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PCB clinic offers screening for men
July 6, 2017 — JOHN HENDERSON“It is geared to engaging men on a topic they want to avoid, which is their health,” Bill Koleszar said. “These are often treatable conditions. But have to know about them.”
Yearly Archives: 2017
Celebrate Outdoors: Panhandle Tarpon Time
Posted on July 6, 2017 — By Frank Sargeant Special to The News HeraldFor most of us, the opportunity to hook a fish that’s literally bigger than we are is remote — it costs a whole lot of money and usually takes a whole lot of trips way offshore to connect with a … (Read More)
Captain & Maybelle go to the extreme at Ripley’s
Posted on July 6, 2017 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY BEACH — Sword swallowing, balloon swallowing, fire breathing and eye socket weightlifting are all in a day’s work for Captain & Maybelle.”I will be doing the human blockhead with a solid six-inch steel spike in the center of my skull, … (Read More)
Sabal Trail natural gas pipeline starts operating
Posted on July 6, 2017 — The News Service of FloridaA 515-mile pipeline that will help carry natural gas to Florida Power & Light and Duke Energy Florida power plants has gone into commercial service, backers of the project said Wednesday.The Sabal Trail pipeline, which stretches from Alexander City, Ala., … (Read More)
Robot takeover inches along
Posted on July 6, 2017 — Craig Torres Bloomberg“They just don’t understand it,” says Vik Singh, the co-founder and chief executive officer of Infer Inc. in Mountain View, California. “And they don’t believe it.”
PCB, rental owner at odds over inspection
Posted on July 5, 2017 — JOHN HENDERSONGenese Hatcher, who owns beach rental properties under the name Little Mermaid Properties, says the city wants to inspect her properties because of personal disagreements, not code violations. A hearing on the injunction request is scheduled for July 17.
Back Beach Barbecue beckons neighborhood
Posted on July 5, 2017 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY BEACH — No matter how you pile up your tray, barbecue is messy, and that’s just part of its appeal. So, don’t be shy, grab plenty of napkins — and dive right in.Back Beach Barbecue owner Danny Cosenzi, … (Read More)
Laspee named PCB library branch manager
Posted on July 4, 2017 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTPANAMA CITY BEACH — The Northwest Regional Library System has named Laura Laspee as branch manager of the Panama City Beach Public Library.“I look forward to building partnerships between the library and the local community,” said Laspee, who received her … (Read More)
Shipwreck Island ranked No. 11 water park
Posted on July 4, 2017 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTPANAMA CITY BEACH — Travel site TripAdvisor recently named Shipwreck Island Waterpark No. 11 on its list of U.S. Travelers’ Choice water parks.Winners were rated by the quantity and quality of reviews posted to the site during a 12-month period.The … (Read More)
Student loan mistakes to avoid
Posted on July 4, 2017 — By Teddy Nykiel NerdWallet via APThrough the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, people with federal student loans can get their loans erased tax-free if they first make loan payments for 10 years while working for the government or a nonprofit.
Auto sales continue to drop
Posted on July 4, 2017 — Tom Krisher The Associated PressU.S. auto sales fell 3 percent last month. It was the sixth straight monthly decline as sales dropped off last year’s record pace.
Winn-Dixie donating Fourth profits to veterans
Posted on July 3, 2017 — Laura BernstienJACKSONVILLE — For the third consecutive year, all profits generated at Winn-Dixie grocery stores Tuesday will be donated in support of veterans, service members and their families.Southeastern Grocers, parent of Winn-Dixie, has partnered again with Hope For The Warriors, a … (Read More)
Reporting award caps News Herald’s 2016 honors
Posted on July 3, 2017 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTGatehouse Media in June named The News Herald’s Katie Landeck its Beat Reporter of the Year, bringing to 28 the number of awards garnered by The News Herald’s editorial department in 2016.
Marinas, captains ready for ‘busiest week of the year’
Posted on July 1, 2017 — COLLIN BREAUXFor tourists and locals, hopping on a boat to cruise the waters in Bay County can be an appealing alternative to getting stuck in traffic or searching for a spot on a crowded beach. And it’s an industry that’s poised … (Read More)
Brotherhood of BBQ: Sonny’s celebrates 30 years in Bay County
Posted on June 30, 2017 — By Gina Farthing Special to The News Herald“People want to feel special,” franchise owner Wayne Lindsey said. “We try to make it like family when they come here.”
