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November 6, 2018 — Patrick McCreless“I’ll take pretty much anything to get around.”
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St. Joe still committed to marina project
Posted on November 5, 2018 — KATIE LANDECKPANAMA CITY — Hurricane Michael didn’t scare away the St. Joe Company from its plans to build a hotel in downtown Panama City. If anything, it motivated them.On Friday, St. Joe CEO Jorge Gonzalez sent a letter to the city … (Read More)
St. Joe still committed to marina project
Posted on November 5, 2018 — KATIE LANDECKPANAMA CITY — Hurricane Michael didn’t scare away the St. Joe Company from its plans to build a hotel in downtown Panama City. If anything, it motivated them.On Friday, St. Joe CEO Jorge Gonzalez sent a letter to the city … (Read More)
McDonald’s franchise owner helps employees affected by Hurricane Michael
Posted on November 2, 2018 — COLLIN BREAUXBAY COUNTY – The franchise owner of several local McDonald’s restaurants is helping employees after Hurricane Michael.Tracy Johnstone owns and operates several local McDonald’s with her husband Tim Johnstone as Johnstone Foods. They have been helping employees, including new hires, … (Read More)
McDonald’s franchise owner helps employees affected by Hurricane Michael
Posted on November 2, 2018 — COLLIN BREAUXBAY COUNTY – The franchise owner of several local McDonald’s restaurants is helping employees after Hurricane Michael.Tracy Johnstone owns and operates several local McDonald’s with her husband Tim Johnstone as Johnstone Foods. They have been helping employees, including new hires, … (Read More)
Locals get Hurricane Michael tattoos to commemorate disaster, recovery
Posted on November 1, 2018 — GENEVIEVE SMITHThe most popular tattoos so far have been designs of the 850 area code, with the 0 replaced by a small hurricane graphic, or an orange. Residents also been been purchasing art of Florida’s outline, as a reminder of the … (Read More)
Locals get Hurricane Michael tattoos to commemorate disaster, recovery
Posted on November 1, 2018 — GENEVIEVE SMITHThe most popular tattoos so far have been designs of the 850 area code, with the 0 replaced by a small hurricane graphic, or an orange. Residents also been been purchasing art of Florida’s outline, as a reminder of the … (Read More)
Bay County employers are hiring after Hurricane Michael, but housing and loyalty may be a roadblock
Posted on November 1, 2018 — By Hannah Morse GateHouse Media FloridaThe largest employers in Bay County are showing that Hurricane Michael can’t run them out of town. But housing will play a key role in keeping businesses—and their employees—afloat.
Bay County employers are hiring after Hurricane Michael, but housing and loyalty may be a roadblock
Posted on November 1, 2018 — By Hannah Morse GateHouse Media FloridaThe largest employers in Bay County are showing that Hurricane Michael can’t run them out of town. But housing will play a key role in keeping businesses—and their employees—afloat.
Who pays for out-of-state power company crews, equipment and supplies?
Posted on November 1, 2018 — Patrick McCrelessGulf Power foots the bill with money set aside for disaster recovery.
UPS stores open in Lynn Haven, Panama City Beach
Posted on October 31, 2018 — COLLIN BREAUXBAY COUNTY — Bay County residents who need to send insurance claims to FEMA can head to one of the UPS locations in Lynn Haven and Panama City Beach.The stores are open after Hurricane Michael and prepared to help the … (Read More)
UPS stores open in Lynn Haven, Panama City Beach
Posted on October 31, 2018 — COLLIN BREAUXBAY COUNTY — Bay County residents who need to send insurance claims to FEMA can head to one of the UPS locations in Lynn Haven and Panama City Beach.The stores are open after Hurricane Michael and prepared to help the … (Read More)
Baby supplies, temporary shelter provided for family with newborn found in Callaway Walmart parking lot
Posted on October 31, 2018 — By Hannah Morse GateHouse Media FloridaWalmart and Wyndham Destinations teamed up to provide the Capps family — Wilmer, Lorrainda and Luke — with temporary housing and donated supplies after their story of living at a Walmart parking lot in Callaway was shared.
Who pays for out-of-state power company crews, equipment and supplies?
Posted on October 31, 2018 — Patrick McCrelessGulf Power foots the bill with money set aside for disaster recovery.
When will the internet come back? It depends on your service provider
Posted on October 31, 2018 — By Hannah Morse GateHouse Media FloridaWhether you get your internet from Comcast or WOW!, exactly when services will be restored depends on the company.
