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The nation’s largest bank was accused of “poor shaming” after a tweet that was meant to be motivational spectacularly backfired Monday.Chase Bank’s social media team sent out a tweet encouraging customers to cut expenses in order to save money, Chicago … (Read More)
Move over, (in)famous Pink Drink. There’s a new, even pinker drink in town. Starbucks announced its summer drink lineup today, and it includes the new “Dragon Drink,” a brightly hued mix of Starbucks’ Mango Dragonfruit Refreshers (fruit juice with mango and dragonfruit … (Read More)
Increased demand for restaurant workers in Panama City after Hurricane Michael leads to summer program
SHALIMAR — Eastern Shipbuilding was cleared for a $20 million shot in the arm today from Triumph Gulf Coast, Inc., when the board approved moving the company’s proposal forward to help with improvements needed at its Nelson Street facility for … (Read More)
Dear Dave,I’ve started following your plan, and I’ve got a beginner emergency fund of $1,000 saved. Now that I’m ready to start paying off debt in Baby Step 2, do you recommend paying off credit card balances before or after … (Read More)
Most turn to coffee or a nap to get an energy boost. Combining the two doesn’t seem to make a lot of sense — how are you supposed to take a nap after chugging a cup of coffee? But science … (Read More)
April 26 is National Pretzel Day because every great food deserves a holiday. And with every food holiday inevitably comes free food.Here’s where you can get a free or discounted pretzel on April 26. Auntie Anne’s. Get a free Original or Cinnamon Sugar … (Read More)
Alternative-rock festival returns to county pier in Panama City Beach
Weekend fills with cool jazz in Panama City Beach
PANAMA CITY — Everyone might be in the same boat after Hurricane Michael, but now we can also be on the same dock — eating fried green beans and Trash Burgers on Massalina Bayou.Kevin and Jeannifer Shea reopened Bayou Joe’s Marina Grill on … (Read More)
Starbucks has installed needle-disposal boxes in its bathrooms in at least 25 U.S. markets over the past few months, reports Business Insider. The international coffee chain has further plans to install the boxes in more franchises across the country this … (Read More)
The rings are gone, but the plaid is here to stay.After nearly 90 years as one of America’s most loved cookbooks, the newest edition of Better Homes and Gardens’ “New Cook Book” just got a refresh. The iconic red plaid … (Read More)
It’s happening. Kit Kat is releasing a new flavor, and it sounds like a winner. The Kit Kat Duos Mint + Dark Chocolate features dark chocolate on the bottom and mint creme on top of the candy bar’s classic wafers.Before this, … (Read More)
Well, hot dog. That’s a lot of dogs — and sausages. This year, baseball fans will snack on 18.3 million hot dogs and nearly 4 million sausages at Major League Baseball ballparks, according to a survey by the National Hot Dog … (Read More)
“Worried, you betcha ya’ …Discouraged, I don’t know;Every time I see a 1040 …Out of my pocket it goes.”“1040 Blues” as performed by Robert Cray Was your recent tax bill dramatically different than what you expected?If so, there are several things … (Read More)
Two more retailers have announced plans to close stores this year.CNN reports Bed Bath & Beyond will shutter 40 locations, while as many as 145 Pier 1 stores could soon go dark, according to TV station WGAL.They join a growing … (Read More)
Warm up for Crawfish Competition in Panama City Beach
I probably drink more coffee than a man in my condition should.And I’ve had it from just about every source in this town at some point. I even did a series of articles about it a few years back, “Quest … (Read More)
Easter Egg Hunt returns Saturday at Schooners in Panama City Beach
These owners hope to get referrals, build a portfolio or get photos and testimonials for their websites. Instead, they wind up with a lot of grief and regrets.
Here’s spring on a Florida plate, Seasons 52 — style.
Next time you open the Starbucks app, things will look a lot different.Starting Tuesday, the Seattle-based coffee chain has revamped its rewards program.Before, it took 125 Stars — points earned on each purchase — to earn any drink or food item … (Read More)
Groups beautify Panama City Beach after Hurricane Michael
Fred’s, a discount chain with locations across the southeastern U.S., said Thursday it will close 159 stores in 13 states.That’s nearly a third of all Fred’s stores.The Memphis, Tenn.-based retailer also announced it would immediately begin clearance sales at another 360 stores … (Read More)
Amazon wants you to know it has lowered prices again at its Whole Foods Market stores.The online retailer last week announced plans to cut prices and began displaying bright orange signs at Whole Foods promising “Same high standards, new lower … (Read More)
‘Panama City Passion Play’ alternative features 2 free performances
Band performs April 26 in Panama City Beach
Dive Club hosts underwater hunt at St. Andrews State Park
Groups beautify Panama City Beach after Hurricane Michael
Panama City Beach water park reopens April 20