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Monthly Archives: July 2019
Pescado Seafood Grill and Rooftop Bar elevates experience
Posted on July 31, 2019 — JAN WADDYROSEMARY BEACH — The view alone led to the creation of Pescado Seafood Grill and Rooftop Bar — looking out over Rosemary Beach rooftops and the Gulf of Mexico calls for elevated cuisine and wine.Owned by Joe Freer, Steven Sapp, Greg … (Read More)
Bill passes committee to renogotiate Panama City Coast Guard shipbuilding contract
Posted on July 31, 2019 — Patrick McCrelessA U.S. Senate committee has approved a bill that would let the U.S. Coast Guard renegotiate its multi-billion-dollar contract with Eastern Shipbuilding Group to construct offshore patrol cutters. Contract modifications are needed to account for labor shortages and rising costs … (Read More)
Gazpacho and friends: Cold soups for a hot summer
Posted on July 31, 2019 — Addie Broyles Austin American-StatesmanWhen a reader emailed me a few weeks ago to request some cold soup recipes for summer, my mind immediately went to gazpacho.Spain’s most famous summer dish, gazpacho is somewhat well-known in America, but it’s not always easy to find.Traditionally, … (Read More)
Beach arts venues, groups aid hurricane recovery
Posted on July 31, 2019 — TONY SIMMONSHaving suffered far less storm damage, Panama City Beach art groups and venues have aided recovery efforts for the hardest hit.
Walton residents petition for Golf Garden purchase
Posted on July 31, 2019 — By Nathan Cobb GateHouse Media FloridaSouth Walton residents hope to persuade the purchase of The Golf Garden property.
Bay County private property Hurricane Michael debris removal deadline Friday
Posted on July 30, 2019 — Patrick McCrelessResidents have until 5 p.m. on Friday to apply for Bay County’s private property debris removal program. Administered by FEMA, the program aims to help people remove Hurricane Michael debris from their properties.
Local couple brings ReefBoards to Panhandle
Posted on July 30, 2019 — By Nathan Cobb GateHouse Media FloridaA local couple is offering a more comfortable way to snorkel in the Emerald Coast. Their plan is to distribute the boards to companies for them to then rent out to customers.
Country artist Christon Birge follows dream
Posted on July 30, 2019 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY BEACH — Country artist Christon Birge has captured the sounds and smells of summer on his latest track — “Sunscreen on You.””I’m not trying to be a puppy mill of songs,” Birge said. “There’s just something about being barefoot … (Read More)
Panama City Steak ‘n Shake the first of 5 to open west of Tallahassee
Posted on July 30, 2019 — JAN WADDYPanama City Steak’n Shake first of five Panhandle locations to open.
10 refreshing dishes that require little (or no) cooking
Posted on July 30, 2019 — Addie Broyles Austin American-StatesmanNuts, cheese, olives, fruit and crackers go a long way toward a meal when it’s the middle of summer.Some of the best hot-weather meals I’ve had this year include a simple mix of sliced hard cheese, a handful of Marcona … (Read More)
Florida beekeeper believes honey bees poisoned, possibly 7 million killed
Posted on July 30, 2019 — By Katie Kustura [email protected]Florida beekeeper Horace Bell said he believes someone is poisoning his honey bees after finding dead bees all over his property near DeLand.
Jin Jin Fusion focuses on fresh sushi
Posted on July 29, 2019 — JAN WADDYClear up confusion over Jin Jin restaurants in Panama City Beach
Hang Five with Chef Thomas
Posted on July 29, 2019 — JAN WADDYPanama City Beach chef shares Mardi Gras Pasta recipe
NWF airports grow together despite unique histories
Posted on July 27, 2019 — Heather OsbourneAll three airport directors said as revenue continues to climb, residents can expect to see more destinations and amenities. The master plans for each airport can be found on its website.
