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City of Panama City Welcomes Leslie Glaze as New City Clerk-Treasurer
In her new role as City Clerk-Treasurer, Glaze will focus on strengthening the City's financial operations and supporting the City's continued commitment to sound financial management.

City of Panama City Recognizes Employees for Years of Dedicated Service
On the morning of September 25, 2026, the City recognized three employees whose combined service represents 75 years of dedication to the City of Panama City.

Panama City's 38th Annual Oktoberfest Weekend
Celebrate Panama City’s 38th Annual Oktoberfest Weekend September 25–26! Enjoy German food and beer, live music, family-friendly activities, and the popular Downtown & St. Andrews Volksmarch.

City Ends School Zone Camera Program
The Panama City Police Department has determined that it no longer has sufficient trust and confidence in the vendor operating the program to continue its participation under the current arrangement.

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.

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.

Panama City Commission Takes Action on FLOCK Cameras following CRA defunding for FY 2027
The Commission’s decisions address both the required removal of the FLOCK cameras in State rights-of-way and the next steps for the remaining cameras located within the City.

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!

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.

Understanding the Fire Assessment in Panama City
If you’ve looked at your annual property tax documents lately, specifically the TRIM Notice, you may have noticed a line item called the Fire Service Non-Ad Valorem Assessment (Fire Assessment) which funds essential fire protection services.

Tigers withstand Rutherford rally, win 35-34
BY LISA HOLTZENDORF Special to the Telegraph-Times-Monitor Union County High School football fans who made the four-hour ride to Panama City were treated to a nailbiter that saw the Tigers come out on top of the Rutherford Rams 35-34 on Aug. 21. The Tigers (2-0), who host Palatka…