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Bay County officials urge cautious driving ahead of back-to-school
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. For more News, Weather, and Sports in Panama City, Florida visit: <a href="https://www.mypanhandle.com">https://www.mypanhandle.com</a>
Waller Elementary School hosted back-to-school community day
BAY COUNTY, FL. (WMBB) – Waller Elementary School students did some last-minute back-to-school preparation at the school’s community day on Saturday. About 25 organizations were at the school handing out school supplies, treats, and more to students. They received items such as backpacks, crayons, scissors, highlighters, and even hygiene kits. The Bay County Sheriff’s Office […]
Waller Elementary holds Community Day before the start of school
YOUNGSTOWN, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - For many families in the panhandle, it is the last Saturday of summer. Most area schools start back up Monday and this weekend is all about last minute preparations. Lots of students and their families showed up to Waller Elementary School for the school’s Community Day...
Oscar Patterson Academy students celebrate back-to-school kick-off
BAY COUNTY, FL. (WMBB) – Before they trade the beach for books, Oscar Patterson Academy students ended summer at their back-to-school kick-off. The Glenwood Revitalization Project, Bay County Sheriff’s Office, and PC Senior Living organized the event to raise morale at the beginning of the school year. “We want the kids to have some fun […]
One Bay County restaurant temporarily closed, 4 others get high-priority violations
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Panama City Beach man sentenced to federal prison for child pornography
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – A Panama City Beach man has been sentenced to federal prison after pleading guilty to receipt and attempted receipt of child pornography. Cosme Martin Hernandez, Jr., 34, of Panama City Beach was sentenced to 7 years in prison followed by 10 years of supervised release, the sentence was announced by U.S. Attorney Jason R. Coody.
Pearson Vue Testing Available in Bay County
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Testing to get your professional certifications just got a lot closer. Florida State University Panama City Campus has upgraded to be a Pearson Vue select testing site. Bay County residents will now have the opportunity to test for teacher certifications on FSU PC campus inside...
PCB Chamber of Commerce celebrates 14th annual Women’s Work-Life Symposium
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce’s Women’s Work-Life Symposium was held at Florida State University in Panama City on Friday. This is their 14th annual symposium. The event features 3 keynote speakers, workshops, pop-up boutiques, and a cocktail hour. Women of all different backgrounds and stages of life were […]
Emergency officials urge parents to be aware of children in hot vehicles
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The first day of school for most of our counties is Monday, August 12. Since it’s still going to be extremely hot outside, authorities are urging parents to be aware of the children and pets that are riding in the car. One mistake can lead to disaster and tragedy. Heat-related […]
BCSO helped Taylor County residents affected by Hurricane Debby
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Bay County Sheriff Tommy Ford has returned home from a trip to Taylor County to provide hurricane relief. Ford and a group of deputies left Monday after Hurricane Debby struck the Big Bend area. Compared to Idalia last year and Ian the year before, Ford said the overall damages were […]
Fire department battling blaze near CWR contracting yard
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The fire broke out at a local company that does a lot of road work in the area. The fire started around 10:30 a.m. Thursday morning at the CW Roberts contracting business off Center Avenue in Millville. Panama City fire officials said an asphalt container and conveyor belt caught fire. […]
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