DAVE SAYS: Let Dad be mad, but don’t buy the house
Posted on June 30, 2017 — Laura BernstienDear Dave,My dad wants me to buy a house on a 30-year loan for him and my mom in my name, and let them make the payments. I’m 24 years old and have a good credit score and a nice … (Read More)
No Bay restaurant closures issued in June
Posted on June 30, 2017 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTPANAMA CITY — No Bay County restaurants were cited or closed by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulations (DBPR) in June.There also were no closures in Gulf, Franklin, Washington, Holmes, Calhoun and Jackson counties in June.However, one Walton County … (Read More)
New restaurant opens in Glenwood ice cream cone
Posted on June 30, 2017 — KATIE LANDECK“We were supposed to open on Thursday, but customers started showing up,” said Latonya Dorsey, the restaurant’s namesake.
Celebrate Service: Duck Race offers a quackin’ good time
Posted on June 30, 2017 — AMANDA BANKSThe event, benefiting Beach Care Services, features local celebrities racing across a pool on giant inflatable duck floats in four-man teams and a second race featuring 1,400 “baby” ducks.
Condos, beach, park off Panama City Marina plans
Posted on June 29, 2017 — KATIE LANDECKAmong other changes, the boat ramp is back in the designs, untouched in its current location.
Walton County island up for sale for $2.5 million
Posted on June 29, 2017 — TONY JUDNICHThe land available for development would be ideal for someone who would like to use it for a private home or for a developer who wants to build a small, exclusive resort and/or a wedding venue, the Realtor says.
OT rule to be reviewed
Posted on June 29, 2017 — Jonnelle Marte The Washington PostThe rule, which was finalized last year by the Obama administration, would have expanded the number of workers eligible for overtime pay. It has been on hold since shortly after the November election.
EPA chief, DOW head met before pesticide ruling
Posted on June 29, 2017 — Michael Biesecker The Associated PressTwenty days after Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt met with Dow CEO Andrew Liveris for about a half-hour at a Houston hotel, Pruitt announced his decision to deny a petition to ban Dow’s chlorpyrifos pesticide from being sprayed on … (Read More)
Have a Blast on the Beaches
Posted on June 28, 2017 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTPANAMA CITY BEACH — Area residents and visitors are invited to celebrate the Fourth of July at Pier Park with a fun, family-friendly event from 3-10 p.m. Tuesday, July 4. Families will enjoy a variety of patriotic activities, entertainment, giveaways of … (Read More)
Aloha! Hawaiian-Filipino food truck makes waves
Posted on June 28, 2017 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY — On Saturday morning, Amanda and Martin Vicente packed up their five children, ages 3 months to 15, and headed to Bonita Bay — along with their 26-foot long, 14,000 pound food truck. […]
Patsy’s preview: Meet Chef Chris Carson
Posted on June 28, 2017 — JAN WADDYCHEF’S PALATEName: Chris CarsonRestaurant: Patsy’s, 448 Harrison Ave., Panama CityAge: 29Hometown: Panama CityCulinary School: Gulf Coast State CollegeAfter a long workday, what do you eat? A really good, greasy hamburgerWhat’s your guilty (food) pleasure?Candy, […]
Grayton Beer Co. expands to Louisiana
Posted on June 28, 2017 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTSANTA ROSA BEACH — South Walton craft brewery Grayton Beer Company has partnered with Crescent Crown Distributing, expanding its distribution across Louisiana.Crescent Crown will serve as the brewery’s Louisiana distributor, with warehouses in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lafayette and Thibodaux. The … (Read More)
Zachem new leader of state business department
Posted on June 27, 2017 — The News Service of FloridaTALLAHASSEE — Gov. Rick Scott appointed Jonathan Zachem as Secretary of the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation on Tuesday. The department has been without a full-time leader since Ken Lawson left to become president and CEO of tourism-marketing … (Read More)
Panama City to lower some water impact fees
Posted on June 27, 2017 — KATIE LANDECKWithout the changes, a homeowner would have been charged $1,750 for a renovation — even for just one bathroom. However, based on the expected usage, that fee now plummets to $593.
Man promoted to VP of Community Bank Coast
Posted on June 27, 2017 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTPANAMA CITY BEACH — Jacob Mann recently was promoted to vice president for Community Bank Coast.With more than nine years of banking experience, he most recently served as an assistant vice president in the Panama City Beach office. In his new role, Mann will … (Read More)