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Atlanta Boomers Are Moving To This Scenic Florida City With Affordable Living And Sandy Beaches

There are many reasons why someone would choose to live in Atlanta. It has a bustling downtown area with attractions and restaurants, and it's a major corporate hub. But for Boomers born between 1946 and 1964 who are no longer in the workforce, the hustle and bustle of daily life in the big city may no longer be serving them. For those looking for a more laid-back lifestyle, Florida's Panama City, located in the Panhandle, could be worth considering. Panama City's proximity to Gulf Coast beaches offers opportunities for frequent beach trips, and recent migration data suggests that the surrounding area is attracting some Atlanta baby boomers.

Panama City, FL · 2d
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Chipley welcomes The UPS Store with ribbon-cutting ceremony

The Washington County Chamber of Commerce joined business owners Allison and Michael Hall on Friday, November 6, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony welcoming The UPS Store to Chipley. The event was held at the store’s location at 1695 Main Street and was attended by family, friends, local officials, chamber representatives, and community members. Also participating in the ceremony was the Halls’ niece, Montana Nickell of Chipley, who serves as general manager of the new location. The UPS Store offers a variety of services, including printing, packing, shipping, mailbox services, and other business solutions for both residents and businesses throughout the area. The store is now officially open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pictured above are owners Allison and Michael Hall, Montana Nickell, chamber representatives, local officials, family members, and community supporters during the ribbon-cutting ceremony. [AMBER PATINO | The News]

Chipley, FL · 2d
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Holmes County Deputies Seek Person of Interest in Theft

PONCE DE LEON, Fla. (WDNews) — The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help identifying a person of interest in a theft investigation. According to the sheriff’s office, the theft occurred Nov. 3, 2026, at a business on Pirates Cove Road in Ponce de Leon.

Holmes County, FL · 10h
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Florida man executed for 2004 Walton County murder, ties state record

The state of Florida executed 64-year-old Jesse Guardado at 6:13 p.m. Thursday by lethal injection. He was convicted of the 2004 murder of Jackie Malone, a 75-year-old community activist. His last words were “I would like once again to apologize for the pain and suffering I have caused to the...

Walton County, FL · 2d
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This Florida Small Town Diner Serves Fried Fish So Good Locals Swear It Is The State’s Best-Kept Secret

A whole flounder, fried until the edges turn crisp, shows up on the menu of a small Florida diner that most beach traffic zooms past. That’s a bold move for a building with such a plain little face. The fish comes fried, grilled, or blackened, and the house fish...

Vernon, FL · 21h

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An All-You-Can-Eat Seafood Spread Draws Crowds To This Buffet In Florida

Endless crab legs come with every dinner buffet here. Not as a pricey add-on you have to argue yourself into, but right there in the deal. I admit that detail alone would get me in the car. Then you add fried oysters, deviled crab, boiled shrimp, and grilled fish, and the plan gets serious.

Panama City Beach, FL · 2d

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Two-time cancer survivor competes in Ironman Florida

Joel Staley, a two-time cancer survivor, started training for the Ironman competition in Panama City Beach days after completing chemotherapy.

Panama City Beach, FL · 1d

Main Street Dollars

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Self-employed workers in eight Florida Panhandle counties who lost income to Hurricane Isaias must apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance by Dec. 28

Self-employed workers in eight Florida Panhandle counties who lost income to Hurricane Isaias have until Dec. 28, 2026 to apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance. FloridaCommerce announced the federal-state program for the counties of Bay, Escambia, Gulf, Holmes, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, Walton and Washington. The aid covers weeks of lost work beginning Oct. 11, 2026. Disaster […]

Northwest Florida, FL · 1d

WMBB

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Bay County Council on Aging hosts Fall Festival

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Bay County Council on Aging held their fall festival to raise money for the council’s needs. Those attending were able to celebrate fall through festivities, such as shopping, food and entertainment; raffles and silent auctions were also available for various prizes, with the biggest prize being a gently used […]

Bay County, FL · 1d

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Harrison Avenue in downtown Panama City wins Florida people’s choice award

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Harrison Avenue in downtown Panama City has been named the winner of the 2026 Great Places in Florida People’s Choice Award, according to the Florida Chapter of the American Planning Association. The downtown corridor received the most votes among four finalists in the program’s...

Panama City, FL · 2d

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Navy lieutenant completes 5th IRONMAN in Panama City Beach in memory of friend

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) — Navy Lt. Will Clark competed in his fifth IRONMAN in Panama City Beach on Saturday, carrying the memory of his friend, Capt. Carlos Gallardo, with him. Clark continues to race to raise money and awareness for veterans. Loss of a friend. Gallardo, Clark’s...

