PANAMA CITY — Glassmaking was America’s first industry and the classic art of glass blowing hasn’t changed much in the 400 years since the colonies were established. Now the historical art has found a home in one of Downtown Panama City’s historical buildings as another eclectic business blows new life into Harrison Avenue.
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) – The 400 block of Grace Avenue is about to be completely revamped. “We want to create culture and diversity that isn’t existent in other areas,” John Fifteen Five’s Lacy Counts said.
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) – Panama City officials are honoring local and nationally known African Americans with banners. “These flags give us a real portrait of Black America and their contributions to this country,” former Callaway Commissioner George Smith said.
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) — Voting is underway for the Mayor for St. Andrews, but this isn’t your typical election. The 5th Annual Salty Dog Day is approaching, and many candidates are in the race. More than a dozen dogs are in the running for canine Mayor of St. Andrews for this year.
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB)– If you’re looking for a way to recognize Black History month, the City of Panama City has a way for you to do that. The city is hosting a traveling Rosa Parks exhibit called ‘Tired of Giving In’.
PANAMA CITY Fla. (WMBB) — Residents are helping to create some memories and make history, along with staff from the History Class Brewing Company in downtown Panama City. History Class Creative Director Eric Darnell and his staff wanted to get the community involved in a mural at the bar entrance, and they said what better day than Superbowl Sunday.
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) – Panama City Pipes and Drums started a weekly tradition on Saturday. The bagpipe band will be making an appearance in Downtown Panama City for the next few Saturdays.
PANAMA CITY — The story of Hawk Massalina, an early African American pioneer in Bay County, is the stuff of legends. But for author, coach and motivational speaker Willie Spears, Massalina was the subject of old family stories.
PANAMA CITY — The Press, 310 Harrison Ave., is open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. seven days a week. The drink menu includes pour-over coffee (hot or iced), espresso, Cappuccino, Americano, lattes, hot chocolate, teas and frappes. The food menu includes fresh crepes and pastries, a curated collection of charcuterie, and more.
MILLVILLE, Fla. (WMBB) — Local businesses, farmers and community members have a new location to sell their goods at the Millville Farmers Market every Thursday, from 5 to 8 p.m. The market started toward the end of 2020, and organizers said they are looking forward to the next year and providing the Millville area with local resources.
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB)– The Florida Roots Futbol Club held its first of three scheduled tryouts for its new National Premier Soccer League team on Sunday. “Doesn’t matter how old, how young, they’re all welcome to try out, so we’re excited,” Florida Roots Owner and President Jonathan Hammond said.
ST. ANDREW’S, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) – The Panama City Publishing Company wanted its December exhibit to remind people of Christmas. “You think about Christmas, a lot of people think about trains and little villages,” said Panama City Publishing Company’s Nancy Hudson. “So the combination worked together for us to do this exhibit now.”
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) — As the New Year approaches, Downtown Panama City is making sure 2020 ends with a bang. Harrison Avenue was closed off for the evening as people enjoyed live music, restaurants, and vendors as everyone celebrated New Year’s Eve.
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) — After months of renovation, the Historic Sapp House in Downtown Panama City is starting a new chapter. In 2019, it was bought by a team of local investors with the intent of turning the home into a community gathering place for residents and visitors.
Bay County’s airport continues to withstand the effects of COVID-19, while inching toward completing its master plan to map out future development. According to information provided during a recent Airport Authority meeting, passenger traffic at Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) was down only about 20% for November compared to November of last year.