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OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - The sinking of the SS United States as an artificial reef is now taking place a day earlier than expected. Due to heavy winds forecasted for the originally planned date, Thursday, Nov. 12, the sinking has been moved up to Wednesday, Nov. 11. “Safety is always a top priority in
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - State officials are reminding Hurricane Isaias victims that help is available. The Florida Division of Emergency Management has opened seven Hurricane Isaias disaster assistance at multi-agency resource centers across the panhandle. This is set up at the old Oakland Terrace Elementary School…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Joshua Collins always wanted to have a career in music, but instead life took him on a different path at Tommy Smith Elementary. Joshua always wanted to work in music, but while attending the University of North Texas, he found another passion. "When I did my master's degree at the
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - While many families are getting ready to gather around their Thanksgiving tables, Machell Akins is preparing to open her doors to people who may not have that same opportunity. Through Project Feeding and Serving the Homeless and Hungry, she's organizing her 8th annual Thanksgiving dinner…
OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - A local credit union is making the holidays a lot brighter for a few dozen charities and non-profits. All In Credit Union is awarding $589,400 in grants to 44 organizations across its service area as part of its annual Helping Hands Foundation. 12 of those organizations are from our area
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) - A loss of pressure on a water main has prompted a boil water notice for certain Panama City Beach residents and businesses. All residents and businesses located at these addresses are affected by the notice. City officials say they expect water service to be restored by 9 p.m. on
JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Jackson County commissioners made the change official at their last meeting. They voted 4-to-1 to have the sheriff's office assume responsibility of Animal Control. "The county reached out and asked, 'Would I be interested in entertaining the thought of taking over the responsibility of…
PORT ST. JOE, Fla. (WMBB) - On Monday, Gulf District Schools announced the evacuation of Port St. Joe Elementary School due to a strong odor of natural gas being detected on campus. School officials ask parents and community members to stay away from the school at this time to allow emergency personnel to respond…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - The Callaway Masonic Lodge is getting ready to host their annual "Soups for Scholarships" fundraiser. This cook-off fundraiser, held on Nov. 14, invites the community to enjoy unlimited soup for a $5 donation. All proceeds go towards scholarships go to their Callaway Lodge Scholarship Fund…
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WMBB) - A Miramar Beach man has forfeited multiple foreign antiquities dating as far back as circa 3000 BC to the United States government following an investigation into smuggled artifacts, according to federal authorities. John P. Heekin, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida…
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – This Saturday, the Man in the Sea Museum, in partnership with the Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center, will host its annual Copper Collar 5k race celebrating the rich heritage of military diving. The race will begin at 9 a.m. on Nov. 14 and run along East 4th Street and
JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - A car accident in Jackson County, involving a sports utility vehicle, left one person dead Saturday night. The driver of the vehicle was traveling east on U.S. 90, but shortly after traveling further south, the vehicle left the roadway and collided into a tree, according to Florida…
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) - The Bay County Council on Aging held their fall festival to raise money for the council's needs. Those attending were able to celebrate fall through festivities, such as shopping, food and entertainment; raffles and silent auctions were also available for various prizes, with the biggest…
APALACHICOLA, Fla. (WMBB) - Apalachicola celebrated 63 years of the annual Florida Seafood Festival this weekend. Hundreds of people, from all corners of the country, gathered for the annual event, trying every piece of seafood they can! "When it started actually in 1913, it was not an annual event, but it was due to…
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump said Saturday that he has offered the job of White House press secretary to his friend and UFC boss Dana White, an announcement unconventional even for the norm-busting president. White said Saturday that he plans to meet with Trump on Monday at the White House…
