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PANAMA CITY BEACH — Where there’s smoke on the water, so the old Deep Purple song hints, there’s fire in the sky.The skies above the Gulf of Mexico will be alight for a few days this coming week, as communities … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — This summer, WonderWorks will debut three new exhibits showcasing the latest technology in augmented reality and digital imaging. The indoor amusement park, which features more than 100 hands-on exhibits that spark the mind and imagination, continuously adds … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH – Visit Panama City Beach’s award-winning television series, “Chasin’ The Sun,” wraps up its third season Saturday on Discovery Channel, where it will return for a fourth season in January 2019.”Discovery Channel has provided a wonderful platform … (Read More)
Every couple of years I ask people I’ve corresponded with recently to tell me what they enjoy about living in this area. Here are some responses gathered in the last few weeks: LOVE THE WATERWhat I love about living in Bay … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Beach Art Group’s professional members invite the public to join them as they “Celebrate Summer” with their first group exhibition. The show will focus on nature and sea life.”This exhibition is a truly diverse collection by group … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — I’ve been asking people what they love about living in this area.I mean, sure, there’s plenty to criticize — isn’t there always? But there’s also a reason people come here to vacation, and a reason so … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — The sixth annual Patchapalooza music festival will raise money for the Veterans Task Force while rocking the beach.”We always support a local charity,” said Cindy Greiner, who co-owns Patches Pub with her husband, Vincent. “And it’s always … (Read More)
For 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)
UPDATE: 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)
UPDATE: 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)
PANAMA 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)
PANAMA 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)
PANAMA 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)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — As spring comes to a close, summer is just heating up — setting the stage for more outdoor concerts.The Lynn Haven Spring Concert Series wraps up from 6-8 p.m. Friday, May 25, at the Sheffield Park amphitheater with … (Read More)
Firefly hosted benefit for Anchorage Children’s Home.
The seventh annual Lion Tamer Dive Tournament, hosted by Diver’s Den and Capt. Anderson’s Marina, includes a free Family Fun Day from 1-6 p.m. Sunday at the marina.
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Nearly 2,000 Jeeps from 14 states are expected to roll into Frank Brown Park when the third annual Jeep Beach Jam jump-starts Tuesday for six days of recording-setting action.”We are already past last year for the number of Jeeps, with the whole … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — The momentum that began Wednesday continues into the weekend at the largest free motorcycle rally in the nation.Thunder Beach kick-started its 20th annual Spring Rally with concerts, stunt shows and demos earlier this week — and … (Read More)
Name, Age: Chris Choat, 31Years bartending: 3 yearsBar location: The Office at Ms. Newby’sFavorite drink to make: “Smoked Old Fashioned.”What’s the most sold drink in the bar? “It’s a pretty good mix here, but I’d say Tito’s, Soda and Lime.”When someone … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Thunder Beach will mark its 20th spring rally with a series of free concerts, poker runs and parades, stunt shows, light shows and more starting Wednesday, May 2.The official Thunder Beach Kickstart Party will be from 7 … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — SandJam sets the stage for a good time — right in the sand with the the Gulf of Mexico as the backdrop.The inaugural alternative rock music festival is set for April 26-28 by the M.B. Miller County … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — I had a friend ask me to take him fishing for reds, said he hasn’t been able to find or catch a red in over a month. We went Friday afternoon, after work, since the front was … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Organizers have announced that three of the four days of the Seabreeze Jazz Festival are already sold out. Tickets remain available only for the April 19 opening performances.The venue, Aaron Bessant Park at Pier Park, can serve a capacity … (Read More)
The 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)
PANAMA 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)
PANAMA 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)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — All the elements are there: action, danger, acrobatic and dancing skills, as well as the elements of water, air and fire.Cirque Italia brings its animal-free Water Circus to Panama City Beach starting Thursday, March 29, featuring … (Read More)
HAVE AN EVENT?Email Jan Waddy, [email protected], or Tony Simmons, [email protected]. Inclusion of events in this calendar is at editor’s discretion. FRIDAY, MARCH 16BLINK 180 TRUE TRIBUTE: 7 p.m. at Club La Vela, 8813 Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach. Ages 18 and … (Read More)
With temperatures in the 60s by day and 50s by night, the first part of March should provide ideal fishing conditions for many coastal species across the Panhandle — and after St. Patrick’s Day, the arrival of the migratory species … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Emerald Coast Cruizin’ springs into the main event with the car show at Aaron Bessant Park.”We’re expecting over 1,500 coming from all parts of the country,” said Robert “Rakes” Parrish of Flip Flop Promotions, who was checking … (Read More)