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Suspects in Panama City Beach murder case back in Bay County Jail
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The two suspects in last week’s Panama City Beach murder case are now back in Bay County. 23-year-olds Andre Ranglin and Devaughn Jones were extradited from the Houston County jail in Dothan Friday. Panama City Beach Police said they fled to Dothan after Tuesday night’s shooting at a beach apartment […]
Early Voting for 2024 Primary Election ending soon for Bay County
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Early voting in Bay County started one week ago. So far, there are a lot of people casting ballots. Supervisor of Elections Nina Ward opened 8 early voting precincts Monday morning at 10:00 am. From Monday through Sunday, 5,400 people have voted in person. Voters are also able to vote […]
Safety is a priority for first day of school
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Expect to see more deputies out on the roads with the first day of school on Monday. Bay County Sheriff Tommy Ford said traffic conditions will drastically change beginning Monday morning. He encouraged drivers to be patient and leave a little early. He reminded drivers that school zones will be […]
Mentoring has positive impact on education
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Big Brothers of Big Sisters of Northwest Florida fosters one-on-one mentoring throughout Bay, Walton, and Okaloosa counties. It’s a relationship that aims to provide support and guidance to our area’s youth. According to the agency, it’s also proven to help children perform better in school. Of the children served last year, […]
Students return as new school year begins in Bay County
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Monday was the first day of school for most of the counties in our viewing area. All of the campuses were buzzing with excitement as students returned to see their friends and classmates. Superintendent Mark McQueen said he has high expectations for the new school year. Most students were nervous […]
Vote: Who's your pick for the best Bay County football linebacker?
Bay County football kicks off in just a matter of weeks, and the News-Herald has been providing the key positional players to watch this upcoming season. Kickoff classics will take place on Aug. 16 and season openers will be the following Friday on Aug. 23. ...
Bay County man charged with lewd and lascivious molestation of a disabled adult
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – A Bay County man is behind bars and being charged with lewd and lascivious molestation of a disabled adult. Panama City Police said 51-year-old Marcus Robinson sexually assaulted a female victim on August 2nd at a local retirement home where she was working. The victim is classified as developmentally disabled. […]
10 Bay County linebackers to watch this high school football season
It takes a brave person to step up and face contact in every play. Linebackers constantly keep their eyes on the backfield, and the moment they spot a ball carrier, they lock in with tunnel vision, charging downfield to deliver a powerful hit. Throughout last season Bay County featured eight linebackers who totaled...
Bay County Filipino-American Association celebrated the Barrio Fiesta
BAY COUNTY, FL. (WMBB) – The Bay County Filipino-American Association hosted a barrio fiesta with cultural dances, food, and fellowship on Sunday. Upbeat music, colorful garbs, and traditional dances are all cornerstones of the celebration. “Barrio fiesta in English, you call it ‘town fiesta’, it’s a celebration for a good harvest and comradery for everyone,” […]
Bay County officials urge cautious driving ahead of back-to-school
BAY COUNTY, FL. (WMBB) – On August 12, hundreds of Bay County students will head back to school. This means several students will be commuting in cars, walkways, or buses. District officials are reminding drivers to be cautious when driving in school zones. They encourage leaving early, packing some patience before heading out the door, […]
One Bay County restaurant temporarily closed, 4 others get high-priority violations
You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name. Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. ...
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