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Destin Marlins dominate Shoal River to reach county football final

The Destin Marlins defeated the Shoal River Mustangs 35-16 in a middle school football semifinal game. Destin scored 35 unanswered points in the first half, aided by key turnovers and special teams plays. Marlins player Amaree Claridy scored two touchdowns and rushed for 78 yards. (This story has been updated...

Destin, FL · 14d

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Gulf Coast State College to Host Annual Fall Festival With Trunk-or-Treat and Family Activities

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Gulf Coast State College is inviting students, families and community members to campus for its annual fall festival, featuring costumes, trunk-or-treating and activities for all ages. The festival is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 23, from 6 to 8 p.m. Organizers say the event is designed...

Panama City, FL · 15d

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Arnold football coach Jason Griffin placed on administrative leave

Bay District Schools has placed Arnold High School head football coach Jason Griffin on administrative leave pending an investigation into a formal complaint regarding coaching practices, the district said in a statement received by the News Herald on Monday night, Oct. 19. Defensive coordinator Josh Wright will serve as interim head coach, according to the district. The district declined to provide additional details, citing the ongoing investigation and the need to protect the privacy of those involved. The full release read: "After receiving a formal complaint regarding coaching practices, Bay District Schools has placed Arnold High School Head Football Coach Jason Griffin on administrative leave, pending the outcome of an investigation. DefensiveCoordinator Josh Wright will serve as interim head coach. Because this is an ongoing investigation, and to protect the privacy of all parties involved, we cannot share additional details at this time." This story will be updated as more information is released. Adebanji Bamidele is a sports reporter for the Panama City News Herald. He can be reached at abamidele@gannett.com or through X, formerly known as Twitter, @AdebanjiPCSport. This article originally appeared on The News Herald: Arnold football coach Jason Griffin placed on administrative leave

Panama City Beach, FL · 18d

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Bay High extends win streak to seven after taking down district opponent South Walton

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Bay High tornadoes defeated the South Walton Seahawks 23-20 in a week 10 matchup. The Tornadoes move to 7-1 and will travel to Pine Forest Tuesday, October 27. The Seahawks drop to 6-2 and will host Pensacola Catholic Friday, October 30.

Bay County, FL · 15d

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Destin High crowns homecoming king and queen

Lucas Bruno and Lylianna Kessler were crowned Destin High's 2026 Homecoming King and Queen. The announcement was made by Principal Jill McNamara during halftime of the Oct. 16 football game. Previous homecoming queens from 2025 and 2024 were present to assist with the crowning ceremony. Destin High School defeated Graceville...

Destin, FL · 18d

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Watch as Destin delivers the winning point over Oak Hall

Watch as Destin High Shark Isabella Volpe delivers the final blow on Oak Hall in the quarterfinals on Oct. 20. Destin won 3-1.

Destin, FL · 17d

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Destin volleyball makes history with first home playoff win, advances to Sweet 16

The first home playoff match in Destin High School history has ended with the first home playoff win in Destin High School history. The Lady Sharks defeated Oak Hall 3-1 (25-16, 25-27, 25-21, 25-20). “They’re trailblazers. Every time they touch a ball for this program from here on out, they...

Destin, FL · 16d

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Hurricane Isaias Impacts School Bus Routes, School Openings

Several school districts were affected by Hurricane Isaias, which made landfall near Destin, Florida as a Category 2 hurricane. It ripped through the Florida Panhandle, creating destruction for homes, businesses and schools. One of the most affected counties by the Oct. 9 Hurricane, Santa Rosa, experienced winds up to 116...

Santa Rosa County, FL · 18d

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Cottondale stays unbeaten, faces Sneads before SSAA playoffs

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -Two area teams remain unbeaten entering week 10 of the high school football regular season: the 7-0 Mosley Dolphins, coming off a win over Rickards Saturday, and the 7-0 Cottondale Hornets, coming off a bye week. Cottondale, led by coach Chris Obert, sits atop the Apalachicola...

Cottondale, FL · 19d

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Bay football team prepares to end game hiatus Thursday against South Walton

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -It is fair to say this is one of the biggest weeks of the schedule in terms of big-time games with big-time implications. One such match up set for Chapman Field Thursday night between South Walton and Bay. Both teams itching to get back to game action last having played on October 2nd. The winner gets the inside track to the district title.

