By Sheriff Tommy Ford
I’m beyond frustrated at the situation that we have with tragic and unnecessary deaths in the Gulf. I have watched deputies, firefighters, and lifeguards risk their lives to save strangers. I have seen strangers die trying to save their children and loved ones, including two fathers...
By Mayor Mark Sheldon
Bay County has a strong military presence, as three different branches of the armed forces are located here. We are extremely proud that Tyndall Air Force Base, Naval Support Activity, and a U.S. Coast Guard Station call Bay County home.
All of these facilities play an integral...
By Jack Smith
Hamburgers may well be considered America’s favorite food. The origins of the hamburger are fuzzy at best.
The Germans claim the Tatars introduced the burger in Hamburg, hence the name “hamburger.” In the 19th century, beef from German Hamburg cows was minced and combined with garlic, onions, salt...
By Ed Offley
For tens of thousands of condo owners in the greater Panama City Beach area, the greatest threat this year has not been another major hurricane, but instead, a new state law aimed at mandating structural inspections and cash reserve funds to safeguard older condominiums.
Three years after the...
By Joe Laymon
Locals and tourists alike have been asking a critical question over the last several years: why don’t we have a sizable fishing tournament at the beach? Well, without any further ado, we’ve created one just for you. The inaugural Panama City Beach Fishing Rodeo, hosted by Capt....
Life Media Group, is proud to announce the launch of their latest publication PCB Life. Starting in early September, Panama City Beach will have its own dedicated, monthly community newspaper, which will be mailed directly to every household in the area, free of charge!
In making the announcement Life...
By Ed Offley
There is good news and bad news coming for Panama City Beach motorists in 2023.
The good news is that the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and Panama City Beach are all moving forward with major projects to alleviate the severe traffic congestion that has plagued the PCB...
A New Day is a transitional assistance program aimed at helping individuals recovering from a traumatic life event. This local 501(c)(3) nonprofit successfully supports individuals who are ready to take the next step in self-help, as they reenter our Bay County community. A New Day is particularly focused on...
By Brittany Kirke
Panama City Beach is a unique and well-equipped area to see success in programs that rescue, rehabilitate, and release. One such organization is Gulf World Marine Institute Inc. (GWMI). As an established 501c3 nonprofit organization, they serve as the only long-term marine mammal rehabilitation and the largest...
