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Panama City
Friday, November 7th, 2025
Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Warrior Beach Retreat is hosting a prayer ceremony and parade tonight at 7:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Lynn Haven + the event will support wounded veterans and military personnel. WJHG
- ➤ Edgewater Beach Resort in Panama City will host the Holly Fair from Nov. 13th through Nov. 16th — a four-day event featuring a preview party, auction, champagne brunch, and all-day shopping, with proceeds supporting The Junior League of Panama City. WJHG
- ➤ Backpack Blessings held their weekly meeting on Thursday morning to pack food bags for Bay District students amid SNAP benefits cuts and the approaching holiday season — the nonprofit, founded in 2011, now supports up to 400 students during the holidays. My Panhandle
- ➤ The nonprofit is hosting a week-long beach retreat for combat wounded soldiers — along with their spouses or caregivers — at Panama City Beach to offer a relaxing getaway. WJHG
- ➤ Local chef John Phelps is expanding his meal program amid the government shutdown as he works to feed families in need. With support from Ferrucci Ristorante, he will prepare 300 chicken alfredo dinners for pick up on Monday on the restaurant’s back patio — Panama City residents may also request delivery by messaging him on Facebook. My Panhandle
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ VPS announced on Nov. 6 that it will launch nonstop flights to two major U.S. cities soon—offering new travel options for local passengers. WJHG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gulf Coast State College partners with Public Eye Soar for its 12th annual Projection and Light Festival, which starts today at 6 p.m.—this free event features interactive displays, live entertainment, and work by over 200 artists. It will continue Saturday until 10 p.m. outside the Amelia Center on campus. My Panhandle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bay District Schools completed the BESPA ratification process and approved a plan to rewrite job classifications that will raise support staff pay; superintendent McQueen said employees will begin receiving increases within 90 days—some as little as $500 while others will see larger raises. My Panhandle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved new rules for lane snapper in Gulf state waters—raising the minimum size from 8 to 10 inches and setting a 20-fish recreational bag limit to better align with federal regulations; the changes will take effect April 1, 2026. WJHG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ascension Sacred Heart Bay celebrated 75 years of American Hospital Association membership on Thursday—marking its long service to the community since 1949. Leaders Robin Godwin and Rebecca Jolley spoke at the event, affirming the hospital’s dedication to quality care. My Panhandle
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Jingle Bell Express
5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. — Destination Panama City — Check website for prices — Experience the magical ride connecting Downtown Panama City & St. Andrews in a festive holiday atmosphere.
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2025 Panama City Christmas Parade
6 PM — Historic Downtown Panama City — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with a festive parade featuring community floats and holiday cheer.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
~ Henry Ford
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