BAY COUNTY Fla. (WMBB) - Eastern Shipbuilding Group is celebrating 50 years in Northwest Florida, and company leaders say they're looking to keep that legacy going. During the Bay County Chamber of Commerce's First Friday event, the company shared updates on its current projects, economic impact and workforce…
JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Jackson County deputies pursued a high speed chase during a traffic stop on Friday for a grand theft charge. Deputies tried pulling over William Taff for a traffic stop. But Taff refused to pull over, leading deputies on a chase Taff had an active warrant for violation of probation for
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Losing a loved one is hard, and it gets even harder during the holidays, whether that be Christmas or Thanksgiving, it's a reminder of that loss. For many, the holidays are a time of celebration. But for those grieving the loss of a loved one, this time of year can
Northwest Florida is set to experience a significant weather shift this weekend as a cold front clears the region. Residents can expect cooler afternoon temperatures in the 70s and chilly overnight lows between the mid-40s and mid-50s. While dry conditions will persist through most of next week, potential new systems…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - PanCare Health, the health organization based in Northwest Florida, hosts their "Stand Up for Vets" event every year. This event helps veterans in the panhandle with taking care of themselves, by supplying free appointments for dental, optometry, or health appointments. "We're hosting our…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Harrison Avenue in Downtown Panama City has won the 13th Annual Great Places in Florida People's Choice Award, the Florida Chapter of the American Planning Association announced. The annual award recognizes public spaces across the state, with this year's competition focused on the theme…
JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - During the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce's First Friday event, some local officials used the podium as a chance to highlight projects taking place within their municipalities. But others used the time as a chance to address looming questions related to Amendment 3. "A lot of people…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - The Our Lady of Grace Catholic School is calling all former students to come to their first ever reunion! The reunion is taking place from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Nov. 27 at the Glenwood Community Center, with the goal of convening as many classmates as they can. Our
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - WMBB and our community partners are coming together to make sure every child experiences the magic of Christmas! We are collecting new unwrapped toys for children in need this holiday season with our annual Magical Christmas Toy Drive. All toys will be distributed through our charity partner…
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. employers created a surprising 165,000 new jobs last month, and the unemployment rate dipped to 4.1%. Hiring was far stronger than the 65,000 new jobs that economists had expected. The jobs report comes three days after voters delivered a stunning defeat to President Donald Trump and his…
MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) – Come hungry this weekend to the annual Eggs on the Beach cooking competition, returning to Miramar Beach for the 12th year in a row. Happening Saturday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Seascape Towne Centre, Eggs on the Beach offers unlimited chances to sample meats prepared only
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Florida has carried out a record-tying 19th execution of the year. 64-year-old Jesse Guardado was put to death Thursday night and pronounced dead at 6:13 p.m. after a lethal injection at a state prison in Starke. He had pleaded guilty to fatally stabbing 75-year-old Jackie Malone inside…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Eight years after Hurricane Michael devastated Tyndall Air Force Base, families at Tyndall Academy say they're still waiting for the school they were promised. Parents describe aging bathrooms, plumbing problems, air-conditioning failures, flooding and limited resources. For more than 900…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Veteran's Day is not until next Wednesday, but a local elementary school got things rolling early. Lynn Haven Elementary held its annual Veteran's Day celebration Thursday morning, honoring local active duty military and veterans. The school's pep squad opened the event, followed-by singing…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Back in 1976, workers at Southern Bell Phone Company buried a time capsule at their Downtown Panama City building, located on East 5th Street, between Luverne and Magnolia Avenues. Thursday, members of the Central Panhandle Pioneer Club dug up the capsule. "This capsule was buried in November…
Locally dense fog is expected tonight followed by a cold front that will bring cooler, drier air and potential frost-like temperatures to the region through next week.
