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Yearly Archives: 2017


New Beach ER officially opens

Posted on — ERYN DION

“You will receive the same care and the same technical expertise that you would at the hospital,” Bay Medical CEO Steve Grubbs said Monday in a ribbon-cutting ceremony.


Alys Beach to host job fair Wednesday

Posted on — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORT

ALYS BEACH — The town of Alys Beach will host a job fair Wednesday for food and beverage, housekeeping, recreation, construction and engineering positions.Candidates are encouraged to apply online at http://www.alysbeach.com/careers/#.WUv1XusrKUl before the fair, where they will meet with hiring managers … (Read More)



Event company, DIB part ways

Posted on — KATIE LANDECK

Legistix had planned a number of larger events in which the board previously had expressed an interest, such as a fashion show, ball and revamped Oktoberfest. Now, the DIB is working to make all the events happen, but the scope … (Read More)



Corcoran: Visit Florida ‘cleaning up their act’

Posted on — By Jim Turner The News Service of Florida

“It’s clear that Visit Florida has heard us loud and clear and are beginning the process of cleaning up their act and ceasing the waste of taxpayer money,” House Speaker Richard Corcoran said in a statement Thursday.


Johns appointed to FNB Board of Directors

Posted on — Laura Bernstien

PANAMA CITY — First National Bank Northwest Florida has announced the appointment of Kim M. Johns to its board of directors.Johns has been with First National for five years and currently serves as chief operating officer and chief credit officer. He … (Read More)


DAVE SAYS: Keep the bike for sentimental value

Posted on — By Dave Ramsey Special to The News Herald

If it were just a miscellaneous motorcycle, I’d sell the thing in about 20 seconds. But this bike is unique and special because it was your dad’s. There’s only one of those in the world.


WestRock to acquire 2 companies’ assets

Posted on — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORT

NORCROSS, Ga. — WestRock Company announced Wednesday it has entered into agreements to acquire substantially all of the assets of Island Container Corp. and Combined Container Industries LLC, independent producers of corrugated boxes, sheets and point-of-purchase displays.The assets to be … (Read More)


The Bistro boasts Southern favorites

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY — Even on his day off, Erick Rogers was cooking in The Bistro kitchen.”No matter what mental state I’m in, it helps me diffuse it in the process of cooking. When something stresses me, it gives me relaxation. … (Read More)


April bed, sales taxes up in Panama City Beach

Posted on — JOHN HENDERSON

“With big names like Sheryl Crow and Darius Rucker joining us for this year’s SpringJam concert, there’s nowhere else you can find this level of entertainment alongside a beach as beautiful as our 27 miles of sparkling white sand,” said … (Read More)


JCPenney to reopen with Sephora, more appliances

Posted on — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORT

PANAMA CITY — JCPenney will open its upgraded store at 10 a.m. Friday at the Panama City Mall, 2150 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.The renovated location now includes a full-service Sephora and 1,000-square-foot appliance showroom.The 1,700-square-foot Sephora offers cosmetics, skin … (Read More)


Dinner with a View

Posted on — TONY SIMMONS

TONY SIMMONS News Herald Writer @PCNHTonyS PANAMA CITY BEACH — When it comes to dinner and a view, the waterfront dining in Panama City Beach offers lots of choices. We’ve gathered this list of some of the area’s eateries that let … (Read More)


Back Beach Barbecue opens its doors

Posted on — Laura Bernstien

PANAMA CITY BEACH — Back Beach Barbecue officially opened Monday, June 19, at 19714 Panama City Beach Parkway, Panama City Beach, in a space formerly occupied by Coram’s.Chef/partner Mark Eichin and pitmasters Chris Mack and Shane Kirkland offer slow-smoked meats prepared in two Lang … (Read More)


Dolce 101: Chef Kris Calloway crafts summer menu

Posted on — JAN WADDY

JAN WADDY News Herald Features Editor @JanWaddy1 Name: Kris Calloway Restaurant: Dolce 101, 11535 Hutchison Blvd., Panama City Beach; 850-249-5300 Age: 37 Hometown: Flagstaff, Ariz. Culinary School: Scottsdale Culinary Institute Accolades: Dolce Enoteca Voted most popular restaurant at Taste of … (Read More)


Commissioners eye sports park cost

Posted on — JOHN HENDERSON

Panama City Beach Mayor Mike Thomas, who is on the Tourist Development Council, said Monday he hopes the County Commission votes to reject the sports park bids, then redesign the park and rebid the project.




2 scooter businesses sue PCB

Posted on — JOHN HENDERSON

PANAMA CITY BEACH – Two scooter rental businesses Friday made good on their promise to sue the city of Panama City Beach over the council’s recently passed laws eliminating rentals in three years and another prohibiting overnight rentals.Scooter rental businesses, … (Read More)


DAVE SAYS: To file, or not to file?

Posted on — By Dave Ramsey Special to The News Herald

Dear Dave,How do you know when you should file an insurance claim on a homeowner’s issue, versus just dealing with it and paying cash?Ben Dear Ben,Basically, it’s when you begin to feel the pain financially. Let’s say you have a $1,000 … (Read More)


Cox Pools named to top 50 pool builders

Posted on — Special to The News Herald

PANAMA CITY BEACH — Cox Pools recently was ranked No. 14 on PSN Pool and Spa News’ 2017 Top 50 Pool Builders, up from No. 21 in 2016. The ranking components include revenue, staff, industry involvement, web presence and community involvement. In addition, … (Read More)


Sacred Heart Emerald Coast ICU named top performer

Posted on — Special to The News Herald

MIRAMAR BEACH — Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast recently received the highest Overall Top Performer Award for its Intensive Care Unit services from Professional Research Consultants Inc., an independent research-marketing firm dedicated to the improvement of healthcare nationwide.The award is … (Read More)


Lucky’s Market set to open by fall

Posted on — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORT

PANAMA CITY — Construction is well underway at Lucky’s Market, a natural food grocer, which is slated to open on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in the late summer or early fall.A July opening originally was predicted for the grocery … (Read More)




Dinner and conversation (pieces)

Posted on — TONY SIMMONS

TONY SIMMONS News Herald Writer @PCNHTonyS PANAMA CITY BEACH — There’s more to area eateries than the tasty temptations on the menu. Many favorite restaurants also have intriguing or entertaining centerpieces to fascinate diners or lure passing motorists.


Jersey Mike’s grand opening to benefit CAC

Posted on — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORT

PANAMA CITY — In conjunction with its grand opening Wednesday, sub shop Jersey Mike’s is offering coupons that will benefit the Gulf Coast Children’s Advocacy Center.The store is offering a series of coupons through Sunday. For each one redeemed, the … (Read More)


TDC seeks to trim sports park price

Posted on — JOHN HENDERSON

TDC members plan to work with consultant SFM Sports Facilities Management to find a lower price. The Bay County Commission then will decide June 20 whether to sign off on the plan to negotiate with Phoenix Construction, owned by Lynn … (Read More)


ARBOR OUTLOOK: Mutual funds, taxes and Irving Berlin

Posted on — By Margaret McDowell Special to The News Herald

Author’s note: This is the first in a two-part series on mutual funds. “Dressed in their best, they’re a happy mob …If you care to join them, just hurry along.”— “Follow the Crowd” as written by Irving Berlin Imagine you and four … (Read More)