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Need for speed: Kartona Electric Speedway opens in PCB
June 9, 2018 — JOHN HENDERSONThe indoor, high-speed track in the shopping center south of the Hathaway Bridge on U.S. 98.
Yearly Archives: 2018
Denver flights kick off ECP’s Super Summer Saturdays
Posted on June 9, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTAirport officials are anticipating there will be about 7,100 passengers arriving and departing each Saturday this summer, with 28 arrival flights and 29 departure flights.
P.C. police seek youth for Junior Citizens Police Academy
Posted on June 9, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTParticipants ages 12 to 17 will have the opportunity to “view the inner workings of the police department, interact with law enforcement officers and be presented with a realistic experience of how law enforcement officers train and perform their daily … (Read More)
DBPR: Roaches close pizzeria twice in 3 months
Posted on June 8, 2018 — ZACK McDONALDDante’s Pizza, in the Panama City Mall, corrected the issue that led to the closure and was allowed to reopen later in the day May 25.
Divers, volunteers keep PCB beautiful on World Oceans Day
Posted on June 8, 2018 — The News Herald“We have the world’s most beautiful beaches so we want to keep them that way,” Gulf World’s Sam Tuno said.
30A Recycle still issuing refunds after stopping pickup
Posted on June 8, 2018 — TYRA JACKSON“Fifty percent of refunds (via credit cards) have been sent, and the other percentage is being sent through checks,” Tony Bucher said.
Indoor Valparaiso shooting range loads up
Posted on June 8, 2018 — The News HeraldOwner and NBA player Tom Hammonds said he decided to build the range after identifying a “tremendous” need for one in the area.
LETTER: Rate increases just a rumor?
Posted on June 8, 2018 — The News HeraldWith regard to James Savage’s recent letter concerning the sale of Gulf Power to NextEra (“Acquisition will raise power rates,” June 4), I don’t know if their service will cost more, but this I do know: We live in a … (Read More)
Time to snap up a few snappers
Posted on June 8, 2018 — By Frank Sargeant Special to The News HeraldFor those with a desire for red snapper fillets — pretty much all of us without a fish allergy — the opening of the season in June is cause for celebration. And thanks to extended negotiations between the Gulf states … (Read More)
Arc of the Bay Employment Highlight
Posted on June 8, 2018 — Special to The News HeraldYour future employee is a young man who has recent work experience as a volunteer custodian at the Boys and Girls Club in Springfield. He is eager to start what would be his first paid job.He prefers working day shift, … (Read More)
CELEBRATE COMMUNITY: Klothes for Kids keeps students ‘ready to succeed’
Posted on June 8, 2018 — The News HeraldOver the summer, the program collects clothing and school supplies for students of all ages and sizes.
Free seminar on business exporting next week
Posted on June 8, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTBusiness Beyond Borders: Facets of Exporting will be at 7:30 a.m. June 15 in Room 303 of Gulf Coast’s Advanced Technology Center.
ECP welcomes American Airlines to Bay County
Posted on June 7, 2018 — JOHN HENDERSON“We’ve been waiting so long for this,” Charlotte’s Dean Blocksom said. “When we found out about it, we said, ‘We’re going to be on that first flight. We’re going to take advantage of this.’”
Update: Lorrie Morgan PCB show canceled, tickets still valid
Posted on June 7, 2018 — JAN WADDYUPDATE: Due to the death of Lorrie Morgan’s Mother in Nashville this week, Lorrie has canceled her concert appearances and is not ready to perform in public yet. All ticket holders will be honored and valid for the next available … (Read More)
AutentiKa Mexican Grille shares love of family, food
Posted on June 7, 2018 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY BEACH — A native of Michoacán, Mexico, Lucy Rodriguez serves recipes passed down from her grandmother at AutentiKa Mexican Grille, opening the door to more conversations about her heritage.”They would have big fiestas in Mexico in the center of … (Read More)
Downtown P.C. scavenger hunt this weekend
Posted on June 7, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTPeople can win prizes by getting their map punched at participating locations and posting photos to social media with the hashtag #downtownpanamacity.
