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Tentative Budget for Fiscal Year 2027 & Public Hearings
The City has published its tentative budget for Fiscal Year 2027 which will be discussed and voted on by the City Commission in September at two scheduled public hearings.
A Nostalgic Look Back a Dozen Years to ‘The Real Florida’ of Washington, Jackson, Holmes and Bay County, Florida
Here’s a look back a few years (a dozen, to be exact) at the Real Florida of Washington, Holmes, Jackson and Bay County, Florida, as seen in these images from 2014 by...
Panama City, Florida Commission Pre-Budget Planning Workshop on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 (Video)
The Panama City, Florida Commission held a Pre-Budget Planning Workshop on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 as seen in this video (below).
Vote for Harrison Avenue: Downtown Panama City Named Finalist for 2026 Great Places in Florida Award
Harrison Avenue in downtown Panama City has been selected as one of four finalists for the 2026 Great Places in Florida People’s Choice Award, presented by the American Planning Association Florida. Voting is open until 4 PM on September 30.
City of Parker, Florida City Council Meeting Live Stream on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 (Video)
The City of Parker, Florida City Council met on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 as seen in this video (below). https://www.youtube.com/live/16aDqmbz_xQ?si=PY1LzKUzVJmPP–X
City of Lynn Haven, Florida City Council Holds Budget Workshop on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 (Video)
The City of Lynn Haven, Florida City Council held a Budget Workshop on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 as seen in this video (below).
CRA Board Votes to Remove FY 2027 Funding for FLOCK Camera Equipment
The CRA Board voted 5-0 to remove the funds allocated in its Fiscal Year 2027 budget for the rental of FLOCK camera equipment. Further discussion of the use of the plate readers elsewhere in the City is expected at the September 8 City Commission meeting.
Statement from Police Chief on License Plate Readers
Panama City Beach Police Department Suspends Flock LPR Program
Experience Christmas Movie Magic on Harrison Avenue
Join us as we celebrate the holiday season at the Panama City Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 5, 2026, at 6:00 PM. This year’s “Christmas Movies” theme is sure to spark festive joy for all!
City of Lynn Haven, Florida Finance Review Committee Meets on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 (Video)
The City of Lynn Haven, Florida Finance Review Committee met on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 as seen in this video (below).
World Changers Returning to Panama City in March 2027
We are currently gathering interest from residents to help establish the project area for the 2027 World Changers program, returning to Panama City March 12–17, 2027.
Bay County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Miguel Sanchez-Clemente for Sexual Battery On Minor
On August 25, 2026, Bay County Sheriff’s Office patrol deputies conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a suspended registration. During the stop, two occupants provided false identification. Deputies later determined...