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🌱 Patch AM: How a Mosley grad just became Bay County’s newest judge

Also, don't miss Panama City A Cappella Chorus on the Panama City Patch calendar

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Hey there, Panama City! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a Mosley grad just became Bay County's newest judge
  • Why a tangled pelican came knocking at a Panama City office
  • Which Bay County teams finally broke through for their first wins?

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

Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 94 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 90, low: 74.
  • Monday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, with a high of 92 and low of 73 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Bay County native sworn in as judge after DeSantis appointment (wjhg.com) — A Bay County native, Judge Alicia Carothers, has now been formally sworn in in Panama City after her appointment by Gov. Ron DeSantis to fill a local judicial vacancy. Carothers, a Mosley High graduate and longtime public servant, says she's grateful for the chance to serve the community where she grew up, following careers as an assistant state attorney, civil litigator, and deputy county attorney.
   

• Pelican, tangled in fishing line, asks for help from NOAA (wsbtv.com) — NOAA Fisheries staff in Panama City got an unusual knock at the door when a brown pelican, tangled in heavy fishing line and hooks, literally came seeking help. Biologists calmly freed the bird in about 10 minutes and used the incident to remind local anglers to dispose of fishing line properly and consider barbless hooks to protect wildlife.
   

• Bay High extends streak over Rutherford, two teams earn first wins (newsherald.com) — Panama City football fans saw Bay High extend its winning streak over Rutherford with a 50–20 victory at Tommy Oliver Stadium, powered by big plays on offense and special teams. North Bay Haven and Bozeman also celebrated their first wins of the season, giving local players, coaches, and communities fresh momentum as they head into the next stretch of games.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Mila has found a home.
    Im 100 per cent sure she will be taken care of to the max. She will have a playmate and a loving home. She is such a sweet dog. Thank you new mom. (Nextdoor Northshore)
  • Hi neighbors my cat went missing yesterday morning at about anywhere between 5:00 a.
    m. and 6:00 a.m. she has been gone for over 48 hours now and I'm desperately seeking to find her. She is a diluted tortoiseshell tabby which means… (Nextdoor Donalson Point)
  • Mehr Consultancy posted a job opening for Hotel Night Auditor in Panama City. Apply here.
  • Applied Research Associates, Inc. posted a job opening for Intern - AI-Enabled Digital Artist (Graphics, Animation, and Video) in Panama City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Panama City here.

🗞 Nearby News

Lynn Haven

  • Lynn Haven's latest political drama leaves residents demanding answers (bradenton.com)
  • Panama City man sentenced to 20 years for fleeing police while on probation (mypanhandle.com)

Panama City Beach

  • PCB coffee trail set to launch on National Coffee Day (mypanhandle.com)
  • Luke Bryan joins Jason Aldean to headline 2027 Gulf Coast Jam (newmusicweekly.com)
  • Veterans and spouses find rest, reconnection at Warrior Beach Retreat in Panama City Beach (wjhg.com)

Ok Panama City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
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