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BP funnels money to Panhandle so it can lure tourism dollars Published: 08/18/10 10:40:48
Photos of the Obamas in Panama City Beach Published: 08/16/10 09:45:31
Obama swims in Panama City Beach, says beaches open for business Published: 08/16/10 09:18:20
BP's claims' process expected to be revamped within two weeks Published: 08/13/10 10:04:03
BP's claims' process expected to be revamped within two weeks.
The Boston lawyer hired by BP and the White House to dole out $20 billion to businesses and individuals impacted by the massive Gulf of Mexico oil disaster will take over BP's much-maligned claims system in just two weeks.
BP's claims' process expected to be revamped within two weeks.Ken Feinberg promised today that he will begin issuing payments to individuals within 24 hours of getting the Gulf Coast Claims Facility up-and-running on Aug. 23. Business owners will start getting checks within seven days after,
BP's claims' process expected to be revamped within two weeks. From The Palm Beach Post News.
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Incoming Paymaster for Spill Claims Outlines Changes to BP’s System Published: 08/13/10 09:53:24
Incoming Paymaster, Kenneth Feinberg, Claims Outlines Changes to BP’s Claim System
Kenneth Feinberg, the independent administrator appointed by President Barack Obama to oversee compensation for the Gulf oil spill, on Tuesday described broad changes to BP's claims system that he will put in place when he takes over the process on August 23, 2010. From Pro PUblica Reporting Network.
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From the Capital: House Avoids Offshore Drilling Ban Published: 07/20/10 13:31:01
The Florida House of Representatives, at approximately 12:45pm Eastern voted to adjourn without taking up the proposal to allow voters of Florida to consider a constitutional admendment to ban oil drilling..
The Florida House of Representatives, at approximately 12:45pm Eastern voted to adjourn without taking up the proposal to allow voters of Florida to consider a constitutional admendment to ban oil drilling in Florida waters. Governer Crist had called the special session to allow this proposed amendment to the state constitution to be included in the next election.
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Good News for Gulf Turtles Published: 07/07/10 17:10:42
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and FedEx have teamed up to help sea turtles by shipping their eggs away from coastal areas impacted by the gulf oil spill.
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and FedEx have teamed up to help sea turtles by shipping their eggs away from coastal areas impacted by the gulf oil spill. Nests containing sea turtle eggs will be shipped to the Atlantic coast in FedEx Custom Critical air-ride, temperature controlled vehicles starting in mid-July. Click here for more information from Fedex News.
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Feinberg Said to Weigh Six-Month Payments for Spill Victims Published: 06/30/10 09:15:21
Feinberg Said to Weigh Six-Month Payments for Spill Victims
The administrator of the fund for victims of BP Plc’s Gulf of Mexico oil spill may approve initial payments equal to six months of reimbursement after criticism that the company was making the disbursements too slowly, according to a person familiar with the matter.
From Bloomberg Businessweek, Feinberg Said to Weigh Six-Month Payments for Spill Victims
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Moratorium claim situation varies depending on whom you talk to, and when Published: 06/30/10 09:05:45
According to an article at NOLA.com, moratorium claim situation varies depending on whom you talk to, and when.
According to an article at NOLA.com, moratorium claim situation varies depending on whom you talk to, and when.
After a day of reversals and mixed signals, it appeared that the White House and the man President Barack Obama named to preside over the BP victims compensation fund were at odds over whether workers idled by the administration's six-month moratorium on deepwater drilling were eligible to apply for a piece of that $20 billion.
Read More at NOLA.com.
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Offshore Drilling Foes to Stage Global Demonstrations Published: 06/24/10 16:02:48
Kenneth Feinberg to Strip Clubs: Don’t Count on Me Published: 06/22/10 23:41:10
That was the message from BP claim czar, Ken Feinberg, when I asked him what he thought about the “Mimosa Dancing Girls” strip club petitioning for relief from the BP’s $20 billion escrow fund. The club says it lost business to the spill because Gulf fishermen can’t afford to come anymore.
I’m dubious about that claim. I’m very dubious about that claim,” Feinberg said. “But I don’t want to prejudge any individual claim and I think we will study this and decide how attenuated claims can be that will be eligible or ineligible for compensation under this independent facility.”
From ABC news: Kenneth Feinberg to Strip Clubs: Don’t Count on Me
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Earning trust is biggest obstacle in disbursing $20 billion BP escrow fund Published: 06/22/10 23:36:17
Earning trust is biggest obstacle in disbursing $20 billion BP escrow fund. Feinberg begins to discuss claims system.
