Good morning, Panama City.

Panama City residents can plan their Halloween trick-or-treat routes using online maps (FrightMaps, Nextdoor Treat Map, Trick or Treat Map) that guide families through safe, fun door-to-door stops.

Neighbors can boost participation by lighting porches and decorating, helping revive this traditional treat activity.

The Red Cross opened a new facility in Callaway to boost disaster response efforts, officials said.

The center will serve as a hub for coordinated aid during emergencies.

Panama City PD hosted National Night Out Tuesday night at the mall as emergency vehicles + free giveaways allowed residents to connect with first responders and build community trust.

Two Panama City churches reflect on eight years of recovery after Hurricane Michael as one church's gym now welcomes several congregations in a show of renewed community faith.

The experience underscores how local resilience shapes shared places of worship.

Invest 92L (a tropical disturbance) is forecast to become a tropical depression and may develop into the season's ninth storm, Isaias, by Oct.

8. Residents along the northern Gulf Coast and Florida Panhandle should prepare for gusty winds and heavy rain from Friday through Sunday.

Governor Ron DeSantis signed an executive order Tuesday declaring a state of emergency in 25 counties to help prepare for Tropical Depression 9 affecting the Panhandle & Big Bend.

Residents are advised to use emergency kits and stay updated on local guidance.

Fountain residents pressed Bay County commissioners for better fire protection after a fatal fire raised community safety concerns.

Ascension Sacred Heart Bay named a new chief nursing officer—who will strengthen patient care and grow the department following an announcement on Tuesday, Oct.

6.

Bay senior Nicolas Pereira was named this week's Student Athlete of the Week by Walborsky, Bradley and Fleming.

The versatile offensive lineman (6-foot-3, 270-pound) excelled in both football and academics, and his team is set to resume play at Pine Forest on Oct. 16.