Santa Rosa Beach, FL · 18d

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Destin Marlins dominate Bruner to clinch football playoff spot

The Destin Marlins defeated the Bruner Spartans with a final score of 35-14. With the victory, the Marlins secured a spot in the Okaloosa County Middle School Football Playoffs. Destin's Amaree Claridy scored four touchdowns during the game. The Marlins will next face the Shoal River Mustangs in Crestview. The...

Destin, FL · 18d

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Bay District Schools celebrate National School Lunches Week

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Bay District Schools wrapped up their celebration of National School Lunches Week on Friday. President John F. Kennedy created National School Lunch Week in 1962 to raise awareness of the importance of school lunches. Kennedy believed healthy, fulfilling meals were the first step for success in a child’s academic journey. […]

Bay County, FL · 21d

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Mosley football game against Rickards pushed to Saturday at Bozeman

PANAMA CITY, Fla. — The district football matchup between Mosley and Rickards has been rescheduled for Saturday Oct. 17 at 6 p.m. The game will be hosted at Deane Bozeman Field. Mosley footballs district matchup against Rickards High School in Tallahassee was canceled at its original location Friday after the visiting Dolphins were informed that security was unavailable for the game, according to Mosley head coach Tommy Joe Whiddon. Local swim North Bay Haven and Mosley claim county swim titles on senior night Local soccer Panama City cerebral palsy soccer standout Jesslyn Kuhnel adds to US team records Whiddon said the Mosley team was halfway to Tallahassee when school officials informed the team that Rickards did not have security for the contest. According to Whiddon, Rickards’ superintendent said the game could not be played and instructed Mosley to return to Panama City. The game could still be played Friday night at Tommy Oliver Stadium in Panama City. Rickards officials were working to secure buses to transport their team to Panama City, Whiddon said. Adebanji Bamidele is a sports reporter for the Panama City News Herald. He can be reached at abamidele@gannett.com or through X, formerly known as Twitter, @AdebanjiPCSport. This

Panama City, FL · 21d

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Mack Brags About Okaloosa and Walton Reopening After Threatening Santa Rosa

Education Commissioner Henry Mack opened Wednesday’s State Board of Education meeting in Stuart by praising Walton and Okaloosa county schools for getting back to normal after Hurricane Isaias. Walton welcomed back all students, faculty and staff Wednesday. Okaloosa returns to full operations Thursday. Mack called that “quite remarkable, given...

Santa Rosa County, FL · 23d

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Some Panhandle schools to reopen after Isaias

Some Panhandle schools in the path of Hurricane Isaias are starting to reopen, Education Commissioner Henry Mack said Wednesday, while others will wait until next week. “As of today, Walton County is welcoming back all students, faculty, and staff, returning to normal operations,” Mack said at the opening of the Board of Education meeting in Stuart. “Okaloosa announced that they will return to normal full operations tomorrow. Quite remarkable, given again the impact of the hurricane.”

Walton County, FL · 23d

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Two Bay District schools hold hurricane relief drive for Santa Rosa County school

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -Two Bay District elementary schools are coming together to help students in Milton after Hurricane Isaias damaged their school. When school board member Steve Moss learned former Bay District Schools teacher Susan Hawley’s school was in need after Hurricane Isaias, he knew it was time to step up.

Santa Rosa County, FL · 23d

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NEMCC, Delta State nursing students present projects at Destin conference

Northeast Mississippi Community College said ADN faculty and four Delta State University Doctor of Nursing Practice candidates presented scholarly projects at the SPIN Learning Nurse Educator Conference in Destin, Florida. The college shared the update in a Facebook post Monday, saying the presentations highlighted work connected to nursing education and practice.

Destin, FL · 24d

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Northwest Florida school district reopenings

NW FLORIDA (WJHG/WECP) - School districts across Northwest Florida are navigating staggered reopenings this week following closures from Hurricane Isaias and scheduled fall breaks. While several districts welcomed students back Monday, others are set to resume classes over the next two days. Jackson County School District: Reopened Monday, Oct. 12....

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