Congratulations to Lebron James, best basketball player in history, for not only surpassing the NBA record for points scored but being the first (and only) player to surpass 40,000 points. Now, I know what's coming my way. Arguably! you mean arguably! Or the lecture on how Jordan was "more clutch," had a three peat, has more rings, or played in an era where the league was more physical. I won't try and refute those arguments, but instead come from an entirely different perspective: longevity. Yes, longevity. In this era, the average NBA career is a mere 4.5 years long. That's not 4.5 years as a starter, but 4.5 years in the league total. This includes both players who play a fulfilling career, but also players who don't ever see the hardwood. Lebron, in his 21st season, is averaging 25.3 points a game. At 25.3 points per game, he's hardly a shell of himself - it's not even his lowest NBA season total. However, with age comes a lower overall usage - Lebron is only playing 35.1 minutes per game, his second lowest usage rate of his career. Think about it - playing the least minutes of his career and still scoring in the middle range. Let's face it, the man is an anomaly. No other basketball player has been able to compete at this level for so long. No other player has been able to score this many points - and there's no sign of stopping as of yet! Lebron may very well end his career 10,000 points in front of the next leading scorer. Who knows, he may set a scoring record that is never broken. Time will tell, but I can tell you now that the biggest winner is not the one who is further in the lead for a few years, but the one who holds the lead for the longest time.

Looking for something to do this weekend that won't break the bank? Look no further than downtown Panama City! The FLLUXE Arts Festival hits downtown PC this weekend, 3/1 and 3/2. Photo byStockCakeThis year is the 4th installation of the FLLUXE festival, which according to the event's website is a street painting festival featuring music, street chalk installations, a kids chalk zone, artisanal vendors and local foods among other entertainment. On Friday, the entertainment lineup includes Lucky & Wally, Jazzkat, Woods The Band, James Saint, Juliana Eden & David Watson. On Saturday, the lineup consists of Lucky &wally, Leana Carter with Tim Parrish, Corey Hall & Band, Jazzkat, Cody Bennet, emma bunch, Kelsey + Tylor, Woods the Band, The Nova, Otha + Kristi, John Davis, Eva Glasrud, The Shamrox, Michael R.J. Roth, Jake Spiller, Michael Lister, DJ Wes Rolan, The Parvanas and Al Monaro. The festival is free of charge to the public, features both indoor and outdoor locations, and will go on rain or shine. In addition to the main stage area, there are events planned for three auxiliary locations: The Center for the Arts, Gateway Park, and the corner of 4th and Luverne. The festivities start at 3:45 pm on Friday 3/1, and 9:45 am Saturday 3/2 with the final entertainers of the night wrapping up at 8:45 pm. For more details including the full entertainment schedule, included venues, as well as information about the festival itself, its mission, and how you can provide support please visit their website here.

If you ask most Americans if they've shopped at Walmart in the past five years, the answer would be a resounding yes! With its large selection that ranges from clothing, to food and groceries, auto care, tires, sporting goods, cleaning supplies, pet supplies, electronics and more and locations in most areas, it's hard not to take advantage of the large selection and low prices. With most Walmart shoppers being value oriented, they're sure to be excited to find out that they may be entitled to up to $500 from Walmart!

Both visitors to Panama City Beach and residents alike will soon have a new venue on the beach to "Boot Scoot and Boogie!" Tootsies Orchid Lounge, the self proclaimed "#1 Honky-Tonk in the World" has announced plans to open a Tootsies location in the old Spinnaker Beach Club property.