio furniture for family homes and commercial spaces in Bay County. Bay County Coastal
- ➤ Beach RV has served Panama City Beach since 1993 as the only full-service RV repair shop in the Panhandle. Their experienced team handles collision repair, roof replacement and plumbing adjustments—ensuring your RV remains road-ready. Bay County Coastal
- ➤ Scorpion Paint is building a strong reputation in Panama City for its skilled painting and restoration services—using high-grade products that resist salt corrosion and UV damage. The company offers exterior painting, deck staining, and interior refinishing to protect and elevate home surfaces. Bay County Coastal
- ➤ Air Force veteran Henry Henrose Rivas will close on Heart Throb Vending's first location in Lynn Haven—his new Bay County business plans to add about five machines a year—to build a family legacy offering financial flexibility for his wife and four kids. Bay County Coastal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Historic Roberts Hall in Lynn Haven will host The Flight of Jackie Cochran on October 5th at 3:00 p.m. where Nancy Hasty will perform a one-woman show based on the book Superwoman Jacquelin Cochran—bringing to life the groundbreaking career of legendary pilot Jackie Cochran. Bay County Coastal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hiland Park Elementary has switched its parent communication to the FOCUS app that gives families real-time grades—replacing Class Dojo and Remind in Bay District Schools. Principal Faircloth said the app auto-translates updates and stresses parent partnership as essential to student success. Bay County Coastal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hurricane Imelda is moving away from Florida but its strong swells and dangerous rip currents are still affecting the coast today—waves have reached up to 12 feet and officials warn people to keep out of the water. Panama City News Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Sept. 29, Bay County residents took part in a national budget simulation at Gulf Coast State College—led by Phil Smith of the Concord Coalition and organized with the Bay County Chamber of Commerce and the League of Women Voters—to roleplay lawmakers balancing the nation’s $37 trillion debt. Panama City News Herald
- ➤ The 14th Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission forwarded seven candidates to the Governor for new Circuit Court and Bay County Court judgeships after it interviewed eight Florida Bar members on August 29 — the nominations come as the Legislature created these new positions. Bay County Coastal
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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.
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PCB Seafood Festival
October 10-12 — Capt. Anderson's Marina — Entry fee varies — Celebrate seafood with fresh catches, live music, and family fun at this local favorite festival.
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Sea Glass Art Workshop
11 AM — Parker Public Library — Registration required — Get creative with sea glass art in this fun crafting session.
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Homeschool Hangout
12-1 p.m. — Parker Public Library — Free — Connect with local homeschoolers in a relaxed environment while enjoying games and LEGOs.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ James Clear
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