Feinberg flew to Mississippi and Louisiana on Friday to get started. He began by surveying the mess and meeting with governors. On Monday, he is scheduled to go to Houston to talk to BP executives. The company has already received an estimated 50,000 claims. Tens of thousands more could come its way.
From Washington Post (with link to CBS video) Earning trust is biggest obstacle in disbursing $20 billion BP escrow fund
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For Gulf Victims, Mediator With Deep Pockets and Broad Power Published: 06/22/10 23:19:09
'Once the leak stops and final payments can be determined, claimants who accept a check will have to sign a release in which they agree not to sue BP, Mr. Feinberg said. Those whose claims are rejected can appeal to a three-judge panel that he has yet to name. '
Feinberg, who lives outside Washington, immediately began traveling to the gulf states last week to talk with governors and residents. Mr. Feinberg, a 64-year-old lawyer, is trying to build a multistate operation from the network of claims offices that BP hurriedly established after the April 20 explosion of its leased rig and the disastrous leak that followed.
From the New York Times: For Gulf Victims, Mediator With Deep Pockets and Broad Power
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Oil spill stirs study, debate over health impacts Published: 06/21/10 19:29:50
Public health officials and scientists will be gathering in New Orleans this week to talk about whether any health problems could be caused by the Gulf oil spill.
Public health officials and scientists will be gathering in New Orleans this week to talk about whether any health problems could be caused by the Gulf oil spill.
Oil spill stirs study, debate over health impacts
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Tired of waiting for BP, Florida towns plan to fight oil alone Published: 06/16/10 00:26:40
Tired of waiting for BP, Florida towns plan to fight oil alone
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Tired of waiting for BP, Florida towns plan to fight oil alone.
"There are peace-time rules and there are war-time rules,'' said Destin City Councilman Jim Wood, as he watched yellow boom being laid across the emerald green and light blue waters of Norriego Point Beach. "Right now we're at war to protect our beaches.''
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Crisis point man tells BP to say more about claims Published: 06/10/10 15:16:34
Workers begin getting money from BP -- but will it be enough? Published: 06/08/10 09:43:43
LMRP Cap attempt now failed, back to Tophat Published: 06/03/10 09:21:47
BP announced Wednesday it had abandoned its latest plan to use a massive diamond wire cutter to cut the pipe spewing oil.
According to a CNN report, BP has abandoned its original plan to use a diamond wire cutter that its engineers had hoped would cleanly cut the riser pipe spewing oil into the Gulf of Mexico. It will instead use a more effective, if less precise, cutter, the federal government's point man on the disaster said Wednesday. . . Because the rougher surface left by that cut will not accommodate the tight seal needed for installation of the lower-marine riser package, engineers will use the "top hat" instead, BP drops diamond saw; 'top hat' plan back
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Effort to contain Gulf oil stalls with stuck saw Published: 06/02/10 11:52:39
The risky effort to contain the nation's worst oil spill hit a snag Wednesday when a diamond-edged saw became stuck in a thick pipe on a blown-out well at the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico.
The risky effort to contain the nation's worst oil spill hit a snag Wednesday when a diamond-edged saw became stuck in a thick pipe on a blown-out well at the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico. Effort to contain Gulf oil stalls with stuck saw
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Spill grew, BPs credibility faded Published: 05/30/10 10:04:53
At nearly every step since the Deepwater Horizon exploded more than a month ago, causing the worst oil spill in U.S. history, rig operator BP PLC has downplayed the severity of the catastrophe in the Gulf of Mexico.
At nearly every step since the Deepwater Horizon exploded more than a month ago, causing the worst oil spill in U.S. history, rig operator BP PLC has downplayed the severity of the catastrophe in the Gulf of Mexico.
read more at As Spill Grew, BPs credibility faded
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Top kill has failed and will be abandoned Published: 05/29/10 18:18:31
At press conference 5/29/10, at 5:12 pm central time, Unified response announces that top kill procedure has failed and will be abandoned.
At press conference still onging (5/29/10, at 5:20) pm central time, Unified response announces that top kill procedure has failed and will be abandoned. The next attempt will be an LMRP Cap. This will take at least 4 days to attempt. In the meantime, the oil still flows.
