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Lynn Haven, FL

New Study Showing Florida as The Best State for Small Business Owners. Starting a small business is a big job. But, if you’re looking to become a business owner, a new study says Florida is the place to do it. This week’s 850Strong Student of the Week is Owen...

Adopt a Pet Today at the Lynn Haven Animal Shelter

Panama City, FL

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - If looking for a fun-filled day Saturday, March 25, Operation Spay Bay is the place to be. Show support for Bay County’s low cost-vet clinic by joining in on the fun and donating to the future expansion of Operation Spay Bay. Activities start at...

Support Operation Spay Bay at their Fun Day event

Rosemary Beach, FL

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - We have a new meal for you to try if you are looking to get in the kitchen this weekend. Chefs Brendan and Brandon from Pescado in Rosemary Beach joined the NewsChannel 7 Today team to create a spring inspired meal. The chefs made...

A spring meal from Pescado for Foodie Friday

Panama City Beach, FL

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Get ready for hundreds of businesses, first responders, local celebrities, and duck racers to join together in support of Beach Care Services. The organization raises money to provide emergency financial assistance to those who work or live in Panama City Beach. The annual duck...

Preparing for 2023 Duck Races

Construction on the west end in Panama City Beach can be a headache to drive through. But city officials say it's all to make safety improvements in the area. Mental Health Training with South Walton Fire Dept. Updated: 58 minutes ago. It's not always easy to relate to something you've...

Chapter Chat with the author of 'The Little Wartime Library

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -Starting a small business is a big job. But, if you’re looking to become a business owner, a new study says Florida is the place to do it. A report by “Capital on Tap” ranks Florida as the number one state in the nation to start a small business. Florida’s 5.5% corporate tax rate and its top ranking for creating new jobs are some of the reasons it tops the list.

New Study Showing Florida as The Best State for Small Business Owners

Construction on the west end in Panama City Beach can be a headache to drive through. But city officials say it's all to make safety improvements in the area.

Oscar Patterson Resources for Parents

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Good Thursday morning everyone!. It’s a quiet start on satellite and radar, however, low clouds and fog have returned. But just like yesterday, we’ll see it linger until 9am and then lift out and disperse to midday and afternoon sunshine. Temperatures are pleasantly...

Another spring beauty for NWFL after morning fog and clouds

New Study Showing Florida as The Best State for Small Business Owners. Starting a small business is a big job. But, if you’re looking to become a business owner, a new study says Florida is the place to do it. House engulfed in flames in Panama City Beach. Updated:...

This week’s 850Strong Student of the Week is Owen Poloronis

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -Panama City Beach Council members met on Thursday, and discussed the first reading of the amended Aviation Ordinance. Some of the changes to the existing ordinance include the use of drones. Council members tell NewsChannel 7 they have been receiving complaints from residents about their neighbors flying drones over their homes and backyards.

PCB making changes to Aviation Ordinance to include drones

Mental Health Training with South Walton Fire Dept. It's not always easy to relate to something you've never been through. That's why members of one mental health program are getting their hands dirty alongside first responders. Oscar Patterson Resources for Parents. Updated: 3 hours ago. A local school held an...

CRA Project Updates

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Firefighters responded to structure fire that was quickly engulfed in flames on Anne Ave in Panama City Beach Tuesday. Officials say the house was believed to be vacant. A nearby trailer caught fire as well, but there were no reported injuries. More than 20 first...

House engulfed in flames in Panama City Beach

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A 20-thousand-dollar grant from the Florida Department of Transportation is helping pay overtime for law enforcement. Police say this will help a lot during times when drunk drivers are most likely to be on the streets, like on weekends. The D-O-T provided the grant to...

Panama City Police cracking down on drunk drivers

Construction on the west end in Panama City Beach can be a headache to drive through. But city officials say it's all to make safety improvements in the area. Mental Health Training with South Walton Fire Dept. Updated: 3 hours ago. It's not always easy to relate to something you've...

Gayle's Trails Expansion

Construction on the west end in Panama City Beach can be a headache to drive through. But city officials say it's all to make safety improvements in the area. Mental Health Training with South Walton Fire Dept. Updated: 4 hours ago. It's not always easy to relate to something you've...

This week’s Golden Apple Award winner is Tonya Alford

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Good Friday morning everyone. Once again, we’re waking up with fog and low clouds but nothing to worry about on radar. Just like yesterday, we’ll see the fog or clouds lift out through 9am. And with a little added moisture to the Panhandle skies today, we’ll see some clouds linger with sunshine into the afternoon.

Another beauty today but rain chances return this weekend

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Happy Thursday!. Spring is certainly here with above-average warmth throughout the Panhandle Thursday Afternoon. With the warmth has also come humidity, aided by south flow throughout the area. For tonight, watch for that humid air to foster the development of widespread fog throughout the Panhandle. For now, a dense fog advisory is not in effect, but that fog will linger into the morning hours on Friday with possible implications for your morning commute. Low temperatures will stay mild, with most communities falling to the lower 60s.

Thursday Evening Forecast

Bay County, FL

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The growth in Bay County doesn’t seem to be slowing down. Tuesday, the Bay County Planning Commission approved zoning changes to 2,017 acres of land in the Panama City Beach area. The land is mostly along Highway 79 and north of Philip Griffitts Sr. Parkway.

More developments, potential changes set to be approved in Bay County

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -After years of waiting, Gayle’s Trails in Panama City Beach will be expanding. That is thanks to the PCB Council members accepting another grant for the project Thursday. The grant money is coming from the Florida Department of Transportation’s Suntrail Grant program. In...

PCB Council Members accept grant for Gayle’s Trails expansion

Roberts Hall Concert Series is back in Lynn Haven

Callaway, FL

CALLAWAY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A man is in custody after deputies say he stabbed his grandparents. On Thursday, Bay County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call about an incident on Colonial Drive in the Callaway area. Deputies say when they arrived, two victims were found with stab wounds...

Stabbing in Callaway, suspect arrested

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - High-performing teachers are needed at low-performing schools. Now Bay district leaders hope money, will get them there. Tuesday Bay District school board members approved a plan to give incentives to certified teachers. If they agree to work at schools that need extra help they can...

High Performing Teachers Are Needed At Low Performing Schools

Holmes County, FL

Marianna, FL

BONIFAY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A jury found a Holmes County man guilty of murder and firearm charges Wednesday, according to the State Attorney Office. In 2021, Latorish Gardner of Marianna was arrested for a shooting incident off Interstate 10 at the Ponce De Leon rest area. One victim was pronounced dead another was injured.

Man found guilty for murder, firearm charges

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Wildlife experts give tips on what to do if you find baby wildlife

FREEPORT, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - As the weather gets warmer, you are more likely to find baby wild animals. As “baby season” approaches, wildlife experts are giving...

Wildlife experts give tips on what to do if you find baby wildlife

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