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By K. Bollinger Sometimes, you just want to get away. Sometimes, you want to make a difference. Why not do both at the same time? Within the non-profit organization of Global Effect, there’s a unique opportunity to see the world, visit a new culture, and help make a difference. More than...

The RESTORE Artificial Reef Grant Project continues to progress in its efforts to bolster marine biodiversity and support the recreation, tourism, fishing, and diving industries in state waters of the Gulf of Mexico. On Wednesday and Thursday, April 24 and 25, the Bay County Board of County Commissioners, in partnership...

By Steve Mulholland, Executive Director, Man in the Sea Museum The Man in the Sea Museum will be celebrating the 60th Anniversary of SEALAB in Panama City Beach, Florida July 19 and 20, 2024, and will sponsor events honoring their historic efforts. This will be a national celebration. The Man...

Thank you, everyone, for your trust and support in electing me as your mayor. It is an honor to serve the residents of Panama City Beach. I ran for office on a “locals first” platform and your belief in that mantra means everything. I recognize the challenges and needs of...

Fridays through May 3 | Old Florida Fish House on 30A By Lori Leath Smith Over the past few years, our area has become known as one of the best for songwriters to gather and perform some of their heartfelt lyrics and amazing vocals. Each has a story with a passion...

By Mayor Mark Sheldon It is an incredible time to be a part of the greater PCB community. We are a City built on welcoming visitors from all walks of life to our beautiful beaches. For decades visitors have relocated here, becoming locals. That trend continues and with it comes...

By Brian Dusseault Bay County Audubon Society will celebrate its “Nature Connection 2024” Program main event on April 6 at the Holley Center, FSU PC campus. The keynote speaker is safari guide and naturalist Tom Nkwazi, “Big Tom” as he is known in his native country of Botswana. He is...

From the Office of Sheriff Tommy Ford It’s true, Spring Break hits our beautiful beaches in the spring of each year. However, behind the scenes planning for Spring Break and the crowds it brings to our county goes on throughout the year for law enforcement. After the last Spring Break tourist...

By Mayor Mark Sheldon Happy new year to all! I trust that you are enjoying a prosperous and positive 2024 thus far. The City of Panama City Beach is looking forward to a successful year, and I am especially excited to share that we have begun our improvements and enhancements to...

By Ed Offley They were prepared. A small army of first responders and volunteers throughout the greater Panama City Beach area instantly sprang into action after a powerful tornado struck the Gulf Beachfront and lower Grand Lagoon at 5:31 a.m. on January 9, devastating several dozen businesses, homes and tourist accommodations...