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Upper Grand Lagoon, FL · Lifestyle

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Metro Atlanta native dies trying to free tangled seagull in Florida

ATLANTA - Stone Romberg, a metro Atlanta native and father of two young girls, died Sunday after being caught in a current while trying to help a seagull tangled in his fishing line near his Florida home. Rescue attempt turns tragic. What we know:. Romberg, 31, was fishing near Carillon...

Atlanta, GA · 13d

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Fright Nights Panama City haunted house wraps for the year

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Fright Nights Panama City came to a sold-out close Sunday night. The story-driven haunted house, put on every year by the Bay Arts Alliance, features a new storyline each fall. This year’s theme, “Dreamwalkers,” took visitors through the dreams of a character they call the Raven Queen.

Panama City, FL · 15d

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City of Marianna opens dog park in Historic Downtown

MARIANNA, Fla. (WMBB) – The city of Marianna has just opened a brand new dog park, and it’s ready to welcome you and all of your furry friends to downtown. The new park is located behind the First United Methodist Church on Caledonia Street. “This location was selected because the church actually donated the property […]

Marianna, FL · 15d

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Sunshine and bikes bring good vibes to Thunder Beach in Panama City Beach

Motorcyclists gathered at The Bike Rack near M.B. Miller County Pier during Thunder Beach in Panama City Beach from Oct. 21-25. The venue included vendors, motorcycle services, tattoo artists, professional stunt riders, live music and a big bar. For fun, attendees took part in contests including burnouts, frozen T-shirt competitions and booty-shake contests. Event organizers said proceeds from The Bike Rack will benefit organizations including the VFW, the American Legion, Beach Care Services and a local women's shelter. "It has been the best turnout we've ever had," Kevin Nelson, who operates The Bike Rack with his wife, Tina, told the News Herald before one of the burn-out contests. "We have so many motorcycles in town during Thunder Beach that there's a need for a venue like this. Without it, riders overflow into local bars and other areas. A large gathering space (like this) allows riders to stay together rather than being scattered around town." Nelson added that venues such as The Bike Rack provide economic support for vendors who depend on motorcycle rallies for their income. "The rally circuit is similar to a traveling caravan," Nelson said, explaining the next event. "Vendors, bartenders and other participants move from Daytona to

Panama City Beach, FL · 14d

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Panama City Symphony to host Renaissance to Rock-N-Roll Halloween event

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Panama City Symphony is excited to announce its annual Renaissance to Rock-N-Roll event, celebrating Halloween with a unique blend of music. This spooky event will take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, October 30, at the Captain Anderson’s Event Center in Panama City Beach. This year, […]

Panama City, FL · 14d

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Have a wild Halloween; ZooWorld to host annual ZooBoo celebration

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) – Get ready for a spook-tacular time as ZooWorld hosts its annual ZooBoo celebration this upcoming weekend. Starting Saturday, Oct. 31, the event runs through Sunday, Nov. 1, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Don those costumes and plan to trick-or-treat with the animals as nearly 30 local […]

Panama City Beach, FL · 13d

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HOW-TO TUESDAY: Caramel Apples

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Halloween is coming up this Saturday, and there’s plenty of time to make a sweet treat ahead of the scariest day of the year. In this week’s How-To Tuesday, NewsChannel 7’s Mia Hernandez and Alyssa Dutton create caramel apples from scratch ahead of Halloween.

Panama City, FL · 13d

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Step Inside This Offbeat Florida Taco Spot Where Every Wall Is A Colorful Mural

Somewhere in Panama City, Florida, there is a building that has apparently decided that plain walls are a personal insult. El Weirdo has responded to that insult by covering every available surface in bold, colorful, wildly imaginative art, and the result is one of the most visually arresting restaurants in the entire state.

Panama City, FL · 16d

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Where Gourmet Cooking Meets Giving: A Culinary Celebration on the Emerald Coast

In the heart of Miramar Beach, a unique culinary event is brewing that not only tantalizes taste buds but also enriches the community. For Susan Kiley and Wayne Paul, owners of Bay Breeze Patio, the annual 'Eggs on the Beach' event is more than just a cooking competition—it's a celebration of gourmet cooking, community spirit, and philanthropy. Now in its twelfth year, this gathering has become a beloved tradition along Florida's Emerald Coast, drawing food enthusiasts and philanthropists alike.

Miramar Beach, FL · 16d

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Iconic Mexico Beach restaurant reopens 8 years after Hurricane Michael

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Toucan’s on the Beach is officially back open, eight years after Hurricane Michael. It’s the day many have been waiting for. “We were plotting it out yesterday to try to be first in line,” said Carla Goff, a Bay County local. Others...

Bay County, FL · 17d

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Beach access dispute continues between Backstreet Boy Brian Littrell and Hill

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – What started as a dispute over who could use the beach behind a Santa Rosa Beach home has turned into a lengthy legal fight. Brian Littrell, his wife Leighanne, and their company, BLB Beach Hut, filed a lawsuit against Carolyn Barrington Hill in September of 2025. They accuse Hill of […]

Santa Rosa Beach, FL · 18d

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Causeway Coffee - Miramar Beach

Causeway Coffee in Miramar Beach, Florida, serves really fun waffle pops, toasted croissant sandwiches, and delicious tea and coffee drinks, all in a super cute coffee shop. They use ethically sourced coffee and support local and global causes. TL;DR Don't have time to read the full article? Here are my...

Miramar Beach, FL · 16d

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Iconic Mexico Beach restaurant reopens 8 years after Hurricane Michael

Toucan's on the Beach is officially back open in Mexico Beach, eight years after Hurricane Michael damaged the restaurant in 2018.

Mexico Beach, FL · 17d

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Topeka Live Music Venue Welcomes Shinedown Fans for Weekend of Music in Miramar Beach

MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Music fans from across the country are gathering at Topeka, a live music venue in Miramar Beach, for a weekend centered on rock band Shinedown and a lineup of artists invited by the group. The event brings together fans traveling from states including Louisiana, Missouri...

Miramar Beach, FL · 18d

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30A Songwriters Festival Announces Headliners for 18th Annual Event Jan. 15-18, 2027

The 30A Songwriters Festival attracts thousands of dedicated live music fans from around the world to hear original songwriters spanning multiple genres perform their songs. Returning Jan. 15-18, 2027, the festival will transform beach communities along Scenic Highway 30A into a music haven, with 30 venues hosting more than 160 songwriters and more than 300 solo, band and in-the-round performances.

Miramar Beach, FL · 18d

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From Healing to Hooksets: The Pompano Queen Finds Her Place on the Emerald Coast

When Courtney Harper first started casting lines into the Gulf in the early morning hours, she was looking for something simple: a little peace. Navigating a difficult season of personal loss, the quiet rhythm of the waves, the sunrise, and the anticipation of a bite gave her a place to breathe.

Walton County, FL · 18d

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This Old-Fashioned North Florida Country Store Is Packed With Spices, Candy, And Amish Goods

Kids here ring up their penny candy on an authentic 1921 cash register. That old machine still gets to do its job, and I love that. It turns a candy run into a tiny history lesson. The shelves hold spices and loose-leaf teas from around the world. They’re lab-tested for...

Lancaster, PA · 24d

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FOODIE FRIDAY: Cooking for you, like family, 30A Private Chef shows Fall eats

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Following National Chef Day earlier this week, 30A Private Chef Ian Rogers of Rogers Heirloom discussed Fall bites. Rogers Heirlooms emphasizes that as the seasons change, the ingredients do too, with family-style & plated menus for everyone to enjoy. Chef Rogers joined NewsChannel 7 Today...

Walton County, FL · 18d