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Panama City News Herald

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New wine bar opens in Inlet Beach

Obscure Wine Co., a well-known wine bar, recently held its grand opening ceremony with the Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce. “Congratulations to Obscure Wine Company on their Grand Opening,” the chamber’s Facebook post said. “This sommelier-owned wine bar offers a curated selection of organic, sustainable, and additive-free wines, along with delicious bites, artisan meats and cheeses, wine cocktails, and wine dinners. “From happy hour to private parties, Obscure Wine Company is creating a special space for connection, conversation, and unforgettable moments over a glass of wine.” The Wine Bar was founded by Wellie Liao, who grew up in the hospitality industry. “Wellie is a sommelier with credentials through the Court of Master Sommeliers America, Wine & Spirits Education Trust, 3iC Italian Wine Specialist, Certification in Winemaking & Viticulture from University of California, Davis,” The Obscure Wine Bar website says. “With her knowledge, Wellie hopes to share her love of the beautiful wine regions & the hard working people that make the gorgeous wines we get to enjoy. Telling their personal stories of back-breaking work & devoted passion, one glass at a time.” Aldi: Aldi announces a new location is opening in Panama City Beach The wine bar is located

Panama City Beach, FL · 2d

WMBB

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Death investigation underway after body washes ashore

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – A death investigation is underway after a body washed ashore Friday morning on the west end of the beach. According to the Bay County Sheriff’s Office, the call came in around 7:30 a.m. Deputies found a man washed ashore in the 23000 block of Front Beach Road. Deputies said there […]

Bay County, FL · 19h

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Man facing over 2 dozen felonies in Walton County now faces 34 more in Bay County, deputies say

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A man currently behind bars in Walton County for more than two dozen felonies now faces 34 new felonies in Bay County. The 34 felony charges include burglaries, attempted burglaries, thefts and firearm possession. Tyler Mack Maroney (Morris), 25, is expected to be transferred to...

Bay County, FL · 1d

WMBB

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Downtown Panama City to get new waterfront apartment complex

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – Panama City planning board members have approved a new residential development in the heart of downtown. It’s a 7-story apartment building on Luverne Avenue, overlooking McKenzie Park on one side and Massalina Bayou on the other. This land could be the future home of a 7-story, upscale waterfront apartment complex […]

Panama City, FL · 13h

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Panama City Police searching for missing woman, Lasoyna Vanover

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Panama City Police are issuing an alert for a missing woman, 57-year-old Lasoyna Vanover. Vanover is described as a 5′4 black woman with black hair and brown eyes. Police say Vanover was last seen November 3, near the 700 block of East 14th Ct.

Panama City, FL · 17h

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‘Our big-bottomed beauty landed upright!’: City of Destin shares SS United States update

DESTIN, Fla. (WALA) - The SS United States landed upright on the Gulf floor after being sunk to become an artificial reef, according to the city of Destin. “Our big-bottomed beauty landed upright! SSUS,” the city said. The historic ocean liner rolled over before sinking Wednesday night. It left...

Destin, FL · 1d

WMBB

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Emerald Coast Cruisin’ returns to Panama City Beach

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Car enthusiasts are back in Panama City Beach for the fall edition of the Emerald Coast Cruisin’ car show, but the event is bringing more than just classic cars to the beach. For some people, this is more than just a weekend event it’s a tradition they look forward to […]

Panama City Beach, FL · 1d

Panama City News Herald

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Red tide is worsening and a cold front is looming for Bay County

PANAMA CITY— A cold front pushing across the region is expected to bring cooler temperatures along the coast and some near-freezing temperatures in inland areas. Meanwhile, red tide is getting worse across the area. Here are all the details on weather. Red tide update The National Weather Service Tallahassee forecasting office is warning that there is a high risk of respiratory irritation in Bay and Gulf counties from red tide over the next 36 hours, as of Nov. 12. Red tide can also cause eye irritation. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has detected medium concentrations of Karenia brevis, the red tide-causing algae, at St. Andrews State Park. Low concentrations were found in St. Andrews Bay, and medium concentrations were found at Mexico Beach. In St. Joseph Bay, high concentrations were found off of Cape San Blas, medium concentrations were found near Blacks Island, and low concentrations were found elsewhere throughout the bay. Harmful algal bloom monitoring conducted by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration show that the hot spots are in Mexico Beach, Port St. Joe and Shell Island. Chlorophyll fluorescence, how the bloom is monitored, is getting hotter along Panama City Beach, and the Gulf side of

Panama City, FL · 1d

WMBB

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Father seeks connection to grandkids after Joseph Eiler’s killing

FOUNTAIN, Fla. (WMBB) – It’s been 8 months since Bay County Sheriff’s deputies discovered the body of 38-year-old Joseph Eiler, shot, dismembered, burned, and scattered around the property where he lived with his girlfriend, Ashley Averett. Averett reported Eiler missing two days after they argued on March 12. Investigators say she later confessed to his […]

Bay County, FL · 1d

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Round 1 predictions: Choctaw, South Walton and Walton picked to move on

It’s regional quarterfinal time for area high school football, and here’s the full schedule for Friday, Nov. 13:. Now, here are my predictions. I went 4-1 last week and am 58-28 on the year overall. Choctaw 21, Mosley 14. The Indians’ offense is performing at a much higher...

