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LONDON — Walmart is selling its British unit, Asda, to local rival Sainsbury’s for 7.3 billion pounds ($10.1 billion), a deal that lets the world’s largest retailer focus on online sales in countries where it has stronger growth prospects and … (Read More)
“I think when it builds it will develop, with more people traveling to it, into what we need it to be: one of the weekends that solves the problem of not having to go back to something the community’s ashamed … (Read More)
LYNN HAVEN — Mortenson Chiropractic recently was named “Business of the Quarter” by the city of Lynn Haven for the first quarter of 2018. The city’s Economic Development director, Ben Janke, presented a plaque to Dr. Dale Mortenson, owner of Mortenson … (Read More)
Tip of the WeekIf your car suddenly has booming wind noise inside when you open the moonroof or sunroof the fix is easy and costs you nothing.Moonroofs and sunroofs are growing in size and sophistication. With the winter season about … (Read More)
Board members said Friday the rules have “a constricting effect” on what they are able to do.
The cap, written into law in 2017, limits each provider to 25 dispensaries statewide. Trulieve had planned to open several Panhandle locations in its second round of 25.
In a term sheet approved Friday, the port has agreed to create 250 new jobs over three years in its expansion project as one of the conditions of receiving a $10 million Triumph grant.
“It’s a part of growth,” PCB Councilman Phil Chester said. “It’s great, and it shows what direction the beach is headed.”
“It is big news for the Shores of Panama, which has really had a black eye for 10 years,” Counts-Oakes President Andy Phillips said.
Port St. Joe restaurant overlooks St. Joseph Bay.
YETI denied it targeted the NRA, saying it had eliminated “a group of outdated discounting programs” for a “number of other organizations.”
Name, Age: Chris Choat, 31Years bartending: 3 yearsBar location: The Office at Ms. Newby’sFavorite drink to make: “Smoked Old Fashioned.”What’s the most sold drink in the bar? “It’s a pretty good mix here, but I’d say Tito’s, Soda and Lime.”When someone … (Read More)
Those who have wanted a “non-county” option, this is for you.
Name: Larry Eppler, Executive Chef of By the Sea ResortsRestaurants: Shrimp Boat Restaurant (with accompanying House of Bourbon, Barefoot Oyster Bar and Barefoot on the Bay), 1201 Beck Ave., in St. Andrews; Barefoot on the Beach and Barefoot Hide-A-Way on Front Beach … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Thunder Beach will mark its 20th spring rally with a series of free concerts, poker runs and parades, stunt shows, light shows and more starting Wednesday, May 2.The official Thunder Beach Kickstart Party will be from 7 … (Read More)
Owners James Sickler and Jennifer Marshall closed the shop, 801 S. Pier Park Drive, on Feb. 19, and reopened it on March 9 after they decided to leave the Red Brick franchise, Sickler said.
Many factors are to blame for America’s relatively-new “permanent underclass.”
BAY COUNTY — The job market appears to be improving in Bay County as the unemployment rate continues to decline.The unemployment rate for Bay County was down to 3.7 percent in March, compared to 4.2 percent in March 2017. The … (Read More)
Tip of the WeekThe colder weather is fleeting, flowers are blossoming and the grass is just a little greener, which means spring is finally here. While most of your time will be spent preparing your home, clothes and family calendars … (Read More)
Homes across the Panhandle: What $500,000 homes look like across Northwest Florida
PANAMA CITY BEACH — A new fast-food restaurant focused on health-conscious options will open this week at Pier Park.Freshii, a franchise based in Canada, opened its doors March 31 but will host a grand opening celebration Monday at the new … (Read More)
Key players in the Spring Break controversy share their thoughts three years later.
PANAMA CITY — The Bay County League of Women Voters and the Solar United Neighbors of Florida will host an informational meeting Monday on solar co-ops.A solar co-op is a group of homeowners and businesses whose combined purchasing power can … (Read More)
Currently, adults 18-59 are required to work part-time or agree to accept a job if they’re offered one. Stricter rules apply to able-bodied adults without dependents between the ages of 18 and 49, who are subject to a three-month limit … (Read More)
Of more than $1.53 billion for which Bay County is eligible, the county so far has been paid $18.7 million.
The permit request sought a commercial marina consisting of a 560-foot dock with six pontoon boat slips extending onto Lake Powell and an on-shore facility housing restrooms, marine storage facilities and parking lot.
“I’m not part of that anymore and I feel great,” he said. “Drivers look at me with a look of longing, and I know what they’re thinking: ‘He’s probably on vacation. I need a vacation.’”
PANAMA CITY BEACH — People brought their chairs, hats, shades and ears to the start of the 20th annual Seabreeze Jazz Festival at Aaron Bessant Park on Thursday.Carol and Buddy Billiot of Carriere, Mississippi, will celebrate their 44th wedding anniversary … (Read More)
Your future employee is a woman who is a dependable team player looking to obtain satisfying, long-term employment. She is prompt, dependable, kind and courteous and has a strong desire to be the best she can be.She would like to … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — The Shrimp Boat Restaurant is hard to miss at Smith’s Yacht Basin overlooking St. Andrew Bay, but inside the landmark, By the Sea Resorts further aims to elevate the dining experience.”My goal here, and the reason I came, … (Read More)