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Blountstown football team getting set to host Bay in week two game
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -It’s another good test for the Blountstown Tigers here in week two of the high school football season. The game set for Blountstown’s ballfield Friday has Coach Waggoner and his guys getting ready to host the Bay Tornadoes. Bay heading that way coming off...
Northwest Florida Daily News
Week 2 predictions for high school football on Emerald Coast
Last week's predictions column was a mess. I had faith in the area teams that lost and underestimated the area teams that flexed on my way to a sad 4-6 week. For perspective, not once last year did I have a sub-.500 week. But variance happens, injuries happen, transfers happen. At least this week we're not flying in blind on what to expect. With that said, let's get to the picks and hopefully do better than last week. Week 1 HS football scores: FWB football lone Okaloosa team to begin 1-0; SoWal and Walton win Week 2 Predictions Freeport 49, North Bay Haven 7 Reasoning: The Bulldogs (0-1) won this match 54-13 last year, and they got better in the offseason. Don't overthink this one. Walton 35, Arnold 21 Reasoning: The Braves (1-0) are in the midst of a three-game homestand and coming off an impressive 52-7 win over West Florida, who beat Jay Lindsey's crew 35-6 last year. They've very clearly earned our trust, although Arnold (1-0) is coming off a 27-21 win over Freeport. Niceville 49, West Florida 0 Reasoning: After being held to seven points in the opener against a stacked Prattville team, expect the Eagles (0-1)
Destin Log
Destin Sharks dominate in season football debut against St. Joe
The Destin High Sharks defeated the Port St. Joe Tiger Sharks 53-13 in their season opener. Destin's offense accumulated 393 total yards, with key performances from running back Donnie Couitt and quarterback Kellen Ramsey. Coach E.G. Green credited the team's 24 seniors and their hard work over the summer for...
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FSU Panama City celebrates incoming class as application numbers rise
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Holley Academic Center rang with Florida State University pride this afternoon, as the college welcomed its incoming class of first-year students. FSU Panama City held its annual first-year student convocation where 70 incoming students sited the Seminole Creed. FSU Panama City’s Dean Randy Hanna said...
WMBB
Chris Young named Chipola College’s 2026-2027 Outstanding Alumnus
JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – A Chipola College alumnus was recognized during its back-to-school opening session on Monday. According to Chipola College, Chris Young was named its 2026-2027 Outstanding Alumnus during the event, where staff and faculty gathered to celebrate the new school year and America’s 250th anniversary. Young, a 1997 graduate, is now an […]
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Destin makes a statement in first official FHSAA game with 53-13 rout of Port St. Joe
Destin made quite a statement in its first official game as a full-fledged FHSAA member Friday night, routing Port St. Joe 53-13 and completely flipping the script from last year’s 30-7 loss at the hands of the Tiger Sharks. Donnie Couitt set the tone early with a touchdown on...
WMBB
Walton County School District ranked among top 20 high schools in the nation
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Friday Night Overtime Week One Highlights and Scores
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -High School Football/Week 1. To stay up to date on all the latest news as it develops, follow WJHG on Facebook, Instagram and X (Twitter). Have a news tip or see an error that needs correction? Email news@wjhg.com. Please include the article’s headline in your message.
Destin Log
Destin Marlins reel in big win in football jamboree
The Destin Marlins middle school football team won both of their games in a jamboree on August 20. Destin defeated the Bruner Spartans 30-0 and the Ruckel Rams 14-7 in two 30-minute halves. Several players had standout performances, including Joseph Cope, Amaree Claridy, and Luke Vallianatos. The Destin Marlins scored...
Northwest Florida Daily News
Choctaw football blanked in 2nd half, drops season opener at Mosley
PANAMA CITY — Mosley is incredibly tough to beat at Tommy Oliver Stadium. This is a three-time defending champion, after all, a thorn in Niceville's side. So from a glass-half-full perspective, the Big Green's non-district, 15-13 loss in Thursday's season opener isn't on its own merits overly concerning. But that doesn't make the way they lost, most self-inflicted errors, any easier to digest. Choctaw committed 23-or-so penalties, had two turnovers deep in Dolphins territory, had a key receiver ejected for two unsportsmanlike flags and, cramping the entire night, emerged with several key players banged up or injured and didn't even approach a scoring drive in a scoreless second half. The only offense the Big Green could muster was a Carter Marracco 1-yard keeper in the first quarter and a 37-yard touchdown connection between IMG transfer Baker Giles and Rives Brown, the latter who was tossed after spiking the ball in the end zone. The subsequent two-point conversion fell just shy, and with it Choctaw's only legitimate chance to knot the score at 15. Even with all the self-inflicted wounds, Choctaw still had a chance to make it a successful night. Bold Predictions: 26 bold predictions in 2026 for high school
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Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy
At Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy, we provide a nurturing, faith-based environment where children grow academically, socially, and spiritually from infancy through Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK). Our early childhood education programs are designed to support holistic development, emphasizing kindergarten readiness, character building, and lifelong learning. With a strong foundation in Christian values and a commitment to quality over quantity, our curriculum blends play-based learning with structured academic goals to ensure every child thrives. Our VPK programs specifically focus on preparing students for kindergarten by strengthening early literacy, math, and social-emotional skills—setting the stage for long-term academic achievement. Led by passionate educators and supported by our deeply rooted community, we partner with families to build confident, capable learners ready to shine in school and beyond.
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Gulf Coast State College’s ‘Education Encore’ returns with new classes
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Classes are officially back in session at Gulf Coast State College, but a unique kind of learning environment is about to take over campus—one completely free of tests, grades, and academic stress. For more than 30 years, the college’s “Education Encore” program has offered...
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Gators warm up against Liberty County
It was only one half of varsity play in last week’s Kickoff Classic, and Emory Horne, the new Gators coach, said the team has to get into better shape if they want to defeat a team like the Liberty County Bulldogs. Wewa’s varsity fell 28-0 in two quarters against...
Destin Log
Destin High Sharks show promise in rain-shortened football game
A high school football jamboree in Destin was cut short due to lightning and rain. The Destin High Sharks were leading the North Florida Christian Eagles 14-7 when the game was called. Destin's coach praised both the team's defensive and offensive performances during the limited playtime. Senior running back Donnie...
WMBB
Gulf Coast State College opens registration for fall Education Encore
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – Registration has opened for Gulf Coast State College’s Education Encore for the fall semester. Education Encore is a non-credit enrichment program offered by GCSC’s Continuing Education Department. Several new classes will be offered this semester, including Drawing from Life for Fun, Music Appreciation, Rhythm and Moves: Cardio Drumming for Seniors, […]