Category Archives: Local Business

BDA: Air Force originally rejected Tyndall for Reaper wing

“It occurred to us part of their problem was they’ve got to get these people out of the desert,” BDA President Tom Neubauer said.

6 projects EDA hopes to announce soon

The Bay County Economic Development Alliance is working 25 projects, six of which could be announced this quarter.

Gulf Power earns Emergency Assistance Award after Irma

TALLAHASSEE — The Edison Electric Institute on Wednesday presented Gulf Power with its Emergency Assistance Award for Gulf Power’s work assisting in power restoration efforts after Hurricane Irma last year. Gulf Power also earned the award in 2016 after hurricanes … (Read More)

PCB restaurant closed after ‘whole hog’ of concerns

Cool Runnings also was issued an emergency closure in August because of roaches and flying insects.

Bay attorney Shuler honored for pro bono work

“She’s always willing to take the time to listen to the client and give them the direction they need.”

FSU online graduate programs rank high

TALLAHASSEE — A new list by U.S. News & World Report’s ranked Florida University’s online graduate programs as some of the best in the country.In the 2018 Best Online Programs report, five of the school’s graduate programs ranked in the … (Read More)

A Caring Check

Early reports suggest PCB tourism on rise

Length of stay, rental prices, occupancy rates and bed taxes were all up in Panama City Beach in 2017, according to a preliminary report.

A guideline ratio for mortgage debt to income

Dear Dave,Do you have a guideline ratio for mortgage debt to income?Levon Dear Levon,When it comes to buying a home, I always tell people to get a 15-year, fixed-rate mortgage, with monthly payments that are no more than 25 percent of … (Read More)

Greg Yordon installed as FSHHP president

KISSIMMEE — Greg Yordon of Panama City, a Beltone hearing aid specialist, was installed as president of the Florida Society for Hearing Healthcare Professionals (FSHHP). His father, Leonard Yordon, a past FSHHP president and Beltone hearing aid specialist, installed Greg … (Read More)

Panama City Beach ranks No. 4 in U.S. by travel site

According to the report, the average rental price in Destin is $267, in Panama City it’s $195 and in Pensacola Beach, $229.

Lottery luck run dry? Sales halted at small store with huge winnings

Panhandle Package, in tiny Campbellton, is among the winningest lottery sales locations in the state.

YEAR IN REVIEW: Economic pieces fall into place for Bay in 2017

“These projects are life-changing. They are going to put a lot of people to work.”

Business issues and family partnerships

Dear Dave,My father-in-law started a business as an LLC few years ago. He named all his daughters owners, with him owning the majority share. The business failed, and now he is being sued by creditors. He told the family these … (Read More)

Floridians’ Top 10 Consumer Complaints in 2017

TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services released today the top 10 consumer complaints filed with the department in 2017. Complaints about violations of the state’s Do Not Call list were the most common, followed by complaints … (Read More)

Judge sides with P.C. farmer on pot rules

Columbus Smith of Panama City had asked that the courts ultimately strike the portion of state law that requires a license to go to a member of the Black Farmers Association.

More and more, PCB open for winter business

PANAMA CITY BEACH — Most vacationers have packed up for the winter but there are businesses like the Shadow Box that don’t plan on following suit.The Shadow Box, an antique store on Thomas Drive, has been open for five years, … (Read More)

Triumph Gulf Coast hires from Enterprise Florida

During a conference call Wednesday morning, the board voted unanimously to send an engagement letter to Cori Henderson to retain her as program administrator, serving as a liaison between the board and government entities in the eight Gulf Coast counties, … (Read More)

Crestview drive-in theater expected to return in 2018

CRESTVIEW — A local business woman’s weekend drive-in theater faced a setback before Christmas.Amanda Willis, owner of the Vintage Attic at 296 Main St. N. in Crestview, was using the store’s back lot as a drive-in theater Fridays and Saturdays through … (Read More)

Unemployment holds steady across state

Florida’s unemployment rate held at 3.6 percent from October to November, according to numbers released Friday by the state Department of Economic Opportunity.Franklin County had the lowest rate in the region at 3.3 percent; Holmes County was the highest at … (Read More)

DAVE SAYS: Send gift cards for the grandchildren?

Dear Dave,What’s an appropriate amount for gift cards to send each of our five grandchildren for Christmas?Liz Dear Liz,How much do you spend on your grandchildren? Enough to make their parents nervous!Seriously, I think it depends on two things. First, are … (Read More)

New partners at Counts Real Estate

PANAMA CITY — Steve Counts, president of Counts Real Estate Group Inc. has announced the company’s four newest partners.Carl Allen, Don Cooley, Robbie Hughes and Bubba McCants “bring over 100 years of combined experience, management and education to our family … (Read More)

ARBOR OUTLOOK: Neighbors, Christmas and All The King’s Men

“It is not hard to love men for the things they endure and the words they do not speak.”“All The King’s Men” by Robert Penn Warren Decades back we were fortunate to live next door to a retired Air Force veteran. … (Read More)

Lottery luck run dry? Sales halted at Panhandle Package

Panhandle Package, in tiny Campbellton, is among the winningest lottery sales location in the state.

Dave Says: The past can haunt you

Dear Dave,My wife co-signed on a loan for an old boyfriend five or six years ago. Now, a collection agency is after her for the remaining $5,000. We make about $90,000 a year combined, and our attorney recommended we file … (Read More)

Harrison Sale merger to broaden specialties, experience

With eyes toward expansion, Harrison Sale McCloy is merging with Alabama-based Hand Arendall, creating a regional firm to be known as Hand Arendall Harrison Sale LLC.

Firms merge to form Hand Arendall Harrison Sale

PANAMA CITY — Effective Jan. 1, local law firm Harrison Sale McCloy Attorneys at Law is merging with Alabama-based Hand Arendall LLC to form Hand Arendall Harrison Sale LLC.The combined firm will employ about 85 lawyers, with Alabama offices in … (Read More)

US wholesale prices up 0.4 percent in November

WASHINGTON (AP) — Prices at the wholesale level rose 0.4 percent in November and 3.1 percent over the past year. It was the biggest annual jump in nearly six years and reflected a big spike in the price of gasoline … (Read More)

ARBOR OUTLOOK: Aging workers, holiday pathos and Don Henley

“In these days, when darkness falls early …People rush home … to the ones they love;You better take a fool’s advice …and take care of your own;’Cause one day they’re here …and the next day they’re gone.”“In a New York … (Read More)

Former Bay resident promoted at CBS

A former Bay County resident has continued her climb up the CBS News ladder after being named vice president of news for the network.Kimberly Godwin, who attended Oscar Patterson Elementary and still has family living here, “will be responsible for … (Read More)