Work resumes on veterans, Navy clinics
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Work has started back up on two new health care facilities near Naval Support Activity Panama City after it was halted in August due to soil condition concerns. The Department of...
View ArticleGoing gourmet: Local woman bakes tasty treats for dogs
PANAMA CITY — The miniature cupcakes were fluffy, golden pillows, flecked with orange. Another baked snack is the “cheesy bacon bite.” How does that sound? Melony White’s designated taste testers were...
View ArticleJudge: BCSO obtained evidence in ‘illegal search’
PANAMA CITY — A circuit court judge has determined the Bay County Sheriff’s Office conducted an “illegal search” to obtain evidence against a man accused of falsely acting as a bail bond agent,...
View ArticleC3P2.0? Japanese company to add learning tech to empathetic robot
TOKYO (AP) — Japanese mobile carrier Softbank said Tuesday it will incorporate artificial intelligence technology from IBM into its empathetic robot Pepper that will be available to Japanese consumers...
View ArticleFrankford Avenue complex dead
PANAMA CITY — The Panama City Housing Authority has withdrawn its plans for a senior affordable housing development on Frankford Avenue, according to a letter to the City Commission. "Recent meetings...
View ArticleHapless romantic? Name a roach after your ex for Valentine's
NEW YORK (AP) — This Valentine's Day, name a Madagascar hissing cockroach after your ex — or mother-in-law — or a loved one who's an incredibly good sport. The Name-a-Roach program was first launched...
View ArticleSony and Marvel team up for future of Spider-Man
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sony and Marvel/Disney are finally bringing Spider-Man and the Avengers back together. The studios announced a deal late Monday night in which the next installment of Sony's $4...
View ArticleGCSC Gulf/Franklin campus accepting nursing applications
PANAMA CITY — Gulf Coast State College’s Gulf/Franklin Campus (GFC) is now accepting applications for the Practical Nursing Program to begin in June. The practical nursing curriculum consists of 45...
View ArticleRestaurant inspections easy to find with new app
It’s now easier than ever to find out how your favorite Northwest Florida restaurant did on its latest health inspection thanks to a new smartphone app. Augusta, Ga.-based Modern Appsolutions released...
View ArticleChamber hosting marketing seminar
PANAMA CITY — The Bay County Chamber of Commerce will host a seminar titled "Shut Up and Sell!" Wednesday, Feb. 18, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Holley Academic Center on the Florida State University...
View ArticleBay Extension seeking volunteers for Master Gardening program
PANAMA CITY — The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Science’s (IFAS) Bay County Extension Office is seeking volunteers for its Master Gardening program, and despite its title,...
View ArticleSubmarine contractor joins major defense company
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Undersea Solutions Group made its debut at a Panama City Beach reception Tuesday as a new subsidiary of major U.S. shipbuilding company Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII). The...
View ArticleMan faces trial on gun charge
PANAMA CITY — A man accused of being connected with the shooting death of a 17-year-old is scheduled to face a federal jury on charges of transporting firearms across state lines, according to court...
View ArticleLynn Haven building inspections to be outsourced
LYNN HAVEN — Lynn Haven Commission on Tuesday approved services with EB Consulting, Inc. to provide permitting and building inspections. The contractor will be located upstairs in City Hall and...
View ArticleRESTORE Committee sets schedule for funding decisions
PANAMA CITY — The process is winding down for a citizens committee to develop its final list of recommended projects to be funded by oil-spill funds. The Bay County RESTORE Act Advisory Committee,...
View ArticleSurf and turf: Create a special Valentine’s dinner
PANAMA CITY — Valentine’s Day usually is a time to splurge on the ones you love — and satisfy a passion for food. “Our busiest days are Valentine’s, New Year’s and Mother’s Day,” said Executive Chef...
View ArticlePanama City approves marina agreement
PANAMA CITY — Commissioners approved Tuesday the document that will serve as a blueprint for redevelopment of the Panama City Marina. The approval was pending any last second changes requested by the...
View ArticleUPDATE: P.C. moves to keep bars open until 4 a.m. during Spring Break
PANAMA CITY — The City Commission on Tuesday endorsed a 4 a.m. closing time for bars in Panama City. In doing so, the commission rejected a 2 a.m. closing time during the Spring Break month of March,...
View ArticleWest Bay Elementary to reopen
PANAMA CITY BEACH — West Bay Elementary School will reopen by the next school year. The Bay District School Board made the decision to reopen the school, closed since 2009, at Tuesday’s board meeting...
View ArticleJon Stewart leaving 'The Daily Show'
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jon Stewart, who turned his biting and free-wheeling humor into an unlikely source of news and analysis for viewers of “The Daily Show,” will leave as host this year, Comedy Central...
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