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Allen claims friday that the flow has stopped Published: 05/28/10 09:32:01
Admiral Thad Allen claims friday that the flow from the oil spill has stopped, but, BP says it will be 48 hours before success of top fill attempt is known.
Admiral Thad Allen claims friday that the flow from the oil spill has stopped, but, BP says it will be 48 hours before success of top fill attempt is known.
read more at MSNBC: U.S. Official: Flow from Oil Spill Has Stopped
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BP begins 'top kill' method to try to plug gusher Published: 05/26/10 15:40:18
BP begins 'top kill' method to try to plug gusher
BP on Wednesday launched its latest bid to plug the gushing well in the Gulf of Mexico by force-feeding it heavy drilling mud, a maneuver known as a "top kill" that has never before been tried 5,000 feet underwater.
The oil giant's chief executive earlier gave the procedure a 60 to 70 percent chance of working, and President Barack Obama cautioned Wednesday there were "no guarantees."
read more at Yahoo News: BP begins 'top kill' method to try to plug gusher
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Topfill attempt to stop the oil spill begins Published: 05/26/10 14:35:48
According to the Deepwater Horizon Unified Command, Federal On-Scene Coordinator Rear Admiral Mary Landry and the Unified Area Command, acting on the validation of government scientists and in consultation with the National Incident Commander Admiral Thad Allen, have given approval to proceed with the top kill operation today to stop the flow of oil from the MC252 well in the Gulf of Mexico.
The procedure is intended to stem the flow of oil and gas and ultimately kill the well by injecting heavy drilling fluids through the blow out preventer on the seabed, down into the well.
BP began the operations at 1:00 p.m. (CDT).
According to the Deepwater Horizon Unified Command, Federal On-Scene Coordinator Rear Admiral Mary Landry and the Unified Area Command, acting on the validation of government scientists and in consultation with the National Incident Commander Admiral Thad Allen, have given approval to proceed with the top kill operation today to stop the flow of oil from the MC252 well in the Gulf of Mexico.
The procedure is intended to stem the flow of oil and gas and ultimately kill the well by injecting heavy drilling fluids through the blow out preventer on the seabed, down into the well.
BP began the operations at 1:00 p.m. (CDT).
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BP readies another attempt at stopping oil spill Published: 05/26/10 12:28:22
Tootsie's celebrates Nashville connection Published: 05/24/10 12:14:41
Tootsie's celebrates Nashville connection. Southwest Airlines' Nashville flight brings country legend to PCB
Tootsie's celebrates Nashville connection. Southwest Airlines' Nashville flight brings country legend to PCB. FromWalton Sun.
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Southwest Airlines Begins Service to Panama City Beach Published: 05/24/10 12:06:54
BP chose a less-expensive, less-reliable method Published: 05/23/10 11:59:18
New Airport Holds Hope for Region Published: 05/19/10 20:04:34
An Atlanta Journal-Contstituion interview with St. Joe Co. Chief Executive Britt Greene .
An Atlanta Journal-Contstituion interview with St. Joe Co. Chief Executive Britt Greene .
New Airport Holds Hope for Region
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Satellite Image of Oil Spill Encounter Loop Current. Published: 05/18/10 11:53:32
Worry that Gulf oil spreading into major current Published: 05/17/10 10:24:11
BP said Monday it was siphoning more than one-fifth of the oil that has been spewing into the Gulf for almost a month, as worries escalated that the ooze may reach a major ocean current that could carry it through the Florida Keys and up the East Coast. This may take it away from Panama City Beach, but will be bad news for the rest of Florida.
BP said Monday it was siphoning more than one-fifth of the oil that has been spewing into the Gulf for almost a month, as worries escalated that the ooze may reach a major ocean current that could carry it through the Florida Keys and up the East Coast.
This may be good news for Panama City Beach, but bad news for the rest of Florida and perhaps even the Atlantic Coast.
Worry that Gulf oil spreading into major current.
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Subsea Dispersant Use Now Approved Published: 05/15/10 16:16:34
Whitehouse wants increased industry liability in oil spill Published: 05/12/10 19:53:14
The White House asked Congress Wednesday to raise limits on BP's liability for the Gulf oil spill, approve new spending on everything from food stamps (for oil spill victims) to seafood inspections and increase taxes on oil companies for an emergency cleanup fund.
The White House asked Congress Wednesday to raise limits on BP's liability for the Gulf oil spill, approve new spending on everything from food stamps (for oil spill victims) to seafood inspections and increase taxes on oil companies for an emergency cleanup fund.
