Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 3rd of November.
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🏘️ Community
Hundreds gathered for the American Muscle Car Show — entry cost one Christmas toy for Project 25 in Panama City.
Organizers said that the toy drive helped local children enjoy Christmas and will support families in future years.
Bay County has two full-sized fishing piers in Panama City Beach that were rebuilt after Hurricane Dennis in 2005.
Panama City Beach manages the Russell-Fields Pier while Bay County oversees the M.B. Miller Pier — both now provide public access to fishing and help ease local congestion.
Save the Closet held its 64th free clothing event—fully stocked with coats, jeans, shoes and baby items—to help families amid a federal shutdown and recent benefit cuts.
Volunteers said the event brought relief as people took unlimited bags of donated clothes.
🌲 Environment
Officials reported that tornadoes on Oct.
27 caused 80 properties in Mexico Beach to show visible damage, with major impacts at the Summerhouse condo complex and El Governor Beach Resort—one or two homes may need full rebuilds while updated building codes helped newer homes resist damage. Local crews worked on replacing fences and cleaning parks as community agencies provided support and some businesses expect to reopen soon.
🏥 Health
Hundreds of families in Panama City and Niceville joined a walk at FSU Panama City to support National Alzheimer’s and Family Caregivers’ awareness months, raising over $75,000 for care and research.
The event came after new FDA-approved treatments gave people hope in slowing the disease — funding will help those facing the illness.
📰 Lifestyle
Two residents of Sea Grass Village Independent Living, aged 94 and 89, went tandem skydiving after their wish was granted through the facility’s Make-A-Wish program—proving that age does not limit adventure.
🎉 Panama City Events
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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.
3rd Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk
8-10 a.m. — Gulf Coast State College — Registration fee applies — Participate in a festive run/walk to kickstart your Thanksgiving celebrations.
Beach Home For The Holidays
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Aaron Bessant Park — Free entry — Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with festivities as Santa Claus comes to town.
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