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A Halloween Bash is set to benefit the Toys for Kids Foundation with a costume contest and donation drive, and founder Chris Moates says the event showcases local creativity + generosity.

Inmates at the Bay County Jail graduated from a 30-day Fatherhood Initiative run by the Northwest Florida Health Network that teaches parenting skills and offers ongoing mentorship, and program leaders say it will expand to other correctional facilities.

Zollie Young Park off Mill Bayou Road is nearing completion after a $300,000-plus makeover that added an asphalt walking trail, two pavilions, a playground, a kayak launch, and an enclosed dog park.

Bay County Commissioner Daniel Raffield said the project used general-fund money, and nearby High Point Landing is slated to finish in December.

Seven-year-old Rising Leaders Academy student Lucien Bysina advanced in the 2026 Stan Lee Super Kid Competition after creating original superhero Sun Man and a backstory; supporters can vote for him free every 24 hours for a grand prize that includes $25,000 and VIP passes to 2027 LA Comic Con.

Local teacher Chelsea Herndon was named the Golden Apple Award winner on Friday, Oct.

30; the award recognizes classroom excellence, and she will be honored at a district ceremony next month.

Florida has 485 locally acquired dengue cases (as of Oct.

24), the largest U.S. outbreak in decades, with 385 cases in Hillsborough County. Hillsborough extended a state of local emergency to Nov. 5 and officials urge residents to drain standing water and use EPA recommended repellents.

John Lee Nissan donated $15,000 to Fore Her on Oct.

30 to help local breast cancer patients cover everyday living expenses, and Fore Her said the gift will fund direct financial assistance and support services.

Arnold beat Rutherford 42-35 at Mike Gavlak Stadium on Oct.

30 to give seniors a sendoff and deliver interim coach Josh Wright his first win (quarterback River Walding accounted for five touchdowns).