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🌱 Why smoke and fire crews are back in Breakfast Point today
Panama City Beach, Florida Patch AM: a 4 min readHi there, Panama City Beach! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why smoke and fire crews are back in Breakfast Point today
- How will Arnold High’s new athletic director shape Marlins sports?
- What’s planned for Dolly Parton’s new Panama City Beach entertainment complex?
Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 87 and low of 78 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 89, low: 78.
- Sunday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, with a high of 87 and low of 77 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Day 2: Prescribed burn in Breakfast Point area (wjhg.com) — Panama City Beach officials are overseeing a second day of prescribed burning Thursday in the Breakfast Point Mitigation Bank area to reduce wildfire risk and clear built-up brush. Certified Florida Forest Service burn managers and local fire crews are on standby and patrolling nearby, so residents may see smoke and activity but it’s part of a planned safety effort. 
2. Arnold High School names Loren Tillman as new athletic director (mypanhandle.com) — Arnold High School in Panama City Beach has named veteran panhandle coach Loren Tillman as its new athletic director, with Amber Smith stepping in as assistant AD. School leaders say the pair’s experience and energy will guide Marlins athletics following longtime director Rick Green’s retirement after 19 years.
3. Dolly Parton affiliated entertainment complex proposed in Panama City Beach (mypanhandle.com) — A Dolly Parton–affiliated company is moving forward with plans for a new family entertainment complex next to Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show on Panama City Beach Parkway. The project, featuring go-karts, mini golf, and water attractions, has cleared the city Planning Board and now heads to the Panama City Beach City Council for final approval.
4. Terrifying video shows Naval employee fighting for his life in shark attack · American Wire News (americanwirenews.com) — A Navy civilian snorkeling near the Naval base by Panama City Beach was severely injured in a shark attack, with bystanders rushing in to help and save his life. Locals who frequent those waters are sharing safety advice and personal experiences, underscoring the risks around docks, boats, and deeper channels near the base.
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Code Enforcement Magistrate Hearings →
Bay County, FL Calendar, 300 E 4th St, Panama City
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PCPHC - BILL FISH TOURNAMENT (CAC) - JUNE 2026
Panama City Parrot Head Club BAY POINT
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BSIS-Setup and room signs
J.R. Arnold High School Panama City, FL 32408
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BSIS Conference-Auditorium for general session, Breakout sessions
J.R. Arnold High School Panama City, FL 32408
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BSIS Conference-Breakout sessions, no auditorium
J.R. Arnold High School Panama City, FL 32408
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BSIS-sessions, closing general session in auditorium
J.R. Arnold High School Panama City, FL 32408
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Curry in a Hurry! Thai Curry Chicken →
Twisted Fork Culinary Classroom, 8317 Front Beach Rd STE 9, Panama City
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Panama City Theatre Company - Aladdin Jr
J.R. Arnold High School Panama City, FL 32408
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Gulf Coast Southern Date Night →
Twisted Fork Culinary Classroom, 8317 Front Beach Rd STE 9, Panama City
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Concert in the Park: Zollie Young Park →
Bay County, FL Calendar
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Let’s Make Arepas!! →
Twisted Fork Culinary Classroom, 8317 Front Beach Rd STE 9, Panama City
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Any recommendations on an outstanding Endocrinologist (thyroid) in the PC or Beach area.
I have a referral for Dr. Manzoor but it seems by reviews that this place has become an eternal waiting room and communication is a disaster. We've… (Nextdoor Lower Grand Lagoon) - Are the beach chair companies allowed to set up chairs in an area on the beach where there are no homes or condos right there?
I looked online and it said they aren’t allowed to. I’m just asking because there is a place here on the beach that the chairs are being set up right… (Nextdoor Horizon South)
- Whataburger posted a job opening for Restaurant Team Member, Day Shift - Unit 1030 in Panama City Beach. Apply here.
- TopGolf posted a job opening for Porter (House keeping) - Full Time in Panama City Beach. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Panama City Beach here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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