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Democratic wave falls short and Austin Rogers holds CD 2 for GOP

Even as Democrats reclaimed control of the U.S. House and posted gains across the country, Republican Austin Rogers held Florida's 2nd Congressional District on Tuesday, denying Democrats a breakthrough in North Florida despite the party's most favorable political environment in more than a decade. Rogers received 160,746 votes, or 52.2%, to Green's 146,862 votes, or 47.8%, according to unofficial results from all 16 counties in the district. The victory allows the 35-year-old Bay County attorney to succeed retiring five-term U.S. Rep. Neal Dunn and extends Republican control of the seat into a second decade. The open-seat race had become a test of whether Democratic gains fueled by frustration with President Donald Trump could overcome the districts deep red tilt the GOP has enjoyed for a decade. Trump carried the district by roughly 18 percentage points in 2024. While Green improved on recent Democratic performances by narrowing Republican margins Rogers held enough Republican territory to keep the seat in GOP hands. Green's path depended on piling up votes in Tallahassee, the district's Democratic center, while cutting into Republican advantages elsewhere. She did both. Green carried Leon County, the district's largest, by a margin of 83,344 votes to 39,424 for Rogers. She

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WMBB

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Sanchez and Coburn win seats on Panama City Beach Council

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) – Panama City Beach has officially elected the next two members of the city council. Carlos Sanchez has claimed the Ward 1 seat, turning his first run for office into a success. After putting in the work throughout his campaign, Sanchez says the result means a lot to him. He […]

Panama City Beach, FL · 3d

WKRG News 5

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Jimmy Patronis says he’s ready to get to work for all of Northwest Florida

Video above: Republican incumbent Jimmy Patronis defeats Gay Valimont for U.S. Representative of Florida District 1 (UPDATE 10:45 p.m): During an election watch party Tuesday night at Seville Quarter in Downtown Pensacola, Jimmy Patronis said he’s excited to get back to work for Florida’s First Congressional District in the U.S. House. Friends, family and supporters […]

Pensacola, FL · 3d

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Gulf County wins awards at governor’s conference

Gulf County took home three awards at this year’s Florida Governor’s Conference on Tourism, including a coveted Henry Award. The Henry Award goes to the highest scoring entry in each category, named in honor of Henry Flagler. The Gulf County Henry was presented for Consumer-Facing Promotional Materials, for...

Gulf County, FL · 4d
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Bay County observes large voter turnout for Midterm elections

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The big draw for most people on the 2026 midterm ballot is the Florida governor’s race and the U.S. Senate race. But there are a number of local races that have high interest to voters. Election officials say they’re pleased with the number of people who are actually voting in […]

Bay County, FL · 3d

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Bay County Prepares for Election Day: 3 Florida Amendments on the Ballot

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Election Day preparations are underway. On Monday, polling place clerks picked up their keys, and teams delivered equipment to Bay County’s 30 polling places. Supervisor of Elections Nina Ward said they hit a 35% turnout during early voting. “Early voting is probably going to...

Bay County, FL · 4d

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Bay County Surf Rescue moves to the off-season

Bay County Surf Rescue transitioned to its off-season on Nov. 1, and lifeguard towers are coming down.

Bay County, FL · 4d

everafterinthewoods.com

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This Surprisingly Affordable Florida Coastal Town Is A Hidden Gem For Retirees

A phone booth once served as an official police station in this little coastal town. Today, a replica stands along the highway, while the original is preserved inside the Carrabelle History Museum. I can’t imagine a better sign that a place takes itself just seriously enough. That quirky landmark...

Carrabelle, FL · 5d

WJHG

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Bay County Prepares for Election Day: 3 Florida Amendments on the Ballot

Bay County, FL · 4d

WMBB

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Liberty County finishes playoff run in Final Four

WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (WMBB) – The Liberty County Bulldogs fell to the Branford Buccaneers 0-3 in the FHSAA Rural Class State semifinals on Monday. The Bulldogs finish 21-9.

Liberty County, FL · 4d

Cruise Hive

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Final Countdown Begins for SS United States as Reef Sinking Date Is Set

The SS United States will leave the remediation facility on November 9, 2026 and be towed into the Gulf for her sinking on November 12. Final Countdown Begins for SS United States as Reef Sinking Date Is Set

Destin, FL · 6d

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Nuts About Jackson County: Pecans, Peanuts & More

Although they may be a little harder to find than they used to be, no trip through the Florida Panhandle is complete without making at least one U-turn to stop at a roadside boiled peanut stand. The deep South is known for two nuts in particular, peanuts and pecans, and here in Jackson County, we’re proud to grow both. The holidays just wouldn’t be the same without our beloved pecans!

Jackson County, FL · 5d

getthecoast.com

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Airport Road milling and resurfacing in Destin begins Monday

Milling and resurfacing work on Airport Road in Destin is scheduled to begin Monday, according to a traffic advisory from the City of Destin. The project covers Airport Road from the curve near Destin Executive Airport to U.S. Highway 98, the city said in the advisory, which was posted Oct. 27.

Destin, FL · 5d

WEAR

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Northwest Florida State College, Veterans Florida launch entrepreneur program for vets

NICEVILLE, Fla. -- Military veterans and eligible spouses in Northwest Florida will have a new opportunity this fall to explore entrepreneurship and get hands-on help launching or growing a business. Northwest Florida State College, in partnership with Veterans Florida, is offering the Veterans Florida Entrepreneur Program, a series of entrepreneurial...

Niceville, FL · 5d

WJHG-TV

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Bay County voters head to the polls Tuesday for 2026 General Election

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Election Day for the 2026 General Election is Tuesday, Nov. 3, and Bay County voters will have from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. to cast their ballots. Voters must cast their ballot at their assigned precinct on Election Day across the county’s 30 polling locations. Election officials note that the Supervisor of Elections office is not a polling location on Election Day.

Bay County, FL · 5d

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Bay County’s Zollie Young Park nears completion after $300K+ transformation

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A Bay County park received an over $300,000 makeover. Zollie Young Park, right off of Mill Bayou Road, has a lot to offer park goers now that it’s near completion. There is an asphalt walking trail that encompasses the park, two pavilions for shade,...

Bay County, FL · 7d

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Florida House District 6 candidates discuss positions on affordability, education

This story is part of a statewide partnership of more than 30 nonpartisan newsrooms and universities working to help Florida voters make informed decisions in the 2026 elections. Learn more about the Florida Elections Reporting Partnership at floridaelections.org. Two nurse practitioners are vying to be the next member of the...

Florida · 5d

WJHG-TV

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Heavy rain brings flooding to Panama City, up to 8 inches of rainfall in Bay County

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Water collected across roadways in Panama City on Sunday, making it difficult for drivers to tell how deep some flooded areas were. A flash flood warning was issued for central Panama City through 11:45 a.m. Sunday. The National Weather Service reports Bay County received between 5 and 8 inches of rain, with heavy flooding reported along Highway 231.

Panama City, FL · 6d