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...
On Monday, December 11, 2023, Gulf Coast State College inducted its third class into the Public Safety Hall of Fame, recognizing five individuals who have demonstrated commitment and service in public safety.
These five individuals were nominated by their peers from various agencies in Bay, Gulf, and Franklin Counties. Today,...
By Julie McConnell, UF/IFAS Extension
Growing vegetables in containers can increase flexibility of location selection and help the gardener to overcome pests and poor soil conditions. One of my favorite vegetables to grow in a pot are Irish potatoes also known as “new potatoes” which should be planted by mid-February...
By Mark McQueen, Bay District Schools Superintendent
As we embark on a new year, I am eager to draw your attention to a remarkable organization that significantly impacts our community—Backpack Blessings.
This organization, true to its name, is a blessing in our community. Their dedication to ensuring our students in Panama...
Governor Ron DeSantis recently announced the appointment of Michael Kraynick and the reappointment of Eugene “Tommy” Ford to the State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision.
Eugene “Tommy” Ford: Ford is the Bay County Sheriff. He currently serves as Chair of the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission and as...
Elevate Bay, now entering its seventh year, is Bay District Schools’ mentor initiative. This grass roots program was created in response to the growing need in our community for positive role models in the lives of so many of our students. Although our initial focus was elementary school, following...
By Paul Bonnette
Although Christmas may have come to an end and the lights are being put away, for Scott Fester, putting away the decorations gets a bit more complicated. When it comes to decorating for the holidays Scott Fester goes all out. For thousands of Bay County residents and...
By Ed Offley
Panama City Beach will see significant gains in sports, entertainment and culture as three new development projects get underway this year.
Superstar entertainer Dolly Parton is bringing her Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show to the city with the construction of a 60,000 square-foot indoor theater complex that will...
As we clean away the wrapping paper, put away the last Christmas ornament, and finish ringing in the New Year we find ourselves taking a little time to reflect on 2023 and set goals for 2024.
In 2023, the Bay County Sheriff’s Office fed about 2000 families through Operation ThankFULL...