When will the internet come back? It depends on your service provider
Posted on October 31, 2018 — By Hannah Morse GateHouse Media FloridaWhether you get your internet from Comcast or WOW!, exactly when services will be restored depends on the company.
Baby supplies, temporary shelter provided for family with newborn found in Callaway Walmart parking lot
Posted on October 31, 2018 — By Hannah Morse The Palm Beach PostWalmart and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts teamed up to provide the Capps family — Wilmer, Lorrainda and Luke — with temporary housing and donated supplies after their story of living at a Walmart parking lot in Callaway was shared.
Electric bills suspended for some hurricane victims
Posted on October 30, 2018 — The News Service of FloridaTALLAHASSEE — State regulators moved quickly Tuesday to approve the suspension of monthly electric bills for customers of two utilities in areas hit hard by Hurricane Michael.The state Public Service Commission approved Duke Energy Florida’s proposal to pause sending bills to … (Read More)
Electric bills suspended for some hurricane victims
Posted on October 30, 2018 — The News Service of FloridaTALLAHASSEE — State regulators moved quickly Tuesday to approve the suspension of monthly electric bills for customers of two utilities in areas hit hard by Hurricane Michael.The state Public Service Commission approved Duke Energy Florida’s proposal to pause sending bills to … (Read More)
Hurricane Michael will transform real estate market
Posted on October 30, 2018 — KATIE LANDECKPANAMA CITY — One after the other, the Facebook messages poured in.“Two adults and two kids looking! No pets. Under $1200 month for everything;” “3 bedroom 2 bath needed. We have guinea pigs and a small dog. No location restrictions. … (Read More)
Verizon explains ‘3-months free service’ offer
Posted on October 30, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTIf you are among the 80 percent of the population in this area who use Verizon as their carrier, you likely are among those questioning exactly how Verizon’s “3-months free service” offer will work.Below is a Q&A posted by Verizon … (Read More)
Verizon explains ‘3-months free service’ offer
Posted on October 30, 2018 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTIf you are among the 80 percent of the population in this area who use Verizon as their carrier, you likely are among those questioning exactly how Verizon’s “3-months free service” offer will work.Below is a Q&A posted by Verizon … (Read More)
Small businesses get recovery help after Hurricane Michael
Posted on October 30, 2018 — By Patrick McCreless 522-5188 @PCNHPatrick“It was a really nice place to come … where all the merchants who had questions were able to get answers.”
Small businesses get recovery help after Hurricane Michael
Posted on October 30, 2018 — By Patrick McCreless 522-5188 @PCNHPatrick“It was a really nice place to come … where all the merchants who had questions were able to get answers.”
Hurricane Michael will transform real estate market
Posted on October 30, 2018 — KATIE LANDECKPANAMA CITY — One after the other, the Facebook messages poured in.“Two adults and two kids looking! No pets. Under $1200 month for everything;” “3 bedroom 2 bath needed. We have guinea pigs and a small dog. No location restrictions. … (Read More)
St. Andrews puts on popular Halloween event after Hurricane Michael destruction
Posted on October 29, 2018 — GENEVIEVE SMITHPANAMA CITY — Hurricane Michael might have stolen homes and businesses, but no wind is strong enough to steal the community’s spirit.On Saturday afternoon, downtown St. Andrews exemplified the local effort to carry on and continue business following the widespread … (Read More)
St. Andrews puts on popular Halloween event after Hurricane Michael destruction
Posted on October 29, 2018 — GENEVIEVE SMITHPANAMA CITY — Hurricane Michael might have stolen homes and businesses, but no wind is strong enough to steal the community’s spirit.On Saturday afternoon, downtown St. Andrews exemplified the local effort to carry on and continue business following the widespread … (Read More)
Recovery Ranch ties addiction, disaster recovery in Parker after Hurricane Michael
Posted on October 25, 2018 — ZACK McDONALD“It’s the worst thing I’ve ever seen,” Courtney said. “You hear about the destruction and try to imagine what it’s like. But it’s absolutely the worst thing I’ve ever seen.”
Millville staple Boyette and Casey to close after Hurricane Michael
Posted on October 24, 2018 — KATIE LANDECKA roofing company that specializes in helping low-income residents in disaster areas noticed the building on the market and reached out about buying the property.
Hurricane Michael could sour Florida’s tupelo honey harvest
Posted on October 24, 2018 — By JENNIFER KAY The Associated PressAlthough Florida also produces honey from orange blossoms, gallberries and wildflowers, the honey from white tupelo gum trees ranks highest in price and flavor.