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Good morning, Panama City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Callaway celebrated its 19th annual Christmas tree lighting with community activities including meeting Santa and enjoying festive treats, highlighted by increased community participation.  WJHG

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Two campers in Panama City were destroyed by a fire that also briefly endangered a nearby home, with the cause under investigation.  Panama City News Herald

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Panama City Beach New Year's Eve Beach Ball Drop ranked 7th in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards, surpassing New York City's Times Square ball drop.  Panama City News Herald
  • The Panama City Publishing Company Museum offers an exhibit that showcases local history and the art of vintage printing for all ages.  WJHG
  • The Panama City Ballet, featuring local dancers aged 5 to 55 from 11 different dance studios, is staging performances of the Nutcracker at the J.R. Arnold High School Auditorium this weekend.  WJHG

HEALTH NEWS

  • The Gala celebrates Sacred Heart Bay Hospital's 75th Anniversary, highlighting its achievements in cardiovascular and trauma care.  WJHG
  • In Bay County, one restaurant was temporarily shut down, and two others were cited for significant health violations during inspections from Dec. 2-8, 2024.  Panama City News Herald

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • A local online business, Pies & Provisions, shared tips on making holiday pies on NewsChannel 7's Foodie Friday.  WJHG
  • 810 Billiards & Bowling opens in Panama City Beach, offering a new entertainment option for families and friends.  WJHG

EVENTS

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  • All Ripken Powered By Under Armour Futures Games

    A multi-day baseball event hosted at Publix Sports Park in Panama City Beach, featuring competitive play and family entertainment.

    Thu, 12/19/24

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  • Christmas Eve Fine Dining at Cuvee 30A Featuring Chef Tim Creehan

    Experience a festive Christmas Eve dinner with award-winning cuisine including Prime Rib and Rack of Lamb at Cuvee 30A, located in Inlet Beach, FL.

    Tue, 12/24/24

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  • Trey Odum Live at American Charlie Grill & Tavern

    Trey Odum will perform live at the American Charlie Grill & Tavern in Panama City Beach.

    Sat, 12/28/24

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  • 2024 New Year's Eve Ball Drop 5K Run/Walk

    The 2024 New Year's Eve Ball Drop 5K Run/Walk features events for participants aged 16 and younger and takes place at Frank Brown Park.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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  • Quarterly Chili Cook-Off and Bake Goods Auction

    The Rainbow Girls Assembly #147 hosts a chili cook-off and bake goods auction featuring fun and prizes for all attendees.

    Sat, 1/4/25

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  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Training for Healthcare Professionals

    This training course enables healthcare professionals to acquire essential CPR and lifesaving skills applicable in various medical settings.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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