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August 3, 2020 — TONY SIMMONSFWC extends Lionfish Challenge to Nov. 1
Category Archives: Beach Insider
Discover 10 ways to keep kids entertained, engaged
Posted on July 23, 2020 — The News HeraldPANAMA CITY BEACH — As the dog days of summer wind down, there’s still time for families to make the most of their time together — and even learn new skills.”We know the recent events of the world have taken … (Read More)
Discover 10 ways to keep kids entertained, engaged
Posted on July 23, 2020 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY BEACH — As the dog days of summer wind down, there’s still time for families to make the most of their time together — and even learn new skills.”We know the recent events of the world have taken … (Read More)
Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam postponed due to COVID-19 pandemic
Posted on July 17, 2020 — TONY SIMMONSLabor Day event put off until March 2021
A young player ’well bestowed’
Posted on July 14, 2020 — TONY SIMMONSArnold student actor garners international recognition
Offshore anglers seeing red
Posted on July 8, 2020 — By Frank Sargeant Special to The News HeraldRed snapper season highlights July angling action
Pitching In
Posted on July 6, 2020 — TONY SIMMONSBeach cleanup efforts continue despite pandemic
Return to the Gulf
Posted on July 1, 2020 — TONY SIMMONSGulfarium releases rehabbed sea turtles
Freedom Rocks
Posted on July 1, 2020 — TONY SIMMONSCOVID-19 limits Fourth of July celebrations along the Gulf Coast
Your Day of Zen
Posted on June 16, 2020 — TONY SIMMONSEvent promotes happiness, health, balanced lifestyle
Cruise the beach at Florida Jeep Jam
Posted on June 10, 2020 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY BEACH — The fifth annual Florida Jeep Jam is gearing up for Father’s Day weekend.The annual event for Jeep enthusiasts features special events and vendors, as well as supporting local charities. The pre-party begins at 6:30 p.m. June … (Read More)
June fishing heats up
Posted on June 9, 2020 — By Frank Sargeant Special to The News HeraldAs the coasts reopen, fishing looks good across the Panhandle
Pro Watercross returns
Posted on June 8, 2020 — TONY SIMMONSNational tour hits the waves at Sharky’s on Panama City Beach
SkyWheel reopens in Panama City Beach
Posted on June 3, 2020 — JAN WADDYSkyTrail Ropes Course remains closed
Saltwater fishing: FWC expands reef fish angler program
Posted on June 3, 2020 — JAN WADDYState Reef Fish Survey effective July 1
WonderWorks to reopen Friday
Posted on May 27, 2020 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTNew health, safety measures in effect.
Splash down at Shipwreck Island
Posted on May 20, 2020 — TONY SIMMONSWater park reopens with season passes on sale
Gulf Coast Jam announces full lineup
Posted on May 14, 2020 — JAN WADDY20 top acts join Luke Bryan, Brad Paisley, Lynyrd Skynyrd
Opening in phases
Posted on May 7, 2020 — TONY SIMMONSPANAMA CITY BEACH — Gov. Ron DeSantis has allowed a phased reopening of businesses and public areas, including some state parks. Here is what’s happening in our area:STATE PARKSEffective May 4, Camp Helen State Park at 23937 Panama City Beach … (Read More)
Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam announces headliners
Posted on May 5, 2020 — JAN WADDYTickets on sale for Panama City Beach festival
Turning the Tide
Posted on April 28, 2020 — TONY SIMMONSBay County’s beaches reopen to the public for limited hours
Florida Jeep Jam crawls to June
Posted on April 23, 2020 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY BEACH — The fifth annual Florida Jeep Jam has been moved from May to Father’s Day weekend.“With many events all over the country and especially in our area having already been canceled, we didn’t want that to happen … (Read More)
Gulf Coast Jam offers first responder ticket
Posted on April 16, 2020 — JAN WADDYTickets go on sale May 5 for Labor Day weekend festival in Panama City Beach
The show must go on(line)
Posted on April 13, 2020 — TONY SIMMONSMIRAMAR BEACH — At Emerald Coast Theatre Co., when one curtain falls, another rises.They are following CDC guidelines and have closed their physical doors at 560 Grand Blvd. in Miramar Beach because of the COVID-19 crisis. However, ECTC has remained … (Read More)
April Angling Action
Posted on April 13, 2020 — By Frank Sargeant Special to The News HeraldThe best month for Panhandle fishing arrives
Author explores the long goodbyes
Posted on March 26, 2020 — TONY SIMMONSLocal author Craig Bush’s new novel explores the ways we say goodbye.
Fall of the Magic Mountain
Posted on March 25, 2020 — TONY SIMMONSPANAMA CITY BEACH — Time, as J.R.R. Tolkein told us, devours all things — even beats high mountains down.Time finally caught up with the Magic Mountain on Front Beach Road this month. Originally constructed in the 1950s, it grew famous … (Read More)
Find out what’s open, closed or canceled in Panama City Beach
Posted on March 19, 2020 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY BEACH — The coronavirus pandemic is an ever-evolving situation with area businesses and event promoters quickly reacting to new guidelines from the government and CDC regarding social distancing.As of Thursday morning, Bay County’s sandy beaches were open to … (Read More)
Find out what’s open, closed or canceled in Panama City Beach
Posted on March 19, 2020 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY BEACH — The coronavirus pandemic is an ever-evolving situation with area businesses and event promoters quickly reacting to new guidelines from the government and CDC regarding social distancing.As of Thursday morning, Bay County’s sandy beaches were open to … (Read More)
CORONAVIRUS: 2020 SandJam canceled
Posted on March 17, 2020 — The News HeraldNext rock festival set for April 23-25, 2021, in Panama City Beach