Hello Bay County Chamber,

STORM UPDATES

The Bay County Chamber of Commerce is closely monitoring this week’s weather forecast, and some of our scheduled events have been affected by the approaching storm. Please keep an eye on your email for further updates and closures.
The Sporting Clay Tournament has been rescheduled to October 11th.
The Bay Young Professionals + Ambassador Sunset Social has been rescheduled for October 15th.
The Bay County Chamber of Commerce will be closing at 1 PM on Wednesday, September 25th, and reopen for regular hours on Friday, September 27th.
The Goodwill Big Bend Lunch & Learn has been postponed until further notice.

It's crucial to prioritize your safety and that of your loved ones. Please take the time to review your disaster plan, stock up on necessary supplies, and stay informed about evacuation routes. For a full guide on how to prepare, visit our Disaster Preparation page at panamacity.org/disaster-preparation. Stay safe, Bay County!

As we brace for the storm, it’s a reminder that after every challenge comes growth and opportunity. With that spirit of renewal, we’re excited to welcome Jennifer Wright as our new Vice President of Events and Sponsorship! Jennifer’s expertise and enthusiasm will help us navigate new opportunities and continue building strong connections. Please join us in welcoming her to the Bay County Chamber family—together, we’ll weather the storm and shine brighter than ever!

Wishing you and your family safety and

protection through the storm!

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Goodwill Industries

Big Bend Career Resource Center

3219 E. Hwy. 98, Panama City, FL

CLICK HERE >> Contact Tamara to Schedule an Event

COMMUNITY NEWS

GCSC to Close ALL Campuses due to Tropical Storm Helene

All Gulf Coast State College campuses will be closed Thursday, September 26, 2024, due to potential impacts from Tropical Storm Helene. There will be no College services or activities at any of our campuses (Panama City, North Bay Campus, Gulf/Franklin Campus and Tyndall Education Center). We remind everyone to please be weather aware and contact your professors or supervisor if conditions are not safe to travel.

Please look for updates through the College's website, text alerts, social media, and local media outlets. Students are encouraged to sign up to receive the College’s free emergency alert notifications by texting GCALERT to 79516.

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BY POPULAR DEMAND:

EEC2523 Daycare Management Offering at Gulf Coast State College

Gulf Coast State College will be offering a

special session to those who are interested in obtaining a director’s credential in daycare management.

Start Date: October 14, 2024

Contact Amanda Manning

amanning3@gulfcoast.edu to learn more

or call (850) 769-1551, extension 2869

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4th Annual Trunk or Treat & Chili Cookoff 2024

Enjoy a fun night filled with prizes, games, great food, and music! Experience lots of trunks registered with a whole lot of goodies for the kids, as well as a yummy Chili Cook-Off. All we need now is for you to bring the family and enjoy the night!

When: Friday, 10/25/2024 | 5:00 – 7:00 PM

Where: Panama City Mall Parking Lot | 2150 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Panama City, FL 32405

Cost: Free to enter

$5 for Chili Tasting | Raffles 2 for $5

For more information contact Jennifer Bowman at 850-258-1509 or Chris Shelton at 850-896-2000.

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