The administration wants to increase from $1 billion to $1.5 billion the amount that could be spent from an emergency cleanup fund paid with industry fees, and raise a $75 million liability limit BP would bear for costs not directly connected to cleaning up the spill, such as lost wages and tourism.
From the associated press. WH wants increased industry liability in oil spill
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NOAA Emergency Fisheries Rule Published: 05/12/10 10:16:37
On May 11, 2010, NOAA Fisheries Service filed an emergency rule to establish a protocol to more quickly and effectively revise the closing and opening of areas affected by the BP oil spill. This rule is effective May 11, 2010.
On May 11, 2010, NOAA Fisheries Service filed an emergency rule to establish a protocol to more quickly and effectively revise the closing and opening of areas affected by the BP oil spill. This rule is effective May 11, 2010. Click here for information on the rule
To obtain coordinates of the closed areas at any time go to http://sero.nmfs.noaa.gov/deepwater_horizon_oil_spill.htm
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New article series begins on oil spill claims Published: 05/11/10 16:27:31
pcbenews.com began today a series of articles to help the residents and businesses of Panama City Beach understand the various aspects of oil spill claims.
PCBeNews.com published today the first in a series of articles to help the residents and businesses of Panama City Beach understand the various aspects of oil spill claims. Understanding Oil Spill Claims
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Five Minutes of Fame Fridays Starts Tomorrow! Published: 05/06/10 12:56:12
Wanna be a Big Star? Show up at Dockhoppers from 5:30 til 7:00 tomorrow.
Wanna be a Big Star? Show up at Dockhoppers from 5:30 til 7:00 tomorrow. Five Minutes of Fame Fridays.
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As oil spill lingers in Gulf of Mexico, seafood prices could begin to rise Published: 05/06/10 12:05:36
TampaBay.com says as oil spill lingers in Gulf of Mexico, seafood prices could begin to rise
Restaurateurs and retailers are poised for seafood prices to spike as the oil slick in the Gulf of Mexico spreads and settles. Consumers should anticipate spending more for shrimp and oysters first, and perhaps grouper and other fish later. Read more at TampaBay.
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Boat Race update Published: 05/06/10 11:59:35
Update from the International Jet Sport Boating Association. Plans still on.
International Jet Sport Boating Association says:
Over the past few days we have had numerous inquiries about what is going to happen with the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
We wanted to reassure anyone planning on attending the May 15-16 race in Panama City Beach, Florida that we are working with the local officials on a contingency plan for the event weekend.
Panama City Beach officials told us today that "it is business as usual - all parties involved are keeping a close eye on the situation."
UWP proposed today to local officials to identify an alternative race site in the event that the beach is closed. Please check the Bay County, Florida official website for up-to-date information on the oil spill www.baycountyFL.gov.
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Cobia shows up in large numbers, and proportions along Florida panhandle Published: 05/06/10 11:51:52
Cobia shows up in large numbers, and proportions along Florida panhandle.
Scanning the nearshore waters of Panama City Beach from the tower of his 22-foot bay boat, captain Greg Burnett watched a pod of porpoises chasing a panicked-looking kingfish.
But amid the predators and prey, this veteran Florida Panhandle guide noticed a shape beneath the surface that didn't look much like either one.
On impulse, Burnett cast a large jig to the brownish blob.
Read More at the Bellingham Herald
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Turtle nesting season has begun Published: 05/06/10 11:45:31
Turtle nesting season has begun. Nesting season for sea turtles in Florida and Georgia began Saturday with loggerheads, the region's most common turtle, poised to be named an endangered species.
Turtle nesting season has begun. Nesting season for sea turtles in Florida and Georgia began Saturday with loggerheads, the region's most common turtle, poised to be named an endangered species.
From Miami Herald
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Gulf Spill May Be Worse Than Storms, Landowners Say Published: 05/06/10 11:38:52
May 4 (Bloomberg) -- BP Plc’s burgeoning oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico may hurt property owners more than any storm as sludge threatens to wreak long-term damage on the region’s most valuable asset: its environment.
May 4 (Bloomberg) -- BP Plc’s burgeoning oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico may hurt property owners more than any storm as sludge threatens to wreak long-term damage on the region’s most valuable asset: its environment. From Bloomberg Businessweek
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For North Florida fishermen, passion and livelihood at stake Published: 05/06/10 11:22:43
For North Florida fishermen, passion and livelihood at stake.
