🌱 Patch AM: How Panama City police tracked down a 2023 armed robbery suspect

Greetings Panama City! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• How Panama City police tracked down a 2023 armed robbery suspect
• What the WestRock paper mill demolition means for Panama City's future
• Flying from ECP this weekend? Here's what to know before you go.

Also on today's calendar: Panama City A Cappella Chorus and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Sharon M.!

Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Saturday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 89 and low of 77 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Sunday: Humid with a thunderstorm, temps: high: 92, low: 77.
• Monday: Cloudy, humid; a p.m. t-storm, with a high of 89 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Panama City man found guilty of 2023 convenience store robbery (mypanhandle.com) — A Panama City man has been convicted of robbing a convenience store on U.S. 98 in 2023 after police quickly surrounded the area and recovered the gun, clothing, and cash. He was found guilty of robbery with a firearm and grand theft, and is scheduled for sentencing on September 18, a case that underscores ongoing local public safety concerns.
   

• Paper mill in demolition phase, 10 areas to be demolished (mypanhandle.com) — Demolition is underway at the long-standing WestRock paper mill that once played a major economic role in Panama City and Bay County, with permits valuing the work at about $1 million. Ten major sections of the site are slated to come down, meaning residents will soon see a landmark of the local skyline disappear as the property is cleared for future use.
   

• Flying for Labor Day? What to Expect at Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) (wjhg.com) — If you're flying out of Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport this Labor Day weekend, expect crowded terminals, full parking lots, and possible weather-related delays on Monday afternoon. Airport leaders urge Panama City area travelers to plan ahead, use overflow parking with shuttle service, and check airline websites frequently to confirm flight status before heading out.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Panama City

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Monday September 7
• Labor Day Holiday →
  Panama City, FL Calendar, 501 Harrison Avenue, Panama City
  8:00 am
• Dream Builders at MLK →
  Panama City, FL Calendar, 705 E 14th Ct., Panama City
  3:00 pm
• Jiu Jitsu For Mind, Body & Soul w/ Cameron →
  Panama City, FL Calendar, 705 E 14th Ct., Panama City
  4:00 pm
• Zumba →
  Panama City, FL Calendar, 705 E. 14TH CT, Panama City
  5:30 pm
Tuesday September 8
• Special Call Board Meeting - Panama City Community Fund, Inc. →
  Panama City, FL Calendar, 840 W 11th St., Panama City
  10:00 am
• Knifty Crafters →
  Panama City, FL Calendar, 722 East 9th Court, Panama City
  1:30 pm
• Knifty Krafters →
  Panama City, FL Calendar, 722 East 9th Court, Panama City
  1:30 pm
• Dream Builders at MLK →
  Panama City, FL Calendar, 705 E 14th Ct., Panama City
  3:00 pm
• 55+ Club →
  Panama City, FL Calendar, 320 North Kraft Ave, Panama City
  4:00 pm
• FY 2027 Budget Hearing #1 →
  Panama City, FL Calendar, 840 W 11th St., Panama City
  5:01 pm
• Panama City A Cappella Chorus →
  Parker Global Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 908 S Tyndall Pkwy, PC
  6:00 pm
• Double Dutch - Jump Rope →
  Panama City, FL Calendar, 705 E 14th Ct., Panama City
  6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Join the City of Panama City on Friday, September 11, at 8:30 AM at the Downtown Marina as we remember and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and recognize the courage and sacrifice of those who served.
  The ceremony will include vocal performances, presentation of the Colors, a moment of silence, bell tolling, a 21-gun salute and other ceremonial… (Nextdoor )
• Hello, I'm new to the area but I'm a local handyman company named dedicated contracting.
  If you need anything in the next few days, please let me know so I can catch up on some stuff I need for the house! Can literally do anything based… (Nextdoor Mound Avenue)

• US Marine Corps posted a job opening for Recreation Assistant - Liberty in Panama City. Apply here.
• MyJobsCorner posted a job opening for Shipping Receiving Jobs: Hiring Immediately! Full Time / Part Time - $18-$36/Hr in Panama City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Panama City here.

🗞 Nearby News

Lynn Haven

• Lynn Haven mayor opposes cutting animal shelter from budget (wjhg.com)
• Bay County high school football Week 3: Live updates and scores (jacksonville.com)

Panama City Beach

• Panama City Beach expects one more summer surge for Labor Day weekend (wctv.tv)
• Former St. Joe Company Headquarters Is Home to One of Florida's Top-Ranked Public High Schools (lasvegassun.com)
• Labor Day travel expected to bring heavier traffic, higher costs (wtvm.com)

Vernon

• Registration continues for 21st Century Community Learning Center Program (washingtoncounty.news)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Times Square (Thank you Jean K. for sending it in!)
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