Santa Rosa Beach, FL · 1d

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Red tide concerns at Grayton Beach State Park

WALTON, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The Florida Health Department in Walton County is advising the public of the presence of red tide near Grayton Beach State Park based on water samples taken on November 6. The public should exercise caution in and around this area, DOH-Walton says. DOH-Walton reminds the public...

Walton County, FL · 15h

Tampa Free Press TFP

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Busted On Camera: Florida Substation Copper Thieves Brought To Ground

Victor DeWayne Gillis and Joshua Timothy Nelson Remember those two late-night “handymen” caught on a...

Defuniak Springs, FL · 2d

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Panama City Beach Senior Center gearing up for busy month of community events

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The Panama City Beach Senior Center is inviting the community to get out, get involved and take advantage of several upcoming events happening throughout the month. The center’s annual craft fair kicks things off tomorrow morning at 9 a.m. at the Lyndell Center, featuring...

Panama City Beach, FL · 17h

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Crafted in Alys Beach brings a weekend of holiday shopping, music and festivities

ALYS BEACH Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A weekend of shopping, live music, art and holiday cheer is underway in Alys Beach as the annual Crafted celebration brings visitors together for a taste of the Emerald Coast’s creative community. The weekend kicked off with music and festivities, but organizers say there...

Alys Beach, FL · 17h

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FAA orders nationwide ground stop as Bay County travelers weigh next steps

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The Federal Aviation Administration has ordered a nationwide ground stop on all departing flights. {RELATED: FAA issues nationwide ground stop for second time since 9/11. What to know}. The FAA said flights were halted due to air traffic control communications problems. Details are limited, but...

Bay County, FL · 11h

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Retroville RV Park serves as pit stop for Emerald Coast Cruizin participants

FREEPORT, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Before classic cars roll into Panama City Beach for one of the Emerald Coast’s biggest car shows, some drivers are making a special pit stop along the way. Retroville RV Park in Freeport welcomed car enthusiasts traveling to this weekend’s Emerald Coast Cruizin, giving them...

Panama City Beach, FL · 1d

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Area scores and highlights from Thursday, Nov. 12

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Arnold Preseason Tip-off Classic (Girls BBall) To stay up to date on all the latest news as it develops, follow WJHG on Facebook, Instagram and X (Twitter). Have a news tip or see an error that needs correction? Email news@wjhg.com. Please include the article’s headline...

Panama City, FL · 1d

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12 Florida Seafood Shacks Where Locals Would Rather Eat Than Fancy Restaurants

One Florida fish joint has been smoking mullet over native red oak since 1951. The fish sits in that smoke for four to six hours before it reaches a plate. Another spot serves lunch in a box beside a seafood wholesale business that dates back to the 1920s. You carry your grouper to a picnic table and eat it next to the bay.

Florida · 2d

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Sinking of SS United States

Seven men at the Walton County Jail graduated Wednesday morning from a six-week construction course aimed at preparing inmates for employment after incarceration. Walton County fire crews battle two fires in less than 24 hours. Updated: Oct. 12, 2026 at 5:00 AM UTC. Walton County firefighters battled two structure fires...

Walton County, FL · 1d

Panama City News Herald

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Bozeman football rallies past Oak Hall for first playoff win since 2023

After falling behind early, No. 5 Bozeman football responded with a dominant offensive performance, scoring 47 unanswered points to defeat No. 4 Oak Hall 47-14 in the first round of the FHSAA Independent North B Bracket Thursday, Nov. 12. The victory marks the Bucks' first playoff win since their Final Four run in 2023 and gives first-year head coach Sean Maddox and his team another week to keep their season alive. "It's a good feeling," Maddox said. "The guys had a good week of practice and came out and executed. We're in a way better place now. The guys are still winding down a little bit. They're still wearing off all that excitement." Quarterback Hayden Gay accounted for four touchdowns. The senior threw three touchdown passes, connecting twice with receiver Rylee McNeil on scoring strikes of 25 and 35 yards. He also found receiver Jay Hentz for a 60-yard touchdown. Gay added a rushing touchdown of his own on a 5-yard run. Bozeman's running game turned in its best performance of the season, with Caleb Hentz finding the end zone on a 14-yard run, Blake Durham adding a 10-yard touchdown and Bryant Bragg capping the scoring with a 6-yard touchdown

Panama City, FL · 1d