Update: Lorrie Morgan PCB show cancelled, details coming
Posted on June 7, 2018 — JAN WADDYUPDATE: According to Lorrie Morgan’s Facebook page, this event has been cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date. More details and what to do with your tickets will be coming. PANAMA CITY BEACH — Lorrie Morgan is making herself … (Read More)
Petroleum Institute announces ‘Explore Offshore’ coalition
Posted on June 7, 2018 — Jim Turner News Service of Florida“I think that it’s really putting your head in the sand if you think that we’re not going to need a lot more oil and gas into the future and that we can rely only on alternative fuels,” one Florida … (Read More)
EDITORIAL: Trump’s tariffs will hurt our economy and our friends
Posted on June 7, 2018 — The News HeraldAlready Canada has responded with its own series of tariffs on steel products, as well as yogurt and beer kegs. And, yes, even China has threatened tariffs on imported soybeans, which is justifiably frightening America’s farmers.
Aloha Friday! HaolePino goes ‘off-base’
Posted on June 7, 2018 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY — I have big plans of trying new things … but I had not had the Kalua Pork since the Panama City Beach Food Truck Festival in February … and I could not resist. It was just as good … (Read More)
See stars during ‘A Night Out with Lorrie Morgan’
Posted on June 7, 2018 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY BEACH — Lorrie Morgan is making herself at home at the beach — consider Saturday’s concert at Aaron Bessant Park a housewarming.”She stated the concert is to meet her, introduce her fans to her again. She hasn’t been … (Read More)
Bed taxes show strong spring in PCB
Posted on June 6, 2018 — TYRA JACKSONCombined, March and April bed tax figures have risen 15 percent over 2017 in Panama City Beach.
New company moving into old Kmart building
Posted on June 6, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTPANAMA CITY — New life is being breathed into the former Kmart building on 15th Street.Cube Smart Self Storage is preparing to move in to the property, including refreshing the paint and adding new signage. The storage facility will be … (Read More)
Dive into World Oceans Day
Posted on June 6, 2018 — TONY SIMMONSPANAMA CITY BEACH — It covers most of the world, and it’s essential to the economy of the Gulf Coast. On Friday, the planet’s interconnected ocean will be celebrated with World Oceans Day.Locally, Gulf World Marine Park and Institute, Diver’s … (Read More)
ARBOR OUTLOOK: Financial forgiveness, do-overs and Frank Sinatra
Posted on June 5, 2018 — The News Herald“Regrets. … I’ve had a few. …But then again … too few to mention.”— “My Way” as performed by Frank SinatraIf you could go back to a pivotal age in your life, say 16 years old, and start over again, … (Read More)
Masons show their skills in Bricklayer 500
Posted on June 1, 2018 — STEPHANIE NUSBAUMThe team of mason Adam White and tender Mike Russ of Brunette Masonry ultimately took the title, with White laying 480 bricks in an hour with no deductions.
DAVE SAYS: Teach them while they’re still young
Posted on June 1, 2018 — The News HeraldDear Dave,My wife and I want to begin teaching our son how to make a budget and live on one. He’s 16, and he has a part-time job and a hand-me-down car. Is this a realistic idea?Mike Dear Mike,Your son is … (Read More)
The 100 deadliest days – Keeping teens safe on the road
Posted on June 1, 2018 — Nicole Wakelin BestRide.comSchools are out and summer is here. It’s time for teens to kick back, relax, and enjoy a little break before the start of the next school year. It’s also the start of the 100 Deadliest Days. This is the … (Read More)
Business officials: Panhandle needs regional approach
Posted on May 31, 2018 — JOHN HENDERSONThe experts doled out advice about the programs and encouraged audience members to apply at a forum Thursday at FSU’s Holley Center.
Dive in: PCB Shell Show takes hobby to new level
Posted on May 30, 2018 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY BEACH — Another year of diving and snorkeling in the Gulf of Mexico, wading along the shore and digging deep in the sand, culminates with this weekend’s Panama City Beach Shell Show.”We’re probably the largest — or second largest show … (Read More)