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Light the way: Optimist Club of the Beaches Christmas Parade is back
December 11, 2019 — JAN WADDYPanama City Beach club sponsors annual parade through Pier Park
Local News & Updates
Go wild with The Nomad
Posted on December 10, 2019 — JAN WADDYPanama City Beach chef is on his game with new food truck
The history of sugar in Florida: Here’s the scoop
Posted on December 9, 2019 — The News HeraldFlorida plays a huge role in the multibillion-dollar sugar industry. But where did it all start? For more Florida history, check out Florida Time, a weekly column and newsletter that features Sunshine State everything. Sign up by texting FLORIDATIME to … (Read More)
23rd Street Pep Boys is back open and ready for business
Posted on December 9, 2019 — Tony MixonAlmost 14 months after Hurricane Michael, Pep Boys celebrates opening back up in the high-traffic area of 23rd Street.
Visit Panama City Beach recognized
Posted on December 7, 2019 — The News HeraldPANAMA CITY BEACH — Visit Panama City Beach received three 2019 Flagler Awards during the recent Florida Tourism Forum. In the Resource/Promotional Material-Consumer category, the organization received a Henry Award, given to the highest scoring entry in each category, for … (Read More)
Netflix executive touts ‘golden era’ of streaming service
Posted on December 7, 2019 — By Susan Montoya Bryan The Associated PressALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — An executive with Netflix says the streaming giant has boosted its original content exponentially over the last several years and that will mean more action for its production hub in New Mexico, where state officials have … (Read More)
IT’S GEEK TO ME: iCloud causing some quirks for iPhone users
Posted on December 6, 2019 — Jeff Werner Gannett Florida ColumnistQ: Ever since I updated my iPhone to iOS 12 I have had contacts disappearing regularly and the contact app crashing while I am creating a new contact. Often when I create a contact, I add notes, a profile pic, … (Read More)
DAVE SAYS: Cash them in and do something better
Posted on December 6, 2019 — Dave Ramsey Syndicated columnistDave advises a couple to cash in those old savings bonds, even though they haven’t reached maturity date.
23rd St. Firehouse Subs reopens
Posted on December 5, 2019 — Tony Mixon“Our biggest challenge was keeping our staff after the hurricane,” said Ken Stange, Firehouse Subs franchisee. “We kept some and had them work at the Lynn Haven and the Beach location.”
Employment Highlight
Posted on December 5, 2019 — The News HeraldYour future employee is an individual who is ready to get to work fulfilling your businesses needs in the restaurant field. He’s reliable and hard-working and worked at local restaurants successfully for many years prior to Hurricane Michael. He’s ready … (Read More)
Tap into community at The Hub of St. Andrews
Posted on December 4, 2019 — JAN WADDYTaproom features 54 taps, beer yoga, food trucks, live music
Celebrate Outdoors: Holiday angling in Panhandle waters
Posted on December 4, 2019 — By Frank Sargeant Special to The News HeraldThere’s good fishing to be found in Panhandle waters this winter.
Florida youth part of campaign asking Trump to go vegan
Posted on December 4, 2019 — Emily BlochNine-year-old Khendall Lester is one of ten kids asking the president to forgo his Big Macs for a month in exchange for $1 million for veterans.
Florida youth part of campaign asking Trump to go vegan
Posted on December 4, 2019 — Emily BlochNine-year-old Khendall Lester is one of ten kids asking the president to forgo his Big Macs for a month in exchange for $1 million for veterans.
Holidays at Plays: Classics get skewered, updated
Posted on December 3, 2019 — TONY SIMMONSLive stage productions especially for Christmas bow at Seaside, Miramar Beach and Niceville.
Proposed law would bar pets from restaurants in Florida
Posted on November 30, 2019 — The News HeraldWhile the bill wouldn’t pre-empt existing local ordinances, it would direct the state Department of Business and Professional Regulation to adopt rules and create a publicly accessible website for complaints.
