Panama City, FL

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -The Panama City Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating Shawn Edward Davis Jr. Law enforcement officials report Davis is wanted on charges of domestic battery and strong-armed robbery. He was reportedly last seen wearing a blue shirt, and grey pants with...

PCPD searching for wanted man

Jackson County, FL

Grand Ridge, FL

JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A Jackson County woman is in custody after deputies say she had drug and paraphernalia in her car. On Monday, deputies with Jackson County Sheriff’s Office were conducting a building check around Blondies in Grand Ridge, and say they observed a white vehicle backed into a parking space with three people inside.

Woman arrested for drug possession

Freeport, FL

FREEPORT, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A Freeport family is picking up the pieces after they lost their home in a house fire. “I sat up in bed and immediately smelled smoke.” Amy Stoyles, wife and mom of the family, said. “Your heart kind of races... so I ran downstairs. My son Brighton was asleep in his bedroom. I grabbed him and ran him out the door, and then when I turned around I could see the flames under the house and up the wall.”

Family thanks community for support after home burns down

Mississippi State

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The American Red Cross of Panama City deployed a multi-purpose response vehicle headed to Flowood, Mississippi Wednesday morning. Two volunteers, Amber Mullins and Lisa Barnes drove down the cargo-focused vehicle in support of Red Cross Disaster Response 241-23. Mississippi was hit with an EF-4 tornado,...

American Red Cross of Panama City sends help to Mississippi

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Brick-and-mortar car dealers in Panama City will no longer compete against staged car lots. City commissioners passed a regulated remote vehicle sales law at this Tuesday’s meeting. It prohibits car sales in parking lots that aren’t done by brick-and-mortar licensed car dealers in the city.

Panama City Commissioners crack down on staged car lots

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Eveyln Temple from Bay County Animal Services and this pup named Jager visited the studio today. If Jager’s smile sold you, and you think he is the perfect new addition to your home, visit the shelter at 6401 Bayline Drive in Panama City to learn more about the simple adoption process.

Adopt a pet today!

Florida State

The storms have moved out and the cooler air will move into NW Florida over the coming days. A Bay County community is on a mission to make little moments big memories. More than a dozen rough surf conditions calls in the last 48 hours, that's why South Walton Beach safety officials are trying to get the word out.

Panama City Murder Update

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Students at Patronis Elementary School did more than their usual classwork on Tuesday. Naval Support Activity Panama City brought equipment from the base to the school. Students learned about a fire truck, police car, an explosive ordnance disposal vehicle, and more. Officials on the base...

Naval Support Activity Panama City broadens students’ horizons

Virginia State

Panama City Beach, FL

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - It’s an honor only one percent of law enforcement are chosen for, but the Panama City Beach Police is sending their fourth captain to the FBI National Academy. Captain John Deegins is the latest beach officer chosen for the prestigious role. He’s spent 25...

Fourth PCB Police Captain heads to FBI National Academy

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Growth has been a theme at Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport for years, and now construction is underway to meet the demands. ECP held its monthly board meeting on Wednesday, covering topics like the entrance roundabout, the new north terminal, and parking. The new overflow lot remains under construction, and officials say progress is quick. But for some, completion can’t come soon enough. The cell phone lot is currently blocked off to allow access for construction, creating a headache for those picking passengers up from the airport.

Construction continues at ECP

Lynn Haven, FL

LYNN HAVEN, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Spring is here which means Easter is just around the corner. Celebrate the holiday early in Lynn Haven on Saturday, April 1st. Events start at 8:30 a.m., the egg hunt starts at 10 a.m., and will wrap up at noon at A.L. Kinsaul Park. Not...

Get an early hop on Easter with Lynn Haven’s Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - With new plans and preparation, lawbreakers may be in for a surprise, and possibly time spent in jail. Panama City Beach Police Chief J.R. Talamantez said during a spring break briefing, there is a plan to continue the current enforcement strategy. “Our focus is not...

PCB officials share strategic plans for ‘law and order’

One man is hoping to inspire others to run with him as he attempts to run the circumference of the world. Getting ready for the City of Lynn's Easter Egg Hunt. The City of Lynn Haven tells us everything we need to know about this year's egg hunt. Family Thanks...

Time to UnwineD on NewsChannel 7 Today

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - In recognition of Autism Awareness Month, join Bacot Academy at their first ever Au-Some Fest. Activities for the free event kick off at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 1 and come to a close at 3 p.m. Located at 700 West 23rd Street Suite F in Panama City, the academy’s parking lot will be the site of the awesome event.

Join the Bacot Academy at AU-SOME Fest 2023

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Several residents of the Latitude Margaritaville 55 and better community have created a group that offers volunteer services to teachers at West Bay Elementary School. The group is called the Memory Makers and is currently comprised of nearly 75 retirees. Monica Thomas is one of...

Local retirement community supports elementary school teachers

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Good Wednesday morning everyone!. It’s a much quieter start on satellite and radar this morning with just some stratus clouds passing through. We’ll see a mostly sunny start but a cooler one!. Yesterday’s cold front has passed through and a light northerly breeze...

A cool spring feel returns to NWFL

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Dinosaurs are on the loose this Thursday at the Bay County Chamber of Commerce’s Block Party, and they are ready to race. The T-Rex Relay Race is only one part of the block party’s family-fun hosted by the Bay County Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the community.

Get ready for Bay County Chamber of Commerce’s Block Party

Tallahassee, FL

Pensacola, FL

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - High School Baseball.

Area Scores and Highlights from Tuesday, March 28th

The Bacot Academy is celebrating Autism Awareness Month with an Au-come Fest Saturday, Apil 1. This week's 850Strong Student of the Week is Anniston Gainer. Congratulations to this week's 850Strong Student of the Week. More fashion tips for Wear It Wednesday. Updated: 5 hours ago. Getting expert fashion advice from...

College Point fires

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - This week’s 850Strong Student of the Week is Anniston Gainer. Anniston said the award made her day. “I’m really happy about it,” she said. Anniston is a hardworking, straight A student, who loves to read and competes in girls weightlifting, softball, and...

This week’s 850Strong Student of the Week is...

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Springtime events are just around the corner, so it is time to bring out your spring clothing. Madalyn Carter and Vivian Gibson, owners of Can’t Hide Pretty Boutique, joined the NewsChannel 7 Today team to give the latest fashion advice. Madalyn and Vivian...

Wear It Wednesday styled by Can’t Hide Pretty Boutique

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Three seriously injured, one child dead after car crashes into tree

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - correction: The driver was 33 years old. A child is dead and three others are injured after a car crashed into...

Three seriously injured, one child dead after car crashes into tree

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