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It’s called “Cabin” — a double-decker, luxury bus line with WiFi, a comfy lounge and sleeping pods that offer the same pressed sheets you’ll find at the Ritz Carlton.
August in the Panhandle is definitely the classic dog days, no doubt about it. Most of us already have all the suntan we want, and getting out in the sun anytime between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. is an act … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — This weekend’s One Harrison Food + Wine Festival highlights local chefs and cuisine, plus craft beer, wine and cocktails — set along the backdrop of St. Andrew Bay amidst live music. […]
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Department of Corrections has announced $1,000 hiring bonuses for new hires upon completion of the correctional officer certification through either FDOC or certain state colleges.Certified new hires are eligible to receive bonuses at Apalachee, Franklin, Gulf, … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — A Panama City Beach man is listed as a co-inventor on an AT&T patent.Sergio Kadi is listed, along with four other people, as a co-inventor on a patent for “reducing provider costs related to E911 service.” The … (Read More)
“My favorite thing about the area is enjoying the woods walking and biking the Beaches Conservation Park in the fall, winter, and early spring. It is a conducive environment for coming up with stories to write, and it’s the real … (Read More)
“For years our community targeted back office-type operations, and with the many available open floor plan spaces that we have out there, I’m not sure if we’re looking at those type of firms or not, but it seems to have … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — A tax charged on hotel stays in Panama City Beach increased by 10.4 percent in June compared to the same month last year, a sign of robust tourism growth, officials said.The bed taxes, which are charged … (Read More)
Bid-a-Wee resident Richard McMahon said residents are concerned people using the resorts will drive on their neighborhood streets as a way of getting to Back Beach Road.
NEW YORK — The Florida Times-Union and The St. Augustine Record are among 79 publications and assets poised to become News Herald sister products.New Media Investment Group, parent company of GateHouse Media, The News Herald and the Northwest Florida Daily … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — The Beach is back in the national spotlight, this time being featured as one of CNN’s list of overlooked charming Southern cities.Panama City Beach came in at No. 13 on the list, with the network giving … (Read More)
WEST BAY — An accident at the Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport has caused a phone line and internet black out, officials confirmed Tuesday night.Airport officials said the outage would not pose a safety risk, and flights still are taking off and … (Read More)
“But as long as a man has the strength to dream …He can redeem his soul … and fly.”“If I Can Dream” as recorded by Elvis Presley Sam Shepard passed away recently. He wrote more than 55 plays, appeared in more … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — Uniforms? Check. School supplies? Check. School lunch?Eating a healthy lunch is just as important to get through the school day, but somehow this seems to be the last thing we think about. Maybe because it’s the hardest. … (Read More)
A state economic study shows that the Central Panhandle region will need to create 9,017 new jobs by 2020 and 24,797 new jobs by 2030 to keep up with population growth and have a 5 percent unemployment rate. Bay County’s … (Read More)
Some spend it all, and some return it to donors. But those who don’t typically give the money to charity. Here’s a look at where local politicians elected in the past two years donated their excess funds.
Speaking Friday in Blountstown, the influential senator said lawmakers will need to revisit changes — driven by House Speaker Richard Corcoran during the 2017 legislative session — that have created fissures between the state’s tourism-marketing agency and regional tourism groups.
A branding experiment in Pasadena marks the start of a trial period during which the company will gauge customer response and evaluate whether to take the new name nationwide.
Dear Dave,I currently have student loans in deferment from earning a degree in hospitality management. My career goal is to own a mobile food vending company, so I’m putting most of the money I make from eBay and ride-hailing services … (Read More)
“It is now time to heal and come together,” Ken Lawson wrote on the Visit Florida blog. “As part of this process, I am humbly reaching out to you to hear your story, learn about your challenges, and determine how … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — Alice Masker is back home to the delight of her family, friends and customers at her new restaurant, Alice’s on Bayview.”It’s great to have Alice home again,” said sister Phoebe Masker, who operated the former Harbor House … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — The Buxtons first cultivated cravings for the Bayou in the ’90s, and the next generation has continued to build on the tradition.”The thing about it is, everybody still got to eat, no matter how far in … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — Ask Halley Stark anything about craft beer and she probably knows the answer.The brewing process? Easy. How to take apart and put together a tap? She can do that. The IBU, bottle condition and body of any … (Read More)
July marked the third time in two years the Callaway Church’s Chicken has been ordered to close because of heath concerns.
The biggest change this year is the addition of personal computers and accessories up to $750 per item to the tax exemption list.
Name: Jason GlassRestaurant: Spinnaker Beach Club, 8795 Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach; 850-234-7892Age: 31Hometown: Panama CityCulinary School: While I have not attended culinary school, I’ve been very fortunate in having the opportunity to work with skilled chefs who’ve had much to share … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Dr. Amna Ahmed has joined Sacred Heart Medical Group as a cardiovascular specialist at its Panama City Beach location, 120 Richard Jackson Blvd., Suite 130.Dr. Ahmed is a board-certified cardiologist with special medical interests in women and … (Read More)
The owner of the Cabana property is making plans to demolish the motel at 1212 Beck Ave. “as soon as possible,” according to city documents.
PANAMA CITY — The Florida Small Business Development Center at the University of West Florida is offering up several workshops in August.The first workshop is Aug. 9 and will focus on how to do business with the federal government.The workshop, … (Read More)
“By interacting and coming in contact with the animals, we hope it will inspire people to be mindful of their counterparts in the wild and protect them,” Gulf World General Manager Pam George said.