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Bronson Sweatt announced as new Bozeman head football coach
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The official announcement regarding a new head football coach at Bozeman is in. That new coach is Wakulla alum Bronson Sweatt, who was set to be introduced at the school the week before last. However, a delay in some certification paperwork forced the folks at...
Three arrested in Bay County following a traffic incident
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – On Wednesday, the Bay County Sheriff’s Office arrested three suspects after a reckless driving incident. At around 4 p.m. a BCSO officer spotted a man driving recklessly on Back Beach Road and Richard Jackson Blvd. The officer lost the suspect after a short pursuit through congested traffic, and the vehicle […]
Severe storms damage parts of the Panhandle
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Strong to severe thunderstorms quickly crossed the Florida Panhandle this morning, with several storms producing damage. Starting around 4 am this morning, a squall line formed a bowing shape on radar suggesting intense winds were present across interior sections of Okaloosa and Walton County. An...
St. Joe Community Foundation announces winners of 'No Ordinary Joe' scholarships
PANAMA CITY − The St. Joe Community Foundation has announced the winners of the 2024 "No Ordinary Joe" scholarships. The "No Ordinary Joe" scholarship was established in 2020. The scholarship is awarded annually to high school students residing and attending school in Bay and Walton counties who exhibit leadership with a strong sense of community and service.
Governor Ron DeSantis issues state of emergency for Liberty County
Following Friday morning's severe weather in Northern Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis has issued a state of emergency. For more News, Weather, and Sports in Panama City, Florida visit: https://www.mypanhandle.com.
Dat Cajun Place celebrates Mother’s Day with a market & mimosas
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Mothers, mimosas, a market, and a car wash. Dat Cajun Place is celebrating Mother’s Day with a bang. It’s nothing out of the ordinary for Cajun Place to have a full parking lot. Earlier Sunday, they had to make the most out of their space as both the regular and […]
Time Travel Tuesday
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -Historian Bill Hudson joins us once more to take a look into the past for Time Travel Tuesday. If you’d like to give Bill Hudson a call or you have some footage of your own you’d like to show Bill, you can reach him at (850) 785-3364.
Panhandle Jr. Buccaneers youth football and cheerleading
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Break out the football pads and the cheerleading pompoms because registration is now open to join in on the fun with the Panhandle Junior Buccaneers. Open to ages 5 to 13, the recreational cheerleading and football league introduces the love of sports, the value of...
First Alert Storm Day
PANAMA CITY, FL. (WMBB-TV) —Not an easy day to forecast today with so many elements involved in the system that is atop of the Panhandle. A few systems will affect the region as the setup for them looks very familiar. The first round of storms are expected through mid-morning...
Bozeman Spends Tuesday in Fort Myers Preparing for Wednesday's 1A State Semifinal
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -For the Bozeman baseball program, this is the 6th appearance in the final four, that the most of an 1A rural team, this is also their 2nd trip in the last 3 seasons. Meaning the team kind of has the final four routine down. Tuesday in Fort Myers, the Bucks got in a light practice over at Estero field where coach Jeff Patton said they really just focused on the basics. Playing a little catch, taking some batting practice and getting in a calm mindset as they approach Wednesday’s semifinal The team then took a trip over to Hammond Stadium, the home of the final four, to give the guys a chance to get some pictures and embrace their environment, then they had a team dinner over at Chick-Fil-A before calling it a night I was able to catch up with coach Patton Tuesday to ask him what the game plan heading into Wednesday is? And why they feel like this is their year to do it.
News 13 staff sharing love on Mother’s Day
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – Every mother deserves special recognition on Mother’s Day, so we decided to honor ours. News 13 staff showcased special wholesome photos with their mom. We appreciate all the mothers out there and everything you do. Happy Mother’s Day again to you and yours!
Panama City residents get last-minute Mother’s Day gifts at Hiland Park Elementary
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – For last-minute Mother’s Day shopping, Hiland Park Elementary opened up a Mother’s Day market. Local vendors lined the side of the school showing off their homemade goods. This is the first market-type event that officials have put out for Hiland Park Elementary. There were more than 15 different vendors that […]
Panama City Beach considers updating laws to limit large events occurring at same time
PANAMA CITY BEACH — City officials say there might be more they can do to regulate large special events. In a meeting on Thursday, Panama City Beach City Council members directed staff to draft a proposed update to the city's special events ordinance — one that would allow leaders to consider traffic impacts and available safety personnel before allowing two large events during the same time.
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