Panama City Beach, FL · 21h

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Visit PCB Ironman Florida 2026 Results and Highlights from Saturday, Nov. 7

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -Denmark pro racer Magnus Ditlev set an Ironman world record Saturday by finishing the Visit Panama City Beach Ironman Florida in 7 hours, 19 minutes and 17 seconds. Switzerland’s Alanis Siffert finished on the women’s side in 8 hours, 7 minutes and 37 seconds....

Panama City Beach, FL · 19h

Panama City News Herald

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Panama City's building permit process ranked among nation's best

PANAMA CITY − Local efforts to streamline the building permit process have earned Panama City top-tier rankings across not only the state, but also the country. According to a Nov. 4 press release, Panama City's building permitting performance was ranked No. 2 in Florida and No. 26 in the U.S. by the Red Tape Index, which measures and ranks permitting efficiency and effectiveness in cities across the country. "Efficient permitting is about more than processing paperwork," City Manager Jonathan Hayes said in the release. "It's about creating an environment where businesses can invest, property owners can move forward with their plans and our community can continue to grow. "Being recognized among the nation's top-performing cities is an encouraging reflection of the work being done to support Panama City's future." The release notes that Panama City earned an overall score from Red Tape Index of 89 out of 100. According to the report, it takes the city on average a little more than 10 days to approve commercial building permits. This was the fastest turnaround among the state's 10 highest-ranked cities. Panama City also takes on almost 13 days on average to approve residential building permits. The release notes a typical

Panama City, FL · 2d

Woman's World

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How Two Young Brothers Started an Inspiring Movement: ‘You’re Never Too Young to Make a Difference’

Two brothers turned a family hiking trip into a lifelong wildlife conservation mission. They built monofilament bins and rescued a 300-pound sea turtle trapped in fishing line. Building nesting boxes helped wood duck populations bounce back after Hurricane Michael. After seeing wildlife harmed by litter, two brothers built collection bins,...

Panama City, FL · 7h

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Red tide concerns at PC Marina boat ramp

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -The Florida Health Department in Bay County is advising the public of the presence of red tide near the PC Marina boat ramp based on a sample taken on Nov. 4. The public should exercise caution in and around this area, DOH-Bay says. DOH-Bay reminds the...

Bay County, FL · 2d

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Bessemer’s Bright Star Chef Brings Alabama’s Oldest Kitchen to Panama City

The executive chef of Alabama’s oldest restaurant is packing his knives for a short trip to the Florida Panhandle. Andreas Anastassakis, who runs the kitchen at the Bright Star in Bessemer, will cook two special dinners at Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood in Panama City on November 17 and 18, with both seatings starting at 6:30 p.m.

Panama City, FL · 1d

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Panama City Beach Daily Update & Conditions – November 8, 2026

Good morning, West End PCB family! We are in for a gorgeous coastal day with mostly sunny skies and pleasant temperatures climbing into the lower 70s. A light offshore breeze makes it a picture-perfect morning for beachcombing and soaking in that sparkling emerald Gulf view. Today’s Panama City Beach Conditions...

Panama City Beach, FL · 16h

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St. Joe Company donates 23 acres for FSU aerospace research and advanced technology facility

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP)— The St. Joe Company donated 23 acres for a new aerospace research and advanced manufacturing facility that Florida State University’s INSPIRE program will operate in Bay County. The facility will be in the St. Joe Venture Crossings Enterprise Centre in Bay County. Executive Director...

Bay County, FL · 2d

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Walton County shares update on Hurricane Isaias debris removal

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Debris removal crews are working throughout Walton County following Hurricane Isaias, but officials say the cleanup will take time and require multiple passes through neighborhoods. Walton County Emergency Management said some neighborhoods will be reached before others because of the amount of debris left by...

Walton County, FL · 2d

Panama City News Herald

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Bay County football teams on the road in first round of state playoffs

The 2026 Bay County football regular season has wrapped up and the FHSAA held the state playoff bracket release on Friday Nov. 6 at 4 p.m. CST. Bay County is still in search for it's first state champion since the 1976 Bay High team. The Regional Tournament quarterfinals will take place on Nov. 13, followed by the semifinals on No. 20 and finals on Nov. 27. The State Semifinals will take place on Dec. 4. The State Championships will take place Dec. 9–12, at South Dade Kia Field at Pitbull Stadium in Miami. Find out which Bay County programs play in the first round and their opponents below. Local football Mosley football wins season finale as Orca uniforms make debut Local football legend Bay County football legend Matt Hardin dies; family announces passing Region 1-3A First round matchup : (No. 3) Wakulla vs. (No. 6) Bay High Bay High finished the regular season 8-2, winning the county championship and finishing in a three way tie for the district. They will travel to Wakulla in round one. Region 1-3A Bracket (1) Godby vs. (8) Palatka (4) Bishop Kenny vs. (5) Pine Forest (2) Baker County vs. (7) South Walton (3) Wakulla

Bay County, FL · 2d