National Home Care Month
Posted on November 30, 2019 — The News HeraldNHC Home Care held a special event on Nov. 20 in honor of National Home Care Month. Panama City Mayor Greg Brudnicki signed an official declaration proclaiming November as National Home Care Month. The proclamation was delivered by Panama City … (Read More)
ECP adds more nonstop flights
Posted on November 29, 2019 — Tony MixonNorthwest Florida Beaches International Airport is set to gain nonstop flights during Spring Break next year to further accommodate tourism to Panama City Beach.
Florida makes bourbon? Yep. And other great whiskeys to gift this year
Posted on November 29, 2019 — The News HeraldThis holiday season use this 2019 gift guide to help you choose that special someone the perfect bottle of whiskey.
DAVE SAYS: Landlords and duplexes
Posted on November 29, 2019 — Dave Ramsey Dave SaysOn duplexes, Dave tells a would-be investor that the good news is his tenant would be right next door. The bad news? His tenant would be right next door.
Sizing up the 2019 holiday shopping season for retailers
Posted on November 28, 2019 — The News HeraldThe good news? Many retail CEOs say the U.S. consumer is financially healthy given the economy remains strong and the unemployment rate is near a 50-year low.
EMPLOYMENT HIGHLIGHT
Posted on November 28, 2019 — The News HeraldYour future employee is a woman with a long history of work in local food service. She is bright, dependable, organized and has a good long work history. She was injured and is now unable to stand on her feet … (Read More)
How many calories are in that Thanksgiving meal? (And what does it take to burn it off?)
Posted on November 27, 2019 — Jay Cannon USA TODAYIt’s probably the last question you want to be thinking about on Thanksgiving Day: How many calories are you actually eating on Turkey Day?Thanksgiving feasts aren’t like a bag of Doritos or a bottle of root beer; nutrition facts aren’t readily available and portion … (Read More)
Local shops look to Small Business Saturday
Posted on November 26, 2019 — Jacqueline BostickPANAMA CITY — Although Small Business Saturday does not necessarily stick to the maniacal Black Friday rhythm of slashed prices and deep discounts, local small businesses will look to the shopping holiday Saturday in hopes of creating a buzz about … (Read More)
Local restaurants prepare to be open for Thanksgiving Day
Posted on November 25, 2019 — Jacqueline BostickBe sure to check the end of the story, where we have a link to a list of the many other restaurants that will be open on Thanksgiving Day.
Best Black Friday deals: A store-by-store guide for bargain hunters
Posted on November 25, 2019 — The News HeraldThis year’s holiday shopping season is shorter than usual, and that’s got retailers concerned.With Thanksgiving falling almost an entire week later than last year, there’s less than a month — just 26 shopping days — until Christmas.To help out consumers — and, let’s … (Read More)
Thanksgiving Day paper available Wednesday
Posted on November 25, 2019 — The News HeraldReaders who just can’t wait to grab their Thanksgiving Day News Herald — and the ads and coupons it contains — can pick one up a day early at the paper’s 11th Street office.Circulation staff will be on site Wednesday … (Read More)
Kick start mornings with Home for the Harley Days
Posted on November 25, 2019 — The News HeraldPANAMA CITY BEACH — Harley-Davidson of Panama City Beach will be turned into a Christmas wonderland and holiday gift market this weekend, as more than 40 vendors from around the region converge.Home for the Harley Days kicks off from 9 … (Read More)
Home for the Holidays is here
Posted on November 25, 2019 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY BEACH — After Thanksgiving feasting, it’s time to get moving for Beach Home for the Holidays.The fifth annual celebration on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 29 and 30, at Aaron Bessant Park brings in crowds from near and far … (Read More)
Small Florida town lands massive Amazon center, 500-plus jobs
Posted on November 24, 2019 — The News HeraldAmazon continues to expand footprint in central Florida with a new 1.1 million-square-foot facility that will employ more than 500 people.