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Operation BBQ Relief serving free hot meals in Florida Panhandle, Alabama following hurricane

NW FLORIDA (WJHG/WECP) - Operation BBQ Relief is continuing its disaster relief efforts across the Florida Panhandle and southern Alabama, serving free hot meals to residents, first responders, and relief workers impacted by Hurricane Isaias. Since deploying last weekend, the national disaster relief nonprofit has served nearly 210,000 meals across...

Florida Panhandle, FL · 20d
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Gov. DeSantis says FEMA processing federal disaster declaration for Hurricane Isaias recovery in Florida Panhandle

At a news conference in Pensacola on Monday, Gov. Ron DeSantis said Florida has completed about 1,900 response missions as recovery continues from Hurricane Isaias. The state submitted a request for a federal disaster declaration last week. DeSantis said he spoke with the FEMA director Sunday and the request is being processed.

Florida · 21d
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In Florida, Bay County wouldn't pick up storm debris, then changed course after complaints

"It's really going to help everyone in our community."

Bay County, FL · 21d

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Panama City Beach Senior Center Announces Upcoming Craft Fair and Community Health Fair

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The Panama City Beach Senior Center is preparing for a busy fall season, with a craft fair, community health fair, and a variety of activities planned for local seniors and residents. The center’s annual craft fair is scheduled for Nov. 14 from 9 a.m....

Panama City Beach, FL · 21d
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Precautionary boil water notice LIFTED for parts of Panama City following water main break

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - UPDATE: A precautionary boil water notice issued Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, has been officially rescinded. Officials lifted the advisory for residents and businesses along Breezy Lane, Windy Lane, the 23rd Street Station, and 416 W. 23rd St. The notice was canceled following satisfactory completion of...

Panama City, FL · 19d

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Community & Cars: AMVETS Post 2298 to host fall Car, Truck & Bike Show

CALLAWAY, Fla. (WMBB) – After a successful inaugural show, the AMVETS Post 2298 will host its second Car, Truck, and Bike show on Sunday with so much more for the community to enjoy.  The post is located at 5510 Hwy 22 in Callaway and will feature classic vehicles and a whole lot of community fun […]

Callaway, FL · 19d

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Road Closures for annual charity ‘Ride 4 The Cure’

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The City of Panama City is announcing temporary road closures for Saturday, Oct. 24, for the annual charity ‘Ride 4 The Cure’ and Block Party. Road closure timeline:. • Beck Avenue from 11th Street to 12th Street will be closed from 8:00 AM...

Panama City, FL · 18d

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Bay County approves fire engine for new Fountain-area station

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Bay County commissioners approved the purchase of a roughly $940,000 fire engine on Tuesday for a new fire station along Highway 20 to serve the Fountain area. For years, Fountain residents have relied on Bay County Fire Rescue crews responding from Youngstown or other Bay...

Bay County, FL · 20d

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Panama City marine rescuers break ground on long-awaited facility

PANAMA CITY — The Florida Panhandle Marine Institute (FPMI) broke ground on its new animal rehab facilities in downtown Panama City on Oct. 17. FPMI specializes in the rescue and rehabilitation of marine life, such as dolphins and sea turtles, across the region. FPMI's stranding coordinator, Lauren Albrittain, spoke to the News Herald in September. The mission Albrittain said the mission is threefold, with the most obvious part being rescue and rehabilitation. They respond to "strandings," which is when an injured, sick or dead marine animal washes up on the beach. "Second, we want to educate. We want to both educate the general public as well as our conservation partners," said Albrittain. "Anything we learn from every single case can be contributed to the knowledge base for those animals." "The third part of our mission is to conduct as much and contribute as much conservation research as possible," said Albrittain. "So basically, anytime we're learning about these cases, we are not only gathering medical information if they're live cases, but we're also gathering information that can be put toward better understanding of the (animals.)" She explained that the research contributes to a better understanding of a species' population dynamics, environment,

Panama City, FL · 20d

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A.D. Harris Community Resilience Center Opens in Panama City to Connect Residents With Resources

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The A.D. Harris Learning Village is re-introducing itself as the A.D. Harris Community Resilience Center, a hub designed to connect people with services and resources available throughout the community. The center’s development follows Hurricane Michael, when the need for accessible recovery resources became clear.

Panama City, FL · 20d

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Florida Blue Foundation Donates to Hurricane Isaias Recovery Efforts in Northwest Florida

Florida Blue Foundation is providing financial support to three nonprofit organizations helping Northwest Florida communities recover from Hurricane Isaias. Announced Oct. 20, the donations will support United Way of West Florida, United Way Emerald Coast and Volunteer Florida as they address immediate community needs and assist with longer-term recovery following the storm.

Florida · 19d

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In Florida, Bay County skipped curbside debris pickup after Isaias, and residents say cleanup is on them

"We pay our taxes high out here just like everybody else, and that's a service we should get."

Bay County, FL · 23d

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Rebuild Bay County to Celebrate Grand Opening of the A.D. Harris Community Resilience Center

The free event will include a historical marker unveiling, guided tours, partner exhibits, resource information, refreshments, and opportunities to learn about the Center’s services and long-term vision.

Bay County, FL · 20d

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Portion of Harrison Ave. closing for Bay High Homecoming Parade on October 21

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Harrison Avenue, from Beach Drive to E. 13th Street, will be closed on Wednesday, Oct. 21, from noon to 3 p.m. for the Bay High Homecoming Parade. Panama City officials say cars along the street need to be cleared from the parade route. Vehicles not...

Panama City, FL · 20d

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Early voting opens across eight Bay County locations

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Voters in about half of Florida’s 67 counties can now take advantage of early voting ahead of the upcoming general election on Nov. 3. Bay County is one of those counties where early voting opened on Monday. Voters will have to decide a number of races involving local, state, and […]

Bay County, FL · 21d

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CLASS ACT: SRO shining light into Bay County classrooms

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Emily Collier has been a student resource officer at the TCS Collegiate School for only a year, but within the past 365 days, she has already changed the lives of so many. Before she was an SRO for the collegiate school, she worked for the city of Panama City, where […]

Bay County, FL · 21d

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CLASS ACT: SRO shining light into Bay County classrooms

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Emily Collier has been a student resource officer at the TCS Collegiate School for only a year, but within the past 365 days, she has already changed the lives of so many. Before she was an SRO for the collegiate school, she worked for the...

Bay County, FL · 21d

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Florida woman says she couldn't sell flooded home, then city buys it for a catch basin

"Ultimately the house really taught me a lot of resilience."

Panama City, FL · 24d