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PANAMA CITY BEACH — Nivol Brewery might have brought beer to a wine connoisseur’s soiree, but that didn’t stop the brewery from taking home an award for best craft beer at last week’s UNwineD.The two-day festival offered craft beer, spirits, … (Read More)
“You can wheel and deal the best of them…And steal it from the rest of them…You know the score…their ethics are a bore.”— “Mr. Businessman” as performed by Ray Stevens A recent 5th Circuit Court ruling has overturned a 2016 Department … (Read More)
Tip of the Week As the weather starts to warm up, Americans will hit the road more often for destinations ranging from family outings to spring vacation destinations. Because cars are such an important part of our daily lives, Hankook Tire … (Read More)
Congress took over and added even more money for ships, aircraft and missile defense in what amounts to a spending spree on major weapons systems.
Most of the items in the Panama City store Friday were 10 percent off, but higher savings were being offered on some products.
Dear Dave,I’m about to graduate from college, and while I’ve been in school my mom has been handling most of my finances. Recently, I discovered she’s been taking my student loan money and spending it on herself. So far, it … (Read More)
“It’s much more organized and it’s easy to find everything,” she said. “They didn’t have this dollar section before, which is absolutely fabulous, because there are things you use every day right here. Now we don’t have to drive all … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Pier Park has a new addition to its collection of eateries — The Yard Milkshake Bar.In celebration of the new location, they will be hosting a grand opening event from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday.Guests … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — From the beginning, it was clear Vinny and Bay’s — a downtown coffee shop that employs people with special needs — was something special in its own right.So much so that before the doors even opened, owner … (Read More)
Plans to turn the property into a retail space with a rooftop bar are moving forward.
“The TDC has been able to legally expend dollars for beach renourishment, beach maintenance, landscaping and public safety” already, TDC Executive Director Dan Rowe said.
The first 500 customers will receive mystery gift cards worth $5 to $500.
“You can’t let down your guard …when there’s so much at stake.”“Still Learnin’ How to Fly” as performed by Rodney Crowell Recently I read an economic piece comparing investors to people who study outdoor conditions. The gist? There are weather people … (Read More)
The port, one of 116 applicants vying for the first round of funding, has applied for $10 million from the program to help pay for its East Terminal expansion.
Tip of the WeekThe FCC says “If you own a car and a phone,” you are a target for predatory marketing that offer extended warranties over the phone and in the mail. Tracking down exactly who some of these companies … (Read More)
The organization’s focus is the revitalization and historic preservation of St. Andrews.
Dear Dave,How do you feel about check-cashing companies?Norman Dear Norman,I’m not a big fan of check-cashing companies. They’re not nearly as bad as payday lenders, but it still seems kind of silly to me there’s even a market for this kind … (Read More)
Beach quality was ranked the highest — at least 4.7 out of 5 — among all amenities.
PORT ST. JOE — The adage holds that all winning streaks ultimately come to an end.Don’t tell that to the Gulf County Tourist Development Council which continues a winning run that began more than four years ago.Once again, bed tax … (Read More)
Drinkers also could consume far more. And that will boost alcohol sales, one analysis predicts, by as much as $250 billion.
Airport Board VP Del Lee said passengers, flights, airlines, commercial activity and food and drink sales all were up in 2017.
“Toys R Us has failed to give us anything special or unique. You can find more zest for life in a Walgreens.”
Cracker Barrel will join several other new restaurants and businesses at Bay City Point, at the intersection of State 77 and 23rd Street.
Turnover at U.S. fast-food restaurants jumped to 150 percent in 2017, meaning a store employing 20 workers would go through 30 in one year.
EDITOR’S NOTE: The News Herald publishes restaurant closures, health and safety violations on a monthly basis.LYNN HAVEN — Sewage backing up through the floor drains and ill-kept fries led inspectors in February to temporarily halt operations for a Lynn Haven restaurant, … (Read More)
YOUNGSTOWN — PanCare of Florida, a regional nonprofit health care organization, is opening a new facility in Youngstown.The public is invited to the grand opening of the newest clinic, from 10:30 to 2:30 p.m. March 24, at 12427 U.S. 231. … (Read More)
“If you can dream it, you can do it.”— Walt Disney May 6, 1954, dawned cool and breezy at Oxford’s Iffley Road Sports Ground, less than ideal conditions for a runner to attempt a world record. But a local medical student … (Read More)
Daily from March 21-23, evening events will benefit the Angel House Bereavement Center, PCPD K9 Unit and Special Operations Warrior Foundation.
Island Time still will run some of the same trips, and those who take part in the tours will notice a dolphin-sized difference in the boat.
Tip of the WeekThe idea of a new car or truck is exciting. What’s even more exciting is making that new vehicle your own.There are countless ways to personalize a vehicle, but one of the easiest ways to spruce up … (Read More)