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By Paul Bonnette Kim Crowell can tell you all about the benefits of stretching. Stretching not only helps improve flexibility, helps keep muscles strong, helps to prevent injuries and improves range of motion. It can also help change your life as it did hers. Ten years ago, Kim Crowell’s world was...
By Clint Whitfield, BPA, Principal I am thrilled to share with you the remarkable achievements and exciting opportunities offered at Breakfast Point Academy’s Middle School, where our Stingray students are not only thriving academically but also diving into enriching experiences that set the stage for a successful future. One of the...
Florida’s Second Congressional District has a lot to be thankful for in November! There were multiple wins that will help grow our communities and benefit our local economy. The U.S. Department of Transportation announced an $11,250,000 FY23 Port Infrastructure Development Program grant for the expansion of Port Panama City. This...
A U.S. Navy veteran, his wife and their two daughters got a bright holiday surprise this last month! On Tuesday, Nov. 28, Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) “elves” went to work decorating the family’s home for the holidays with thousands of LED lights, solar-powered decorations and other energy-efficient...
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...