Good morning, Panama City.

Several Panhandle counties will host Veterans Day events on Tuesday, Nov 11—Marianna’s parade begins at 2:30 p.m., Bay County’s parade starts at 8:30 a.m., and ceremonies will also take place in Apalachicola, Callaway and DeFuniak Springs while Panama City Beach holds a memorial ceremony at the Veterans Memorial. FSU Panama City is marking Veterans Day today with a JROTC presentation and free lunch at the St. Joe Community Foundation Lecture Hall at the Holley Academic Center.

Warrior Beach Retreat attended Whiskey’s Saloon’s first Salute on the Shore— a Veteran’s Day weekend tribute and fundraiser— to honor local veterans.

The event took place during Veteran’s Day weekend— a time for honoring service— and showcased community support.

Local chef John Phelps will offer 300 homemade chicken alfredo dishes today from 4-7 p.m. in Panama City—adding to last week's 150 spaghetti dinners to support families in need.

Eastern Shipbuilding Group officially christened the FALCON ferry boat Friday and sold the $14.1 million vessel to the Fisher Island Community Home Owners Association— it will undergo sea tests before it travels to Fisher Island in February.

Bay High School’s Zabeyon Morgan earned Scholar-Athlete of the Week from Perry and Young P.A. after leading the Tornadoes to a 9-1 season and the state playoffs while holding a 3.5 GPA—he credits his hardworking family for inspiring him.

Today, Florida saw its season’s first freeze as temperatures dropped nearly 20 degrees in 24 hours due to a polar vortex, prompting residents to bundle up.

Earlier this year, Pensacola recorded 8.9 inches of snow during the Gulf Coast blizzard—an unusual event that shaped local weather patterns.

A Panama City couple had two flights canceled in quick succession on their return from Barcelona due to the government shutdown affecting air travel nationwide, so they drove home instead.

The couple advises travelers to use airline apps and be patient–bring extra supplies for delays.

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.

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.

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.