Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Student safety rollout update: Panama City’s RedSpeed school zone cameras are in a unified warning-only phase across all 11 zones through May 21, giving drivers time to slow down before enforcement begins -- get all the details.

A haven for whiskers: Central Purr, a new cat cafe in Panama City Beach, lets adoptable strays roam free and meet visitors. Profits support adoptions, and a grand opening will be held May 9 -- read the full story.

Long-awaited corridor takes shape: Panama City commissioners approved the sale of 447 Harrison Ave., moving the Downtown Breezeway project forward. Plans include pedestrian walkway with restaurants and shops, and city will maintain public restrooms -- get all the details.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Sweat it out nearby: If your week needs a reset, Fitness 360 Panama City Beach 24/7 has the space and serious gear to lift, stretch, and breathe without the spring-break chaos. Locals love it for no-nonsense workouts, friendly faces, and a vibe that keeps you coming back even when the couch calls.

Bring on the broth: When the week needs a reset, Mr. Pho delivers with deeply savory broth, the P1 Mr. Pho Combination piled with meats, and soothing Oxtail Soup, plus boba tea for a little self-care your future self will appreciate.

Level up your week: Point Break Arcade is the downtown spot for high scores and low stress, mixing classic cabinets, pinball and cold craft sips in one happily noisy hangout. Perfect for a quick after-work reset or when the beach forecast looks meh... trade sand for joysticks.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

⚖ Justice on the Block @ A.D. Harris Learning Village | Wednesday (4/29) at 11:00 AM – Got a landlord spat, probate puzzle, disaster mess, or family law headache? The free legal clinic at A.D. Harris Learning Village runs every Wednesday, 11 to 4, walk-ins welcome, first come, first served, bring paperwork, leave with answers, and skip the cousin as counsel routine.

💎 Charm Bar Pop-Up @ Can't Hide Pretty Boutique | Thursday (4/30) at 11:00 AM – Take a break from errands and swing by Can't Hide Pretty in downtown Panama City for a charm bar pop up. Build a custom, gold-filled necklace or bracelet, pick your story in tiny sparkles, then pretend it was spontaneous. Local, low-stress, and fun.

🕵 Balance & Betrayal: A Yoga Murder Mystery Cocktail Party @ Collective Soul | Friday (5/1) at 6:30 AM – Trade your yoga mat for a martini at an interactive murder mystery where you play a character, share alibis, and try to namaste your innocence. Expect lite bites, cocktails, a curated scene, cocktail attire, and just enough drama to stretch you and your usual suspects.

🍔 Maypole Community Cookout @ Robert & Mary Cain Park | Friday (5/1) at 4:30 PM – Nothing beats a Maypole plait and a grill working overtime at Robert and Mary Cain Park. Celebrate the Hill Community’s history with smoky cookout fare, kids’ games, and all-ages activities, then bask in that small-town feeling where everyone knows your aunt and your go-to side.

🌕 Shooting the Full Moon Workshop @ The Light Room | Friday (5/1) at 6:15 PM – If your moon shots still look like porch lights, join photographer Patti Blake for a small group workshop at North Lagoon Bridge. Start at moonrise, nail exposure, lens choice, focus, and composition. Intermediate, manual mode required, bring a camera, tripod, and a wide or telephoto.

🎨 ArtWalk Spring 2026 @ Downtown Panama City | Saturday (5/2) at 12:00 PM – Feel like a proper local again with a lazy lap through Downtown for the free Spring ArtWalk, roaming Harrison, Beach Drive, Grace, and Luverne. Meet the artists, catch live painting and performances. Then do the grown up thing and actually buy the piece you love.

🏇 3rd Annual "Derby Downtown" @ Atelier & Co. | Saturday (5/2) at 4:00 PM – Dust off the fascinators and bow ties, and pretend our humidity is just that Kentucky glow. Atelier&Co’s third annual Derby Downtown brings Jeff Bouet live, signature cocktails, elevated bites, contests with bragging rights, the big race on screen, lots of cheering, and elite people-watching.

Four-sided brick ranch on a fenced double lot pairs a 4-bed, 2.5-bath main home with a 950-square-foot in-law suite. The quartz kitchen has a center island, double ovens, and pantry slide-outs. A tongue-and-groove family room with fireplace opens to a sunroom, resort-style pool and covered patio, a covered canal boat slip with lift, and an oak tree house.