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Supreme Court vindicates Judge Cannon’s slower pace in Trump’s Florida case
For months, the judge presiding over the classified documents case against former President Donald Trump in Florida has been bashed by critics over the slow pace at which she has addressed a growing list of pretrial motions. However, the Supreme Court’s landmark opinion on Monday, which found former presidents enjoy “absolute” immunity for official acts […]
Jackson County residents demand sheriff’s office changes practices
MARIANNA, Fla. (WMBB) — Jackson County residents gathered at a town hall meeting Tuesday night to discuss changes they demand to see at the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office. They say deputies must change how they treat the citizens they serve. “Let me tell you, there are some more issues that are about to make their […]
Wewahitchka Fire Station project receives new contracting firm
GULF COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – After a 3-year delay, the Wewahitchka Fire Station project is back on track. Work came to a halt in January 2022, when the town and the original contractor sued each other over the quality of construction. A new firm is now on the job. City officials broke ground on their […]
Jackson County Commissioners celebrate grant funding for infrastructure
JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Jackson County commissioners are celebrating the state grant they received for infrastructure. Governor Ron DeSantis presented Jackson County Commission Chairman Paul Donofro with the 4.6 million grant from the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund. It will be used to pave and add water, sewer, and gas lines on the 1.3-mile […]
Panama City band competing in Southern Lights Talent Competition
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -Southern Lights Talent Show is returning to the Panhandle once again, to find the next shining star. This year the competition is bringing back bands into the mix. Auditions have already taken place, and the stage is set for acts to compete July 11th through 13th...
Jackson County moves forward with plan to construct African American museum
JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Earlier this year, both Panama City and Marianna were finalists to become the home of the new Florida black history museum. Despite losing out to St. Johns County and Jackson County, officials are not giving up on the idea. They are moving forward with plans to construct their own African […]
Swampy Jack’s Wongo Adventure Park awarded Travellers Choice Award by Tripadvisor
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) – Panama City Beach’s own Swampy Jack’s Wongo Adventure Park has been recognized for the second year in a row by Tripadvisor. According to a news release, Swampy Jack’s was awarded the Travellers Choice Award. This award is Tripadvisor’s way of shining light on businesses that consistently earn great reviews, […]
Bonifay City Council meeting sees resident’s removal amid contentious debate
The Bonifay City Council convened for their regular meeting on Monday, July 1, at 9 AM. As per Florida Statute 286.0114, enacted in 2013, members of the public are granted a three-minute window to voice their concerns on propositions before the Board. During this public commentary period, Richard Willsey, a...
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