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Also on today's calendar: Panama City A Cappella Chorus and 9 more events.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Kathy B.!
Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? ๐ค (Answer below!)
1. Man arrested for $1M jean heist at Port Panama City (wkrg.com) โ A major cargo theft at Port Panama City has led to the arrest of a truck driver accused of stealing nearly 20,000 Wrangler jeans worth about $1 million. Investigators say the suspect used a spoofed company identity and hacked email to divert the shipment, with GPS data and port security records helping Panama City police unravel the scheme.
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2. Panama City man sentenced to 20 years for fleeing police while on probation (mypanhandle.com) โ A Panama City man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after violating probation from a deadly 2021 crash and later fleeing police while allegedly street racing. Local prosecutors argued he squandered a second chance, leading the judge to impose consecutive terms that underscore ongoing concerns about reckless driving in Bay County communities.
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3. Panama City-area Week 5 football predictions for News Herald and AI (newsherald.com) โ Bay County high school football hits a key midseason stretch, and a Panama City News Herald reporter is pitting his Week 5 predictions against an AI's picks. Local fans can see projected scores for Mosley, Bay High, Rutherford, Arnold, Bozeman, and North Bay Haven, and follow along all season to see whether human or machine calls the games better.
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4. Gulf Coast Jam 2027 ticket guide: What's included in each ticket type? (miramarflnews.com) โ If you're planning to hit Gulf Coast Jam in nearby Panama City Beach next June, tickets are already outlined from basic general admission to high-end VIP options. Prices range from just over $300 to more than $2,500, with perks like premium viewing areas, air-conditioned restrooms, drink coupons, and club access. Headliners include Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, Bailey Zimmerman, and more across four nights.
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5. Bay County College Fair connects local students with more than 40 institutions (wjhg.com) โ Panama City students and families just had a chance to meet more than 40 colleges and universities at Gulf Coast State College's Bay County College Fair, saving long trips across the state. Local teens, parents, and adults exploring new careers got face-to-face advice on applications, financial aid, and transfer options, with guidance counselors and Gulf Coast staff ready to help anyone who missed it.
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