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Panama City
Monday, November 17th, 2025
Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Redd's Pub owner plans to donate thousands of meals to local residents in need just in time for Thanksgiving—this generous effort is expected to help ease food insecurity in Panama City. WJHG
- ➤ Residents in the Panhandle are preparing for Thanksgiving as community groups plan local events and gatherings, with more details expected soon. My Panhandle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Panama City Ballet will perform The Nutcracker at the Helen Blackburn Arnold Auditorium at Arnold High School—featuring local dancers from 11 studios and a 22-piece orchestra led by Boyan Bonev. The season starts with a Sugar Plum Fairy Tea Party on November 22 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at 325 Harrison Avenue—mini performances will follow on November 28 at 5:15 p.m. and November 29 at 6:00 p.m., with main shows on December 12 at 7:00 p.m., December 13 at 2:00 p.m. and December 14 at 2:00 p.m. Bay County Coastal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The USS Pierre, a last-of-its-kind Navy combat ship, was commissioned at the Port of Panama City on November 15. Panama City News Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Bay County health officials reported that water samples taken November 12 detected red tide in East Bay near Dupont Bridge. They urged residents and visitors to avoid the water — red tide can cause skin irritation — and follow posted signage for updates. My Panhandle
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Multiple restaurants in Panama City will serve full-course Thanksgiving buffet meals on November 27. Menus range in price from around $14 to nearly $90 plus some venues offer free meals for local service workers. My Panhandle
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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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The Nutcracker by Panama City Ballet
7-9 p.m. — Arnold High School — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical journey through dance with the enchanting tale of Clara and her beloved Nutcracker.
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39th Annual Boat Parade of Lights
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Destination Panama City — Free entry — Enjoy a magical holiday boat parade illuminating St. Andrews Bay with festive lights and decorations.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Think of giving not as a duty but as a privilege.
~ Andrew Carnegie
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