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PANAMA CITY — The Bay County Economic Development Alliance has hired Garrett Wright as its new vice president.“I was attracted to BayEDA by the laser focus mission to create and retain high quality jobs, and the commitment level and energy … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Things continue heating up this autumn along the beaches of Bay County. From pirates to motorcycles to classic cars to reggae, the festivals of fall have got fun for all ages lined up. Here’s a quick … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Dave Giles focuses on what locals and tourists want — fresh seafood.Giles opened the Local Shrimp House, 10494 Front Beach Road, in March after his success with the Local Steamer Seafood Market. His original market opened … (Read More)
Panama City Beach attracts visitors with small kids because it is simply fun. Here are a few places that can give your kids wonderful experience at The.Real.Fun.Beach. aka Panama City Beach, Florida. However, these places are fun for all ages. … (Read More)
Some residential units already exist downtown, and there’s typically a long waiting list for a space.
“If this world were mine, I’d make you a king …With wealth untold, you could have anything.”“If This World Were Mine” as recorded by Marvin Gaye Does a corporate structure where long-term decisions are made by millions of fickle shareholders sound … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — Patsy’s Oyster Bar in downtown Panama City will celebrate its grand opening Thursday.During the celebration, starting at 4 p.m. at 448 Harrison Ave., Patsy’s will offer free wine and vodka tastings, along with heavy hors d’ouevres featuring … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Texas Roadhouse on Wednesday will donate 100 percent of its evening profits to the American Red Cross.The funds, collected from 4-10 p.m., will go to the Red Cross and other local organizations that are helping communities … (Read More)
There are countless things kids can do in Destin, Florida. The harbor and beaches in this coastal town are fabulous and that’s why it was my childhood vacation spot and an annual family gathering place. Every moment we spent in … (Read More)
DESTIN — The Golden Corral at 733 Harbor Blvd. will close at 8 p.m. Sunday after some 20 years of dishing out Americana cuisine buffet-style. “I’m kind of stunned,” said Harry Beaugez, a partner at the restaurant who has been working … (Read More)
“Irma arrived at a time when refineries were beginning to recover, and there was a mass exodus of evacuees that created a surge in demand,” said AAA spokesman Mark Jenkins.
“We continue to update our marketing plans on a daily basis,” Visit PCB President Dan Rowe said. “In the case of a storm event, we are well prepared to respond.”
When I think of a ladies night, I think of getting pretty to drink wine and laugh with my favorite friends. One of my favorite beach towns on South Walton’s Scenic Highway 30a is Alys Beach so I thought I’d … (Read More)
A list of fun facts about Bay County manufacturers to impress your friends with.
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Simon Property Group has named Michael Denton as director of marketing and business development at Pier Park.In his new role, Denton will work to create, develop and implement the overall strategic marketing direction of the shopping … (Read More)
Favorite Drink to make: “I’ve been told for a very long time that I make the best Bloody Mary, so that would probably be my favorite.”
Name, Age: Kodie Daniels, 33Years bartending: “On and off for 11-12 years.”Bar location: Bennigan’s, 2100 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Panama City, FL 32405Do you have another job or what was your last job? “I’m a mother of four, so … (Read More)
The federal agency responsible for ensuring that markets function as they should and for protecting investors was hacked last year and the intruders may have used the nonpublic information they obtained to profit illegally.
PENSACOLA — A Bay County architect and two in Walton County were winners at the annual meeting of the Northwest Florida Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.A jury comprising architects from the AIA Tallahassee Chapter selected the winning design … (Read More)
The grand opening will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, and dance parties are promised.
PANAMA CITY BEACH — After seven years of performing seven shows a week at venues in Branson, Mo., singer Don Audette is bringing his tribute to rock legend Rod Stewart home.”It’s nice to kick back and do a couple of … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — This year’s Beach for Books is going back to where the magic happens — the library.”This year is a new approach, bringing it to the library itself,” said Deborah Davidson, secretary of the Panama City Beach … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — There are people who shop their way through a city and people who eat their way through a city.While Katie is the former, I’m definitely the latter, and will go out of my way — and wallet … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Whether you’re an experienced kayaker or a first-timer, Lake Powell Kayak Tours provide a new way to experience North Florida.”As one of my projects this year, I helped put tours together with rangers at Camp Helen, … (Read More)
Name: Victor CatanzanoRestaurant: Patsy’s Oyster Bar, 448 Harrison Ave., Panama CityAge: 48Hometown: Brooklyn, N.Y.Culinary School: New York City Culinary ArtsAccolades: Best Chef Hawks Nest; Award for best original chicken FrenchAfter a long workday, what do you eat?Fresh Gulf seafood or prime … (Read More)
Once a year, Back Beach Road fills up with cars full of people dressed as pirates and pirate themed floats are seen amongst the cars. It’s funny to watch expressions of tourists wondering if this is just something that Panama … (Read More)
“I can’t blame you for tryin’ …I’m tryin’ to make it, too.”“Poor Side of Town“ as recorded by Johnny Rivers This column title gets your attention, doesn’t it? Mine, too. I stumbled across this phrase on the internet while reading a … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center has announce Brian Pinelle will join the hospital as its chief nursing officer, effective Oct. 9.Pinelle most recently was CNO for Lake City Medical Center in Lake City. He also has served … (Read More)
The Indian Temple Mound Museum was established in 1962 and it is one of the oldest museums in the State of Florida. Since I vacationed near it before moving to the Emerald Coast of Florida, I go there at least … (Read More)
CareerSource Gulf Coast Executive Director Kim Bodine said hospitality jobs aside, the other numbers are very promising for the area’s employment situation. “We have a lot of jobs being added in many of our industry categories — huge with construction,” … (Read More)