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April 11, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTThe first 50 customers will receive a free Chipotle SWAG bag.
Yearly Archives: 2018
Contractors Connect set for May 3 in Grayton Beach
Posted on April 11, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTGRAYTON BEACH — A regional networking event for contractors and related industry professionals is set for May 3 in Grayton Beach.Contractors Connect, created by The Hive Creative Consulting, is a bi-monthly event for contractors, subcontractors and other home specialists along … (Read More)
Buying bonds and cars in bulk
Posted on April 10, 2018 — The News Herald“They’re gonna put me in the poor house…And throw away the key.”“Poor House” as performed by The Traveling Wilburys Let’s talk cars and securities and the prices you pay for both.The share price of stocks won’t vary from brokerage to brokerage … (Read More)
Florida Georgia Line, Eric Church, Thomas Rhett to headline Gulf Coast Jam
Posted on April 10, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTThe annual country music festival, in its sixth year, will run Aug. 31 to Sept. 2. Florida Georgia Line will headline Friday, Church on Saturday and Rhett on Sunday.
Crab Island businesses get early start
Posted on April 9, 2018 — The News HeraldRumors of possible new regulations for Crab Island’s businesses because of safety issues have concerned several vendors.
Panama City UPS driver accident-free for 25 years
Posted on April 9, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTBernard Green, a Panama City driver, was among this year’s 86 Florida inductees to the UPS Circle of Honor.
Auto Bits: EPA to roll back emissions standards – setting up fight with California air resources board
Posted on April 9, 2018 — The News HeraldTip of the WeekThe Environmental Protection Agency has announced that it will revise emissions targets and reconsider California’s Clean Air Act Waiver to set emissions in its state.On April 2, the Environmental Protection Agency made it official. The targets that … (Read More)
DAVE SAYS: Getting rid of the care
Posted on April 6, 2018 — The News HeraldDear Dave,How do you sell a vehicle with a lien amount that’s higher than the actual value of the car?Michael Dear Michael,First, you need to find a way to cover the difference between the amount of the lien and what you … (Read More)
Financial adviser to offer retirement planning workshop
Posted on April 6, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTPANAMA CITYJeff Cherry, radio host and chief financial adviser of Cherry Wealth Advisors, will host a retirement planning workshop at 6 p.m. Tuesday at a Panama City Beach restaurant.During the dinner, Cherry will discuss lifetime income, investment risk and planning … (Read More)
Celebrate Outdoors: April angling action in the Panhandle
Posted on April 6, 2018 — By Frank Sargeant Special to The News HeraldThe action off the beach is the primary news for fishermen across the Panhandle this month as the vast bait schools show up in their spring migration northward from South Florida, and with them the pelagic near-shore camp followers, cobia, … (Read More)
Wadsworth becomes second female publisher of USA Today
Posted on April 5, 2018 — The Associated PressA Cuban-American born in Miami, Wadsworth joined the corporate team of Gannett Co. in 2009, after getting her start as an agricultural reporter for the Rockford Register Star.
Callaway Zaxby’s to mark 1 year with week of specials
Posted on April 5, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTCALLAWAY — It’s been one year since Ken Clark opened a new Zaxby’s location at 217 N. Tyndall Parkway, and to celebrate, the store will have five days of freebies next week.“Thank you, Callaway, for an amazing year!” Clark said … (Read More)
Century 21 Blue Marlin Pelican agent featured in Amazon book
Posted on April 5, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTDESTIN — Century 21 Blue Marlin Pelican local agent Jordan Dennis is among nine Century 21 agents across the country featured in Amazon’s No. 1 new release, “Winning Real Estate: 9 Secrets to Success from Leading Pros.”Exploring how to grow … (Read More)
Inaugural Tacos & Tequila fest postponed to Mother’s Day Weekend
Posted on April 4, 2018 — JAN WADDYThe 500 tickets sold so far will remain valid for May 12, and people who cannot attend then can get a refund.
Go nuts: Waffle Queen builds on protein
Posted on April 4, 2018 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY BEACH — Sarah K. Yohn of SKY Fitness and Nutrition opened Waffle Queen Cafe on Feb. 14 inside Fitness Junky, so others could fall in love with her protein waffles, too.”I’m a one-woman show,” said Yohn, aka Waffle Queen, … (Read More)
Rodents, roaches temporarily close 5 restaurants in March
Posted on April 4, 2018 — ZACK McDONALDWingo’s in Callaway was the only repeat offender, with inspectors reporting 40 hard rodent droppings and “rodent burrow or rodent nesting materials” in the employee restroom.
