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PANAMA CITY — Capital City Bank had been selected by the Bay County School District to provide the financing for the district’s safety and security projects.“Few issues are more important to our communities than the safety of our schools. As … (Read More)
“This summer I went swimming…this summer I might have drowned; But I held my breath and I kicked my feetand I moved my arms around…”“The Swimming Song” by Loudon Wainwright III His parents named him Ambrose, and he could swim before … (Read More)
Venmo has exploded in popularity in the past four years, steadily rising in the new frontier of free money-exchange apps.
PENSACOLA — Two Panama City businesses have been recognized by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Foundation for their high standards of behavior.The Bagel Maker of Panama City was the winnter of the BBB’s 13th annual Torch Award for Ethics program … (Read More)
Tip of the WeekAccording to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 20,000 people require medical attention every year because of crashes involving trailers towed by passenger vehicles.These recreational outings don’t need to go sideways – nor does whatever … (Read More)
Dear Dave,Why do you think all debt is bad? Aren’t some kinds of debt, like mortgage or student loans, good?Nathan Dear Nathan,It sounds like you’re letting me know you think some kinds of debt are OK, instead of really asking for … (Read More)
Classy Cycles plans to appeal the decision.
LYNN HAVEN — A new CVS store is being built right next door to the existing one in Lynn Haven as part of the planned State 390 road widening.Taxpayers are shelling out more than $11.7 million to buy the CVS … (Read More)
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For $150 she rents out the entire business space for birthday parties for 90 minutes. She also is trying to get the School Board to include her business in field trips.
For $150 she rents out the entire business space for birthday parties for 90 minutes. She also is trying to get the School Board to include her business in field trips.
Dear Dave,I own a small business with two employees, and I have a bit of a hiring conundrum. I’m looking at two candidates for a position, and on paper they’re evenly matched. I’ve interviewed each of them four times, and … (Read More)
MARY ESTHER — The long and surprisingly quiet life of a strip club on the southwestern end of Okaloosa County could be coming to an end.Tim Beal and his business partner Tim Galvin opened the doors at Club 51 in February … (Read More)
The retailer is offering a 15 percent school supply discount for teachers through July 21.
PANAMA CITY BEACH — An 80-unit townhome project in the Lake Powell area got the green light from Bay County commissioners Tuesday to the dismay of nearby residents.“It’s an abomination,” one resident yelled out as she was leaving the meeting.The commission approved … (Read More)
Dear Dave,I own a small business with two employees, and I have a bit of a hiring conundrum. I’m looking at two candidates for a position, and on paper they’re evenly matched. I’ve interviewed each of them four times, and … (Read More)
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A good night’s sleep is essential to fighting fires after all.
Tip of the WeekA study of hip fractures among those 65 or older in the The Journal of the American Medical Association determined that of the 300,000 Americans in this age group who fracture a hip each year, as many … (Read More)
Dear Dave,I started looking at life insurance policies after my wife and I had our daughter. During the screening process, I found out I had testicular cancer. I went through treatments, and the doctors have officially declared me to be … (Read More)
“I just credit it to all my awesome customers,” Lisa Hanna said. “If it wasn’t for them, I wouldn’t be here.”
NEW YORK (AP) — Build-A-Bear Workshop’s “Pay Your Age” promotion proved too popular. The chain known for its customizable teddy bears and other stuffed toys couldn’t handle the crowds Thursday and had to turn shoppers away.The company wrote in a … (Read More)
The U.S. is on pace to leapfrog Saudi Arabia and Russia and reclaim the title of the world’s biggest oil producer for the first time since the 1970s.The latest forecast from the U.S. Energy Information Administration predicts that U.S. output … (Read More)
NEW YORK — Time and effort have gone down the drain for Steve Gould, who is scrambling to find new customers for his gin, whiskey and other spirits since the United States has taken a tough stance on trade issues.Before … (Read More)
The trip will target fields including agricultural machinery, aircraft parts, construction, medical equipment, energy and wastewater management.
“Hundred dollar car note, two hundred rent;I get a check on Friday, but it’s already ready spent.”“Workin’ for a Livin’ ” as performed by Huey Lewis and the News In spite of low unemployment and a consensus that an economic recovery … (Read More)
Many of the closures were the first of their kind for the businesses and all remain open.
So far, 40 people have been hired including the plant’s new general manager Preston Mathis.
Tip of the WeekA study conducted by AAA shows that Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are a bit less distracting than the “native” systems that automakers themselves offer. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety worked with the University of Utah … (Read More)
Dear Dave,My husband and I finally have our full emergency fund in place. Like you recommend, we’ve kept it in a money market account with check writing privileges for easy accessibility. Recently, we heard about short-term bond funds with a … (Read More)