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By Mark McQueen, Bay District Schools Superintendent Let me start by saying our beach schools have always been a beacon of excellence – stellar teachers, an A+ student body – they’re basically the epitome of “what right looks like” when it comes to public education. And while I don’t get...
A Cinematic Oasis in the Heart of Pier Park Welcome to the epitome of cinematic luxury and innovation at The Grand Theater Pier Park + IMAX, a flagship gem in the Santikos Entertainment circuit. Situated at 500 South Pier Park Drive, this cutting-edge establishment stands as the unparalleled cinematic experience, offering...
Visit Panama City Beach invites visitors and residents of all ages to ring in the new year Real. Fun. Beach. style at the annual New Year’s Eve Beach Ball Drop presented by Coca-Cola. Attracting thousands of visitors to the destination, the December 31 celebration is one of Panama City...
By Clint Whitfield, Principal, Breakfast Point Academy “100 Percent, 100 Percent of the time!” This is our creed for the 2023-2024 school year for our administrative team, our teachers, and our students. It may not sound like much, but if you think about it, why can we not always give...
$1 Million Prize Recognizes Excellence in Equitable Outcomes for Students in and after College On October 31, 2023, the Aspen Institute named Gulf Coast State College as one of the 150 institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s signature recognition of...
By Mark McQueen, Bay District Schools Superintendent In a world where the virtues of respect and leadership are becoming increasingly vital, an inspiring initiative at Hutchison Beach Elementary School is paving the way for the leaders of tomorrow. The Boys On the Leadership Team (BOLT) program, under the extraordinary guidance...
The House finished October with a new Speaker of the House and restored vigor to keep our commitment to America. October also included some significant moments for Florida’s Second Congressional District. October 10 marked five years since Hurricane Michael devastated much of our district. Somehow, that storm feels like it...
By Paul Bonnette Panama City, the city where life sets sail, is home to world-class fishing, boating, hiking, and sightseeing, and a four-season paradise for anyone who enjoys the water. As president and CEO of Destination Panama City, Jennifer Vigil’s job is to showcase all that Panama City has to...
Take a look “Behind the Star” with the Bay County Sheriff’s Office! “Behind the Star” is the new BCSO podcast now available on YouTube and Facebook. The podcast will feature dash and body cam footage, video from the Air Unit, and a step-by-step breakdown by the Episode guest. Episode one...
As part of AT&T’s support for improving digital literacy nationwide, the company is helping the Public Library Association (PLA) bring free, in-person digital literacy workshops to more than 200 libraries across 45 states, including the Bay County Public Library. Upcoming Adult Digital Literacy Classes: Computer Basics (Registration Required) Tuesday, November 14...