Chipotle to open April 16
Posted on April 3, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTPANAMA CITY — It will be a fiesta at Bay City Point on April 16.Joining the crowd-favorite Cracker Barrel, the Chipotle Mexican Grill has announced it also plans to have its grand opening that Monday. In a press release, the burrito eatery … (Read More)
Classroom laptops, notetaking and Laguna Beach
Posted on April 3, 2018 — The News Herald“I was so broke I couldn’t pay attention.”— Southern Colloquialism Innovative communication devices are wonderful. Until they aren’t.While searching for a restaurant in Laguna Beach, California, last summer, my husband and I pulled over in a parking lot and asked a … (Read More)
Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen coming to Pier Park
Posted on April 3, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTThe restaurant will offer Deen’s Southern-Style entrees, sides and desserts, including “Paula’s Southern Fried Chicken” and “Grandmama Paul’s Fried Green Tomatoes.”
Auto Bits: 3 ways soybean farmers’ biodiesel helps clear the air
Posted on April 2, 2018 — The News HeraldTip of the WeekSoybean farmers in Minnesota wear many different hats: small-business owner, agronomist, equipment expert, accountant and environmentalist. Yes, they are the original stewards of the land, continually evolving their practices to keep natural resources healthy for the next … (Read More)
Capital City Bank names Davis new market president
Posted on March 30, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTPANAMA CITY — Capital City Bank this week announced Panama City Beach’s Ryan Davis will be the company’s new market president. Davis, a lifelong Bay County resident, will be responsible for guiding the development and delivery of lending products in … (Read More)
DAVE SAYS: Access to my checking account?
Posted on March 30, 2018 — The News HeraldDear Dave,Will paying my taxes online give the government electronic access to my checking account?Ashley Dear Ashley,If you use your checking account, of course they will have the ability to withdraw that money from your account. I believe I know where … (Read More)
Bay County up 2,000 jobs in past year
Posted on March 30, 2018 — JOHN HENDERSON“We expect an uptick in employment at this time of year as seasonal hiring for our region begins to heat up,” said Kim Bodine with CareerSource Gulf Coast.
GKN bought out; Bay facility still moving forward, EDA says
Posted on March 30, 2018 — JOHN HENDERSONThe acquisition of GKN Aerospace in what British media are calling “a hostile takeover” is not expected to affect the company’s new manufacturing facility, local officials said Friday.
Easter Feast: Focus on celebrating, not cooking
Posted on March 29, 2018 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY — Restaurants serve brunches, buffets and special menus on Easter Sunday, from traditional honey glazed ham to crab, lamb and filet mignon.It’s up to you to choose a place where you can stay in your Sunday best after church, dress down and let the … (Read More)
Mission BBQ serves country, community
Posted on March 28, 2018 — JAN WADDY“We do an invasion eight weeks before we open, where we drop off food and reach out and meet with police chiefs, fire chiefs and give a brand presentation,” said Andrew Johnstone, director of operations. “Our mission is to serve.”
United set to commit to ECP through 2020
Posted on March 28, 2018 — JOHN HENDERSONSignatory airlines receive revenue sharing from the airport, and can brand their gate and ticket counters with airport approval.
Coldwell Banker in P.C., Pensacola earns Platinum Award
Posted on March 28, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTPANAMA CITY — The Cartus Broker Network, an international corporate relocation company, has named Northwest Florida’s Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate a Platinum Award winner. Platinum is the highest level of excellence award given to principal brokers.The award was given … (Read More)
Dreams, alchemy transform into ‘Miracle’ art
Posted on March 28, 2018 — TONY SIMMONSPANAMA CITY BEACH — Modern mythologies are reborn in the work of beach-based artist Jason Miracle.”My paintings are about mythology, religion, and where those cross over to pop culture,” he explained during a tour of studio gallery, which will open … (Read More)
Easter celebrations hop across area beaches, parks
Posted on March 28, 2018 — TONY SIMMONSPANAMA CITY BEACH — With egg hunts spreading throughout the area, the Little Locals Beach Easter Egg Hunt remains a mainstay on the white sandy shoreline.Hosted each year by Schooners, “the last local beach club,” the pristine beach between the club and … (Read More)