By Jamie Zimchek
Theo the Turtle is now swimming into stores near you, a cuddly, plush toy turtle with a very serious mission: raising money to support Gulf World Marine Institute (GWMI). GWMI, based in Panama City Beach, is the largest sea turtle rehabilitation facility in northern Florida, and its...
By Jamie Zimchek
Sweeping vistas of an emerald bay and languid river? Check. Atmospheric antebellum Greek Revival plantation architecture? Check. Miles of white sand beaches? Check. Small-town feel with big-town cultural attractions like parks, museums, and art galleries? Check, check, check. World famous Oysters? That’s a definite check. Perched on...
Review by Jack Smith
My apologies to William Faulkner and James Lee Burke, I still believe Pat Conroy was the greatest writer to ever come out of the South. All three were true “Sons of the South;” they appreciated its charm and hospitality while never hesitating to explore the darker...
By Julie McConnell, UF/IFAS Extension Bay County
Before I found myself working on a master’s degree in Entomology a few years ago I was like most people and saw little benefit in insects beyond pollination services. As I progressed through my studies, I learned about many other benefits insects provide...
By Britt Smith, Principal, J.R. Arnold High School
Arnold High School prides itself on providing our students 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. This month we spotlight...
By Marta Rose-Thorpe
Matt Standish works for the Bay County Vet Center, a special office at the VA that helps Veterans and Troops suffering from post-traumatic stress. He is a member of VFW Post 2185 and AMVETS Post 2298, as well as president of the Veterans Task Force of Northwest...
By Mayor Mark Sheldon
Every community, if it is lucky, has one – that hidden gem that takes you a bit by surprise.
The beauty and attraction of our sugar white sandy beaches and emerald green waters have garnered us attention as one of the World’s Most Beautiful Beaches. But Panama...
By Bill Husfelt, Superintendent, Bay District Schools
With more than 1,200 English Language Learners (ELL students) speaking approximately 33 different languages, it’s safe to say that Bay District Schools really is a melting pot of students from throughout the world. No where is that more evident than at our schools...
By Jamie Zimchek
It’s nearly midnight. Suddenly, there’s the sort of crash outside that gives a person heart palpitations. Prowling cautiously around the corner, you spot the furry culprit lumbering leisurely down the back road with a trash bag in tow: it’s your friendly neighborhood Florida black bear, and he’s...
