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Yearly Archives: 2017

No regional restaurant closures issued in October

Posted on — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORT

PANAMA CITY — In a year that has resulted in more than a dozen closures of restaurants for health concerns, no area businesses were closed in October, according to official reports.The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulations (DBPR) issued … (Read More)



County commission balks on Triumph input

Posted on — JOHN HENDERSON

PANAMA CITY — Bay County commissioners won’t be picking favorites in the fierce competition for $300 million in Triumph Gulf Coast oil spill funds.The commission had planned to make recommendations to the Triumph board on 19 pre-applications submitted last week … (Read More)




DAVE SAYS: Touching their hearts

Posted on — The News Herald

Dear Dave,What are some ways to teach pre-teens the value of giving versus getting during the holiday season?Phil Dear Phil,As a parent, one of the best things you can do is be a living, breathing example of the importance of giving … (Read More)



PCB tourism up for 13th straight month

Posted on — TYRA JACKSON

“Year-round, we are focusing on families,” said Visit PCB’s Catie Feeney. “We’ve become a year-round destination, and we continue to see growth in the fall and spring time.”



Holly Fair finds new home at Edgewater

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY BEACH — Embrace holiday togetherness — and get a head start on shopping — when the Junior League of Panama City’s 29th annual Holly Fair returns Nov. 9-12 in its new home at Edgewater Beach and Golf Resort.”It … (Read More)


Businesses getting worker’s comp rate cut

Posted on — Christine Sexton The News Service of Florida

Bill Herrle, executive director of the National Federation of Independent Business-Florida, said small-business owners will benefit under State Insurance Commissioner David Altmaier’s order.


Finch returns to State Attorney’s Office

Posted on — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORT

PANAMA CITY — Barbara Finch on Wednesday rejoined the State Attorney’s Office as an assistant state attorney in the Washington County office.Finch is a career prosecutor, having previously worked as an assistant state attorney in State Attorney Glenn Hess’ office … (Read More)


Cruizin’ brings ‘CHiPs’ to the party

Posted on — TONY SIMMONS

PANAMA CITY BEACH — Emerald Coast Cruizin’ returns for its fall rally next week, and this time it brought the party CHiPs.Or, at least, it’s bringing a former star of the TV series “CHiPs,” Eric Estrada. Estrada played Frank “Ponch” … (Read More)


Free Fall Festival Fun

Posted on — TONY SIMMONS

PANAMA CITY BEACH —Contrary to the popular saying, there is a free lunch. There’s also free games, free hayrides, free entertainment and much more.All that free fun can be found at the ninth annual Woodlawn Fall Festival from 10 a.m. … (Read More)




VPS to start non-stop D.C. flights

Posted on — TOM McLAUGHLIN

“What it means for this area is that military contractors and active duty can make it back and forth in two-and-a-half hours,” Ketchel said. “To go to the nation’s capital without making a stop is such a game changer.”



Guardian Pharmacy acquires LTC business in Milton

Posted on — The News Herald

CRESTVIEW — Guardian Pharmacy of Northwest Florida (Guardian NWFL), a leading pharmacy services provider in the region, recently announced the acquisition of Gulf Medical Services’ long-term care (LTC) pharmacy business in Milton.The At-Home LTC Patient program will allow Guardian NWFL … (Read More)




Horses & HOPE

Posted on — JOSH BOUCHER

Transitioning from military to civilian life is hard for every service member, and Lt. Col. David Trogdon was no exception.“I felt like a nobody,” he said. He was medically retired in November 2015 after 33 years of service as an … (Read More)




Business expansion lands law firm on U.S. 98

Posted on — JOHN HENDERSON

PANAMA CITY — Ed Walborsky might joke that people can’t pronounce his last name, at least not correctly, but they won’t have trouble seeing his new two-story office in its high-profile location on U.S. 98.Leading one of the area’s personal … (Read More)




Thunder Beach revs up through weekend

Posted on — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORT

PANAMA CITY BEACH — The 17th annual Thunder Beach Autumn Rally builds on the momentum that began mid-week and rides strong into the weekend.Official Thunder Beach venues and vendor villages include Pier Park, Harley-Davidson of Panama City Beach and Frank … (Read More)


Wine Knot Tapas dips into Mediterranean

Posted on — JAN WADDY

PANAMA CITY — The Wine Knot Tapas Bar itself is reminiscent of the delight at finding your first Spanish tapa — it’s small but perfect, satisfying yet leaves you wanting more.Wine Knot still serves all of the Spanish Cuisine owner … (Read More)


Rescue mission opens Encore Boutique & More

Posted on — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORT

PANAMA CITY — The Panama City Rescue Mission this week opened a new clothing, accessories and furniture boutique at 1048 W. 23rd St.Encore Boutique & More sells women’s, men’s and children’s fashions; accessories; art; and furniture.“We’re excited to expand our … (Read More)