Patients praise new medical cannabis center in PC
Posted on July 27, 2019 — COLLIN BREAUX“I’ve driven for 20 years in a car, so my back is compressed. I was taking about 400 milligrams of ibuprofen a day, sometimes more than that, sometimes 800.“Now I’m off all ibuprofen and just taking Suterra products or medical … (Read More)
IT’S GEEK TO ME: Don’t take a sledgehammer to your computer
Posted on July 26, 2019 — Jeff Werner Daily News ColumnistA user is about to take a sledgehammer to his laptop, which requires several minutes of housekeeping after power up before it begins to function.
Florida community ranked No. 1 in US home starts
Posted on July 26, 2019 — By John [email protected]Two of Florida’s master-planned communities are now ranked at the top for U.S. housing starts.
Get started on National Chicken Wing Day, International Beer Day
Posted on July 26, 2019 — JAN WADDYPair two days in one week with local chicken wings, beer
Florida growth to top 300,000 people a year
Posted on July 25, 2019 — The News Service of FloridaTALLAHASSEE — Florida will continue growing by more than 300,000 people a year and will top 22 million residents in 2022, according to a report posted online this week by state economists.The Demographic Estimating Conference updated population forecasts through April … (Read More)
PLAY LIFE, LIVE GAMES: Slower reflexes make games more difficult
Posted on July 25, 2019 — DUSTY RICKETTSColumnist Dusty Rickettes squares off against Father Time, and we know who’s going to win that game.
Shipwreck, PCB named top 3 by TripAdvisor
Posted on July 25, 2019 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTPANAMA CITY BEACH — TripAdvisor’s 2019 Travelers’ Choice Awards named Shipwreck Island Waterpark and Panama City Beach in the top 3 in their categories.Shipwreck Island Waterpark, 12201 Hutchison Boulevard, ranked top 3 for Best Water Parks in the U.S. Coming in No. 1 was … (Read More)
Florida travel: 10 most scenic waterfront restaurants in Sarasota
Posted on July 25, 2019 — By Wade [email protected]Traveling to Florida means dining by the water. These top 10 scenic waterfront restaurants in Sarasota, Siesta Key and Longboat Key are offering a variety of food from fresh seafood to vegan dishes.
EMPLOYMENT HIGHLIGHT
Posted on July 25, 2019 — Melissa Clemmons The News HeraldThe employee highlighted this week is a quiet and pleasant individual who brings a morale boost to everyone in his work environment. He loves to clean and has extensive experience as a cleaning technician. He enjoys work that is repetitious … (Read More)
PCB lifeguard proposal in 2008 quietly killed, author forced out
Posted on July 25, 2019 — Ed OffleySince his departure as head of Bay Medical Center EMS Surf Rescue Team in 2008, Mike Hudson said, 75 more tourists and locals have drowned in the Gulf of Mexico.
Stephen Fett is the new CEO and president at Panama City Rescue Mission
Posted on July 24, 2019 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTStephen Fett was appointed officially to Panama City Rescue Mission
The only two margarita recipes you will ever need
Posted on July 24, 2019 — Addie Broyles Austin American-StatesmanEditor’s note: A version of this story was originally published on July 19, 2016.Have you ever wondered why rocks margaritas tasted more alcoholic than frozen margaritas? Or whether one had more overall ice and water than the other?You’ll note that … (Read More)
RECIPE: Tequila and lime zest add a kick to this paloma-inspired tart
Posted on July 24, 2019 — Addie Broyles Austin American-StatesmanIf margaritas aren’t your thing, or maybe you’re looking for a sweet treat to bring to a summer party, check out this tart from “Decadent Fruit Desserts: Fresh and Inspiring Treats to Excite Your Senses” by Jackie Bruchez (Page Street Publishing, … (Read More)
Pickle pizza? Join the craze with these 2 pickle-centric recipes
Posted on July 24, 2019 — Addie Broyles Austin American-StatesmanIt’s a good time to love pickles, and you either get this pickle craze or it sounds crazy.Pickle-lovers can buy pickle juice by the bottle, along with pickle-flavored chips, almonds, sunflower seeds, frozen pops and even sparkling water, new products … (Read More)
Beach officials say full lifeguards still unaffordable
Posted on July 23, 2019 — Ed OffleyBay County and Panama City Beach officials and business leaders are trying to protect tourists on a Florida vacation but they say the money isn’t there.