By Julie McConnell, UF/IFAS Extension
The title “Florida Master Gardener” is not just a catchy name for someone who knows a lot about gardening; this designation is a hard-earned certification with annual investment of time by each dedicated volunteer. To become a UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardener Volunteer each person must...
By Ed Offley
The orange traffic signs are up everywhere on the Panama City Beach “island.”
Don’t expect their removal anytime soon.
From Clara Avenue to the Lake Powell Bridge in unincorporated Bay County, the Panama City Beach Parkway (US 98) this month has turned into a ten-mile construction zone as the...
The looming government shutdown dominated the headlines in September, but there was more happening in the House of Representatives that impacts Florida’s Second Congressional District.
Last month, I introduced a bill that would award the late Coach Bobby Bowden, a football legend and leader in our district, who passed away...
The Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA) Task Force released the results of Operation Safe Kids, a strategic initiative in 42 Florida counties that called attention to traffic safety in and around schools to ensure that children had a safe return to school from Summer Break. During the Task Force Operation...
By Paul Bonnette
Summer has officially come to an end, even if it doesn’t feel like it just yet. Sunscreen and lemonade have been replaced with backpacks, pencils, and pumpkin spice. School may be back in session, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy some fun fall activities. Of course,...
From Mayor Mark Sheldon
City government has many moving parts. In many ways, it is like a business with various service lines including administration, finance, police, fire public works, utilities, building and planning, community redevelopment, and parks and recreation.
Each and every department serves the residents, businesses and visitors of this...
By Julie McConnell, UF/IFAS Extension
European honey bees are well known for their contributions to agriculture, but did you know that there are over 300 bees that are native to Florida? This article will talk about a handful of species that may be found in your northwest Florida landscape.
The first...
Pier Park announced today that the shopping, dining, and entertainment complex will again help locals and visitors in need by hosting its annual “Halloween Costume Drive.” The Pier Park team will be collecting new and gently-used costumes at the Mall Management Office.
Halloween costume donors are invited to drop off...
By Britt Smith, Principal, J.R. Arnold High School
Arnold High School prides itself on providing our Marlins with a Triple-A educational experience! These A’s represent Academics, Arts, and Athletics. The success of our Marlins can be seen in the various awards bestowed upon them each year.
Academically our Marlins are proving...
