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Two Bay County restaurant cited for 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. For a complete list of local restaurant inspections, including violations not requiring...
Local 4th of July Events
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - If you’re not sure where to spend the 4th of July, there are plenty of events in our area to choose from. LYNN HAVEN “LET FREEDOM RING” FINALEA.L. KINSAUL PARK6:00-9:30 P.M. THE COVE’S 4TH OF JULY JUBILEEBEACH DRIVE SCENIC OVERLOOK6:00-10 P.M.
A week after winning $97K, Destin fishing team hauls in $153K at another billfish tourney
For the second weekend in a row, Team Supreme has risen to the top in a local billfish tournament. After placing first in the release division in the Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic at Baytown Marina in Sandestin the weekend of June 21-23, Capt. Chase Lake and the crew aboard Team Supreme took top honors in the same division in the Bay Point Billfish Classic June 27-29 on Panama City Beach.
Sweet Summertime: 4th of July Party Planning
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The July 4th holiday is less than 24 hours away, but you still have time to put together a beautiful table with goodies for your July 4th get together!. You can also use items around your home for decorations. On Wednesday July 3, party...
A 567-pound blue marlin: Destin's Wynsong wins more than $250K at Bay Point Billfish Open
They only got one bite, but it was all Wynsong needed to reel in $289,320 in prize money at the Bay Point Billfish Open over the weekend at Point South Marina on Panama City Beach. Destin’s Capt. Allen Staples and his crew on the Wynsong, an 80-foot Viking owned by...
Tips to keep your pets safe during 4th of July celebrations
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Keeping people safe is not the only concern on the 4th of July. Pets generally are not big fans of fireworks. According to a new survey by Rover, nearly three-quarters of cats and dogs are afraid of fireworks. The loud noises can trigger anxiety in animals, causing them to run […]
'Positive impact': Panama City considers expanding downtown social district for alcohol
PANAMA CITY − Residents soon might have a larger area downtown to openly consume alcohol. Panama City commissioners on Tuesday held the first reading of an ordinance to expand the Downtown Panama City Social District, or a region in the downtown area where people can openly carry and consume alcoholic drinks. ...
Panama City Commission approves facelift for historic Martin Theatre
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - At a ripe 88 years old, the Martin Theatre is beginning to show its age. The Panama City Commission has scheduled a facelift for the landmark and its neighbors to restore their former glory. The project plan features renovations to the Martin Theatre and the...
Grilling safety tips from the Panama City Fire Department
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – With millions of Americans across the country stocked up on hamburgers and hot dogs and ready to fire up those grills for the 4th of July, it’s important to be safe when grilling during the holiday. Panama City fire officials are reminding residents to keep sharp objects out of the […]
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