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Lights, Camera, Adoption. That is the theme of this year's Twin Oaks Community Services Adoption Day ceremony. Seven families changed the lives of 11 different children on Thursday. "I've been doing this for nine years, and I still cry at every single adoption. It's just so amazing to see…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Construction on 23 acres near Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport broke ground on Monday. It's going to be the future home of FSU InSPIRE's aerospace research and advanced manufacturing facility. The St. Joe Company donated the land just south of Northwest Florida Beaches Airport…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – News 13 brings you a segment focused on health and fitness on News 13 Midday every Wednesday called “Wellness Wednesday.” This week, Personal Trainer Traycee Green from Pure Platinum was in the studio with News 13’s Chris Marchand to discuss the importance of electrolytes. According to Green…
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) - Historic Downtown Panama City will come alive with music as the Panama City Songwriters Festival invites the community to experience original performances by talented local artists. Artists will hit the stage Nov. 6 and Nov. 7 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and will perform at multiple venues…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - WMBB and our community partners are coming together to make sure every child experiences the magic of Christmas! We are collecting new unwrapped toys for children in need this holiday season with our annual Magical Christmas Toy Drive. All toys will be distributed through our charity partner…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - The Early Learning Coalition of Northwest Florida (ELCNWF) has launched a podcast titled “The Only Adult in the Room” to provide parenting support and early learning knowledge to families. Hosted by Early Learning Coalition of Northwest Florida's Executive Director, Suzan Gage, and Education…
Forecast Overview We’re still looking at a few showers and isolated thunderstorms over the next couple of days, but rain chances should gradually decrease as a cold front moves through on Friday. Once that front passes, cooler and drier air will move into the area, setting us up for a much more comfortable and…
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – Gulf Coast State College will once again play host to the Public Eye Soar Projection and Light Festival for the 13th year in a row. Running from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Nov. 6 and 7, more than 60 projectors positioned throughout the Panama City campus will illuminate the
EDITOR'S NOTE: This story has been updated to reflect new information in the case. CHIPLEY, Fla. (WMBB) - A teenager is now in custody and charged with attempted murder following Wednesday night's shooting. According to the Washington County Sheriff's Office, the shooting happened around 7 p.m. on Highway 90 near…
Editor’s note: The suspect has been apprehended; read the latest story here. WASHINGTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Washington County Sheriff's deputies and the Chipley Police Department are currently searching for a suspect involved in a shooting. The shooting occurred around 7 p.m. Wednesday evening at a West Highway 90…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Eastern Shipbuilding Group is making some major contributions in the construction of a specialized U.S. Navy ship. Huntington Ingalls Industries, or H.I.I, has hired Eastern to build six key structural modular units for the U.S.S. Philadelphia, a San Antonio class amphibious transport dock…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - A couple of weeks ago, some Bay County leaders were urging voters to vote no on Amendment Three. But Amendment Three passed Tuesday night, getting 2% more votes than the 60% needed to change the state constitution. So, what does this mean for the county? Bay County Manager Joel Schubert
A cold front moving through Northwest Florida on Friday is expected to bring cooler temperatures and drier conditions for the weekend following several days of warm, muggy weather and scattered thunderstorms.
