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“Red, White, and BBQ” Event Raises Money to End Child Abuse

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – People swarmed to McKenzie Park in downtown Panama City to take part in the “Red, White, and BBQ” Memorial Day Weekend event. The event is hosted by the Gulf Coast Children’s Advocacy Center and the city of Panama City. The proceeds from this event will go towards putting an end to child abuse by helping fund the free services the advocacy center provides.

  Posted On May 30, 2022
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Downtown Business Team Up for United Way Fundraiser

PANAMA CITY, FLA. — Some downtown businesses are hosting a fundraiser and raffle this Saturday, May 28th, to benefit The United Way. The Prominent Goat and Relief Skate Supply have teamed up for a day of art, skateboarding, tattoos, and community support. They’re raising money for several United Way Food Drives in Bay County.

  Posted On May 27, 2022
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Bay Town Trolley Teaming with Feeding the Gulf Coast to ‘Drive Out Hunger.’ How to Donate?

BAY COUNTY  — Bay County transportation officials are shifting gears to fight food insecurity. Bay Town Trolley has partnered with Feeding the Gulf Coast for the “Drive Out Hunger” initiative, setting up food donation boxes throughout the county. The initiative was started last year and gathered enough food and money to donate 26,000 meals to families in need. The donation boxes will be available through June 10, with the goal being to support those struggling in the community and assist with the increased food need leading into the summer months and hurricane season.

  Posted On May 24, 2022
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The Governor Stone Embarks on a New Journey

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) – The St. Andrews community witnessed history in the making Sunday afternoon. The Governor Stone had her ribbon cutting ceremony at St. Andrew School along Bayview Ave. in Panama City. The ceremony served as the starting point for the schooner’s reconstruction efforts. This historic vessel holds a special place in the Gulf Coast community.

  Posted On May 22, 2022
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5th Annual Red Tie Ball

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -Saturday night was the night to grab your dancing shoes and hit the dance floor. Basic Northwest Florida hosted their 5th Annual Red Tie Ball. The organization told NewsChannel 7 they have faced setbacks in the past few years due to Hurricane Michael and COVID but they were back this year. The president and CEO said more than 250 tickets were sold.

  Posted On May 21, 2022
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#TessSTRONG Food Truck Fest to Support Mother’s Against Drunk Driving

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB)– After almost a year of recovering from a tragic car crash that police tell us involved a drunk driver, News 13’s Tess Rowland is celebrating the milestone in her recovery by hosting a local food truck competition that benefits the local community. The #TessStrong Food Truck Fest will take place on May 21 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Carl Grey Park.

  Posted On May 20, 2022
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FSU PC Partners With BDS for ASCENT Program

BAY COUNTY Fla. (WMBB) – It’s going to be a busy summer on the FSU Panama City campus. The college is partnering with Bay District Schools on a new program that will provide public school students with Career Technology Education certifications. It’s called ASCENT and it will benefit both students and teachers. “Information technology degree focusing on career-related fields, specifically focusing on Cybersecurity and STEAM related fields,” ASCENT program manager Suzanne Remedies

  Posted On May 11, 2022
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