Good morning, Panama City.

Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport announced Delta began daily roundtrip flights to LaGuardia Airport on Sunday, Oct.

26 (celebrated with a water cannon salute) as travelers booked tickets online. The airport expects the new service (designed to attract more passengers) to boost local travel.

The Triumph Gulf Coast Board approved one grant and advanced two projects to boost job growth and training in the Panhandle.

Project Kilowatt will bring nearly 298 high-paying jobs with a high-tech boat manufacturing facility in Bay County by the end of 2026—while additional awards include a $250,000 aviation training program and a nearly $7 million digital tools initiative for Gulf County School District, all pending final approval.

Hundreds of witches rode in St. Andrews last week to raise funds for breast cancer awareness (helping with early detection during Breast Cancer Awareness Month) and traded tricks for the cause (adding a fun twist), organizers said.

IRONMAN Florida 2025

7 PM – 6 AM — Hotels Panama City Beach City Pier - 53 — Registration fees apply — Experience a flat and fast triathlon course amidst the stunning Emerald Coast atmosphere.

Saturday Storytime: Thankful Hearts

11 AM – 12 PM — Parker Public Library — Free entry — Delight in storytelling and a craft focused on gratitude for ages 3 to 6.

Panama City Songwriters Festival

6:30 PM - 10:00 PM — Destination Panama City — Check website for entry details — Experience the 7th Annual Songwriter Festival showcasing diverse musical talents from local to national artists.

Public Eye Soar Festival

6 PM – 10 PM — Gulf Coast State College — Free entry — Experience a dazzling display of international art through light and projection from artists around the world.

National Home School Football Championships

All day — Publix Sports Park — Check website for entry details — Catch the excitement of home school football in action with live streaming of the games!

Parker Public Library Book Club

11 AM - 12 PM — Parker Public Library — Free — Engage in a lively discussion about this month's featured title, 'The Christmas Bookshop' by Jenny Colgan.

Job Fair Interview Preparation and Resume Workshop

10-11 a.m. — City of Panama City Florida — From $23.18 — Get ready to ace your job interviews and perfect your resume at this hands-on workshop.

18th Annual Bay County Sheriff’s Rodeo

7-10 p.m. — Central Panhandle Fair — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling rodeo action perfect for the whole family.