WASHINTGON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - During Tuesday night's election, voters in Washington County had the opportunity to vote on a new school board referendum. The referendum passed with just under 70% of voters saying yes. But residents will not see a change in the taxes they pay. "It's a tax-neutral referendum. We will…
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) - The Gulf may be calm one day and dangerous the next. So, it's extremely important for the rescue crews to stay ready and prepared, even during the off season. Bay County Surf Rescue and Panama City Beach Safety and Fire Rescue are spending this week on the water, preparing
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) - The Pregnancy Resource Center on 7th Street has served hundreds in the Bay County community. Last week, center officials announced they're closing, but only temporarily. The Pregnancy Resource Center of Panama City has served hundreds within the Panama City area. But due to disagreements on…
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) - Athletes lined up Wednesday ahead of Saturday's Ironman Florida race to see what's available in Ironman Village. "This is the best part, that's why I'm here so early, I can't wait to get my bag, it's my favorite part," Ironman Participant Dana Leonard said. The village included an…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - A Tallahassee man received the maximum sentence for providing a 15-year-old with drugs and alcohol and sexually assaulting her. 57-year-old Roger Dale Ledbetter was found guilty of lewd and lascivious battery on Sept. 24. On Tuesday, Circuit Court Judge Shonna Gay gave Ledbetter the maximum…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - A Bay County woman was arrested and charged with six counts of animal cruelty following an investigation by the Bay County Sheriff's Office and Bay County Animal Control. On Monday, deputies, in partnership with officials from Animal Control, conducted a follow-up investigation at the…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - A Youngstown woman was killed and a child was seriously injured in a crash on Highway 231. The accident happened shortly before 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Florida Highway Patrol troopers said a sedan driven by a 78-year-old Youngstown woman collided with another car as she turned left onto
Forecast Overview Hazardous boating conditions are expected to continue through this afternoon, while a high risk of rip currents remains in effect for beaches in Walton, Bay and Franklin counties. Another round of rain is expected for the Florida Panhandle today and Thursday as a cold front approaches from the west…
LYNN HAVEN, Fla. (WMBB) – Mosley High School Theatre will present its fall production of Sophocles's classic Greek tragedy, Antigone, through a modern lens. Showtimes are at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 6; 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7; and 7 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 8. This production explores themes of death, war, and suicide
CALLAWAY, Fla. (WMBB) - Callaway has elected two commissioners, one being a familiar face. Bobby J. Birdsell - Ward 1 Elect Ward 1's commissioner, Bobby J. Birdsell, has previously served the city of Callaway for a year when he was nominated to the vacant seat. Since then, Birdsell has focused on making Callaway an…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Dr. John Haley has secured his place on District 3 of the Bay County School Board. Haley thanked the voters, supporters, volunteers, family, and friends who he says helped him win. He says children have been the reason for his journey since the beginning, saying they deserve an excellent…
FLORIDA, (WMBB) - Republican Tricia Berry will be the next representative for Florida House District 6. Berry defeated Democrat Stephanie Lyn Leonard in Tuesday's general election. Her win will also mark a first for the district. Berry will become the first woman to represent District 6 in the Florida House. She will…
FLORIDA, (WMBB) - Republican Austin Rogers is headed to Washington after winning Florida's second congressional district. Rogers defeated Democrat Amanda Marie Green in tonight's election, winning just under 52% of the vote. The seat was open after republican congressman Neal Dunn decided not to seek reelection after…
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
LYNN HAVEN, Fla. (WMBB) - For most coaches, the focus this time of year is on the field, but for Mosley's head soccer coach, Nick Dickinson, there's another battle happening miles away. "We had a son born in January that had a lot of extensive medical problems requiring one open-heart surgery. He had two strokes.
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Florida State University's INSPIRE program has gotten another major boost. The St. Joe Company has donated 23 acres to FSU for a new aerospace research and advanced manufacturing facility. The land is located at St. Joe's Venture Crossing Enterprise Center near Northwest Florida Beaches…
Hazardous boating conditions and high rip current risks will persist in Walton, Bay, and Franklin counties through this afternoon. An approaching cold front is set to bring rain and scattered thunderstorms to the Florida Panhandle on Wednesday and Thursday. While unseasonably warm temperatures will continue through…
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Coastal dune lakes are part of what makes Walton County's coastline something really special. There are only a few of them in the entire world. But there's more to these lakes than what you see on the surface. Their connection to the gulf helps support different types of wildlife, making
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
JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Jackson County commissioners have unanimously approved a proposed five-year capital improvements plan. The plan is required by the state as part of the county's comprehensive plan. "As a part of that process. We get up, we have staff go through their projects and the things that we have…
JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Jackson County has approved a resolution to update fees for the county's building division, community development, and the corrections department. Residents will notice a change in fees for items like building permits, inspections, and development applications. For example, residents will…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - From birdhouses to beach cleanup stations, students from Patronis Elementary are helping the environment one project at a time. Students in Rutherford High School's construction program taught the 5th graders how to build these stations. The beach clean-up stations include a trash can…
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - A Chipley man was sentenced to life in prison Tuesday for molesting a child. According to the State Attorney's Office, Ronald Gene Hawkins, 69, received a life sentence following his conviction of lewd and lascivious molestation of a child under 12 years of age. Chief Circuit Court…
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Those affected by Hurricane Isaias and plan to apply for federal disaster assistance can get help at three Community Resource Registration Points. According to Walton County Emergency Management, personnel from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Florida Division of…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Cyndell Flynn always knew she wanted to help people. At first, she thought her passion was behind the hospital doors, but she later realized it was right here in the classroom. "I was actually going to school to be a nurse as I worked as a pharmacy tech, and then
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) - Several Panama City roads were closed off Sunday morning due to massive flooding. Residents were left shocked, driving through the inches of water. Those who may have had damages are now faced with the most stressful step, insurance coverage. "Immediately contact your agent so they can help…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - A man was arrested in Bay County on Friday for child abuse. The case began when officers responded to Merritt Brown Middle School, discovering the victim making statements of self-harm in front of school staff. The child said that the statements came from his relationship with 48-year-old…
ACROSS THE PANHANDLE, Fla. (WMBB) - With Election Day just one day away, we're taking a look at how many voters have already cast their ballots across the panhandle. According to unofficial turnout numbers these are how the counties rank in terms of voter turnout: Liberty County - 47.32% Gulf County - 37.48% Jackson…
Hazardous boating conditions are expected to persist through Tuesday afternoon due to easterly winds. A cold front arriving Wednesday and Thursday may bring isolated showers or thunderstorms, though the risk for severe weather remains low. By Friday, cooler and drier weather is set to move in, bringing afternoon highs…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - What was once home to coal-fired generating units is now home to one of Florida Power & Light's largest battery storage facilities. The system can store up to 400 megawatts of power for four hours, totaling 1,600 megawatt-hours of electricity. That's enough to power nearly 300,000 homes for…
JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Over the weekend, the Marianna Police Department arrested an individual for possession of a firearm by a felon. It is believed that the firearm was stolen, possibly from an unlocked vehicle. "It's been our experience over the past several years that most of the shootings and stuff and the…
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Two Santa Rosa Beach residents are dead, and one person is critically injured following a traffic crash in Walton County. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a sedan was travelling westbound on U.S. Highway 98, near Casting Lake Road. Around 9:40 a.m. on Monday, the sedan reportedly…
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) - A Panama City man is facing charges of indecent exposure following an arrest on Friday. A Bay County homeowner received a notification from her camera, saying someone was in her backyard. When the homeowner clicked the notification, she saw 77-year-old Joe Thomas Alford. The homeowner…
GULF COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - A Lynn Haven man was arrested for allegedly attempting to solicit a child online. Gulf County Sheriff's Office conducted an undercover investigation posing as children online. During the investigation, they made contact with 40-year-old Joshua Duane McConnon. Despite being aware of the…
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - A traffic crash in Miramar Beach has caused portions of Hwy 98 to shut down. According to the Walton County Sheriff's Office, all eastbound lanes of Hwy 98 have been shut down, and one westbound lane has reopened near What's Up Dog, located east of Silver Sands Premium Outlets. Deputies
WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - The South Walton Fire District officially began its beach safety offseason Sunday. From Nov. 1 through Mar. 1, 2027, lifeguards will operate at reduced capacity. Lifeguard towers have been removed from the beach, though personnel will continue patrolling daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The…
HOLMES COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - A 19-year-old is left dead after their car crashed into a tree on Interstate 10 Sunday. The teen, who was a passenger in the vehicle, was traveling west with 3 others in a black Hyundai Sonato on Interstate 10 near mile marker 113, when the vehicle suddenly left the roadway.
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Panama City residents woke up to flooded roads Sunday morning from early morning rain. Flash flood warnings spiked across Panama City after the area got 5-8 inches of rainfall, according to the Panama City Police Department. Roadways near the Panama City Mall, Callaway and Sam's Club were…
All passengers on board were killed, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.
