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Early voting begins Monday for 2026 General Election in Bay County

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Early voting for the 2026 General Election officially begins Monday, Oct. 19 and runs through Saturday, Oct. 31, across eight designated early voting locations throughout the county. The main Supervisor of Elections Office will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., while all other...

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Florida Panhandle Marine Institute breaks ground on new facility

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Florida Panhandle Marine Institute picked up their shovels Saturday for the groundbreaking of their brand-new rescue center. The institute’s new center will be for saving new sea turtles and dolphins, and this has been a longtime coming for them after relocating last year. “So excited that we are actually […]

Northwest Florida, FL · 23d

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Emergency water outage, boil water notice issued for several Callaway roads

CALLAWAY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - An emergency water outage is affecting multiple roads in Callaway on Monday, with a precautionary boil water notice set to take effect once service is restored. According to the City of Callaway, utility crews are responding to an outage impacting the following areas:. H.L. Sudduth Drive.

Callaway, FL · 21d

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City of Panama City holds State of the City address

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Residents and staff packed Panama City Hall Thursday night for the State of the City address. City Manager Jonathan Hayes delivered his first address, telling the audience the city is no longer just recovering from Hurricane Michael, but renewing eight years later. “Recovery is a...

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Precautionary boil water notice remains in effect for Lynn Haven

LYNN HAVEN, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A precautionary boil water notice remains in effect for City of Lynn Haven water customers following a leak at the city’s primary water treatment plant, officials said Friday. Crews repaired a leak on a 12-inch water main connection while service was automatically rerouted through...

Lynn Haven, FL · 24d

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New 3D-printed housing project planned for East 3rd Street

Panama City commissioners selected Marco Designs to construct a sustainable, pedestrian-friendly residential complex on East 3rd Street using robotic 3D concrete printing technology.

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Panama City Beach, FL · 23d

Oktoberfest draws hundreds to Aaron Bessant Park

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Oktoberfest is in full swing, with hundreds gathering at Aaron Bessant Park this weekend. The event features traditional German-inspired food, beer and attire. It also includes live music, vendors and competitions such as stein hoisting and tug-of-war. Activities for kids include bounce houses and face...

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Panama City to modernize 60-year-old Tarpon Dock Bridge

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A historic Panama City waterfront landmark is getting a much-needed upgrade. For more than 60 years, the Tarpon Dock Drawbridge has served as a vital crossing for Cove residents and businesses — plus maritime traffic in and out of Massalina Bayou. “A drawbridge is...

Panama City, FL · 24d

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TONIGHT: Fright Nights Dreamwalkers opens at the Panama City Center for the Arts

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – Get ready for two weeks full of scares as the Panama City Center for the Arts opens its doors for its annual Fright Nights haunted house, and this year is sure to be a nightmare. Following the story of The Raven Queen, Fright Nights:...

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Mexico Beach works to clear sand from canal after storm

MEXICO BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) – For people in Mexico Beach, the water is part of what makes this community special. But after Hurricane Isaias’s heavy rain and wind, the water hasn’t looked quite the same. If you take a look at the water in Mexico Beach, you may have noticed it looks a little different […]

Mexico Beach, FL · 24d

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Suwannee County Fire Rescue sends 2 firefighters to aid Florida Panhandle after hurricanes

LIVE OAK, Fla. -- Two Suwannee County firefighters have been deployed to the Florida Panhandle to help communities recovering from recent hurricane activity. Suwannee County Fire Rescue announced Oct. 11, 2026, that Lt. Doug Mudry and Firefighter Teddy Akers are heading to the Panhandle to provide rural water supply and fire suppression assistance as part of ongoing disaster response and recovery efforts.

Suwannee County, FL · 24d

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First Parker Car Show this Saturday to help animal rescues

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Bay County’s animal population will be getting a helping hand this weekend from car lovers. Organizers have put together the very first Parker Car Show, taking place this Saturday at the Parker Sports Complex. The event will feature all types of vehicles, classic cars and trucks, as well as some […]

Bay County, FL · 25d

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Lines form at Vernon distribution site after Hurricane Isaias

VERNON, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Some residents are still looking for help with basic necessities after Hurricane Isaias. The state is operating a point of distribution (POD) at Vernon Fire and Rescue. Days after Hurricane Isaias, cars lined the streets in Vernon to get the resources they needed. “Storm came through,...

Vernon, FL · 25d

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Panama City holds state of the city address

The address covered major projects underway, a new budget, and what's next as the city keeps growing eight years after hurricane Michael.

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Gov. DeSantis gives update on Hurricane Isaias recovery in Florida Panhandle

MILTON, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis was in Milton in Florida’s Panhandle on Friday to give an update on recovery efforts after Hurricane Isaias. He was joined by Florida Division of Emergency Management Executive Director Jared Perdue. Watch the full update above.

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Bay County officials urge voters to reject Amendment 3

PANAMA CITY − Some local officials are urging residents to vote against Amendment 3, a proposed tax measure they say might force cuts to police, fire and other public services. Multiple local leaders gathered at a press conference on Oct. 13 outside of the Bay County Public Library to urge residents to vote against Amendment 3 in the upcoming 2026 election. The event was organized by officials from the Vote No on Amendment 3 Campaign, a statewide initiative formed to oppose the amendment and raise concerns about its potential impacts if approved. Among those who spoke at the event were Bay County Commissioner Doug Moore, Panama City Commissioner Janice Lucas and former Panama City mayors Shott Clemons and Greg Brudnicki. "Amendment 3 cuts existing funding without identifying or explaining how the resulting budget hole will be filled," Moore said in a press release from the Vote No on Amendment 3 Campaign. "If this change has merit, the Florida Legislature can pursue it by statue, where the funding gap can be addressed up front and the policy can be adjusted if it doesn't work. "With this change, Tallahassee determines core services for you and not our local community." According to Edie

Panama City, FL · 27d

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Panama City Beach, FL · 27d

Pretrial continued to December for former Panama City tourism official Aaron Lee

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Aaron Lee, the former vice president of administration for the Panama City Beach CVB, had his private attorney pretrial continued Tuesday. Bay County court records show the hearing has been rescheduled for Dec. 15. Lee faces multiple felony charges, including aggravated white-collar crime, grand theft,...

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In Wewahitchka, Florida, Smiley Honey Sells the Panhandle’s Rare Tupelo Honey by the Jar

Some of the best finds in Florida sit down quiet country roads, marked by nothing more than a hand-painted sign. You pull over out of curiosity, maybe hoping for a snack, and leave holding a jar of something golden you will think about for weeks. The honey made in one...

Wewahitchka, FL · 29d

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