Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of October.
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🏘️ Community
Travis Davis, a local toddler who spent three months in the NICU after being born at 26 weeks, will compete in the Baby of the Year contest (presented by Jessica Alba) offering an ad campaign and $25,000.
🌲 Environment
On Oct. 7, local officials offered sand & sandbags to help residents prepare for possible flooding from Tropical Storm Isaias.
Pick-up times and bag limits varied at designated sites in Panama City, Panama City Beach, Callaway and other Bay County locations.
🏛️ Government
Counties across the Panhandle are opening emergency shelters today ahead of Hurricane Isaias — Davidson Middle School in Crestview starts at 6 p.m., Northwest Florida State College in Niceville at 8 a.m., and additional sites serve residents, individuals with special needs and pets.
Gov. DeSantis declared a state of emergency for 25 counties as Tropical Storm Isaias strengthens and officials urge residents to prepare disaster plans and stock hurricane kits; watches and warnings are expected later today.
🏈 Sports
High school football matchups take center stage today as Bay County hosts two games with North Bay Haven facing Rutherford and Mosley playing Arnold, while Holmes County takes on Bozeman at home.
Local expert Adebanji Bamidele predicts strong wins for Rutherford, Mosley and Holmes County in these key district battles.
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