Florida State University has fired head football coach Mike Norvell effective immediately, university President Richard McCullough announced Sunday afternoon. FSU Athletics Hall of Fame member Rick Stockstill has been named interim head coach while the university conducts a national search for its next head coach. The…
PARKER, Fla. (WMBB) - The Tyndall bridge food truck court held their Halloween bash and grand opening Saturday. A number of food trucks sold food and smiles during the event, with attendees also able to listen to live music for the opening. While in the Halloween spirit, the food truck court also held a trunk
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) - Zooboo is an annual Halloween event that brings families and trick or treaters together to check out all the animals and participate in spooktacular festivities. Attendees dressed up in their costumes to visit the animals and feed some furry friends. "ZooBoo is our favorite event every…
A targeted shooting inside a Spirit Halloween store in Northern California left a pregnant woman dead and six other people wounded, police said. Gunfire rang out at about 8:30 p.m. Friday inside the store, which sells Halloween costumes and decor, at the Solano Town Center in Fairfield, the city police department said…
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Friday was World Lemur Day, and for ZooWorld it was a day of education and honor for the lemurs lost in the zoo fire in January. World Lemur Day is about raising awareness for lemurs and their critical conditions, especially since they're amongst the most endangered species in the world.
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Domestic violence in Florida is any criminal offense resulting in physical injury or death of a family or household member by another household member. That incudes assault, battery, stalking, kidnapping, and false imprisonment, and aggravated charges. "Domestic violence would be it…
Unseasonably warm weather will persist across Northwest Florida into early next week, though rain chances are set to increase this Sunday. Boaters should prepare for hazardous conditions in the Gulf due to gusty easterly winds and elevated seas through the weekend. While skies will clear briefly on Monday, another…
BAY COUNTY Fla. (WMBB)- We've seen several fires across our area in recent days. Just this week, News13 covered a house fire that left a home with extensive damage. And as colder temperatures move in, fire officials say the risk of residential fires is something people should keep in mind. As the weather cools down,
CALHOUN COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - The 50,000-square-foot Calhoun-Liberty Hospital opened in 2025 in Blountstown, replacing an old facility heavily damaged during Hurricane Michael. Now hospital officials say they want to expand services within the building. "The next piece of that was to bring our clinic, which was next…
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - A Washington County mother has been arrested for child neglect after a concerning call to a local school. According to Washington County Sheriff's Office, school staff reported that 29-year-old Angela Anderson had called them, asking if her 6-year-old daughter was at school. The school…
HOLMES COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Voters in Esto were supposed to be going to the polls Dec. 7 to elect four people to the town council. But that's no longer going to happen. Candidate qualifying ended Friday at 2 p.m. with one person qualifying unopposed for each of the four seats. Krystal Bien is the
BAY COUNTY Fla. (WMBB)- A new business owner in parker is using the Halloween holiday as a way to introduce themselves to the community. The food truck court at the foot of the DuPont Bridge, is hosting a Halloween Carnival. Halloween Weekend in Parker is about more than just costumes and candy this year. The
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) - Fun is what everyone looks for on Halloween Night. But staying safe is one of the biggest concerns with the holiday. Bay County Sheriff's officials say that everyone should take precautions before the night begins. "If you're an older kid who wants to go out trick-or-treating, go with groups…
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WMBB) - A Southport man has pleaded guilty in federal court to counts of transportation of child pornography and destruction or removal of property to prevent seizure. John Massimiani III, 66, entered the guilty plea in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida, as announced by…
PORT ST. JOE, Fla. (WMBB) – Get ready for an all-around spook-tacular time as the Ghosts on the Coast celebration returns to Reid Avenue on Saturday for Halloween. Hosted by the City of Port St. Joe and the Gulf County Chamber of Commerce, this free community event will run from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.