For North Florida fishermen, passion and livelihood at stake
Panhandle fishermen fear the massive oil slick, and a 10-day federal ban on fishing will kill their livelihood.
Read Miami Herald article
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Be wary of oil spill damage payment offers! Published: 05/05/10 00:39:51
Although you may hear that oil spill damage payments are available, be very wary of taking any payments or entering into any deals with BP, Transocean, Haliburton, or any entities acting on their behalf.
Although you may hear that oil spill damage payments are available, be very wary of taking any payments or entering into any deals with BP, Transocean, Haliburton, or any entities acting on their behalf. Their hope is that people will take small payments and release all future claims. It is way too early to know the full extent of claims you may have. Anyone considering accepting a damage payment should seek legal advice before signing anything.
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Fla DEP Response Website for Deepwater Horizon Published: 05/03/10 21:37:42
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has been designated the lead state agency for responding to potential impacts of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill along Florida’s shoreline. This website will serve as the primary location for updates and information on response actions and impacts to the state of Florida.
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has been designated the lead state agency for responding to potential impacts of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill along Florida’s shoreline. This website will serve as the primary location for updates and information on response actions and impacts to the state of Florida.
www.dep.state.fl.us/deepwaterhorizon/
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Bay County in state of emergency Published: 04/30/10 16:12:03
Florida Gov. Charlie Crist has declared a state of emergency in several Panhandle coastal counties because of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
Florida Gov. Charlie Crist has declared a state of emergency in several Panhandle coastal counties because of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
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NOAA's Deepwater Horizon Incident News Published: 04/30/10 10:21:45
NOAA's Deepwater Horizon Incident News
The IncidentNews website provides publicly available information related to oil and hazardous material spills, both current and historical. It is developed and maintained by NOAA's Emergency Response Division (ERD), which is part of NOAA's Office of Response and Restoration (OR&R). ERD was formerly known as the Hazardous Materials Response Division, or HAZMAT.
NOAA's Deepwater Horizon Incident News
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Numbers to Call re Oil Spill Problems Published: 04/29/10 20:41:19
For Oil coated or injured wildlife - 1-866-557-1401; For Spill related damage 1-800-440-0858; Oil on land 1-866-448-5816. (thanks to David Pleat for this info.)
Here are some numbers to call if you observe any of these problems from the oil spill:
For Oil coated or injured wildlife - 1-866-557-1401; For Spill related damage 1-800-440-0858; Oil on land 1-866-448-5816. (thanks to David Pleat for this info.)
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World Famous Overnight? Published: 04/28/10 22:41:27
Five Minutes of Fame Fridays
In the entire history of humankind, only in the last decade or so can one human, due to some incredible act, become known and appreciated by a significant number of people the world over within 24-36 hours. Bring your incredible act to Dockhoppers Friday May 7th and take your shot at it. Five Minutes of Fame Fridays
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Panama City Beach Teacher Quoted in Business Week Published: 04/07/10 00:07:39
In an article addressing the newly passed Florida SB6 and HB7189, Breakfast Point Academy teacher Holly Allain says....
In an article addressing the newly passed Florida SB6 and HB7189, Breakfast Point Academy teacher Holly Allain, one of the many teachers who gathered at the state Capitol in protest, says "I'm here to fight for my kids, for the teachers I work with." To read more about the bill and how it affects our local teachers click here for the article.
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Paragliding Event May 6-9th at Edgewater Beach Resort Published: 03/26/10 16:39:00
The 2nd Annual Beach Blast paragliding event will be held at Edgewater Beach Resort this May.
The 2nd Annual Beach Blast paragliding event will be held at Edgewater Beach Resort this May. According to CrossCountry magazine the first event drew over 300 people and this year's Beach Blast promises to be "even bigger and better." The event will feature choreographed shows, clinics and equipment for sale and rent. Pilots and observers mark your calendars May 6-9th. For more information visit http://www.xcmag.com.
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"Wine is the most civilized thing in the world." -EH Published: 03/08/10 19:23:48
Carillon Beach is alive this weekend with artists, wine, ice-sculpting, cook-offs, wine, brunch, live music, wine, beautiful views, wine, ocean breezes and... uh wine.
"Wine is the most civilized thing in the world." ~ Ernest Hemingway
Carillon Beach is alive this weekend with artists, wine, ice-sculpting, cook-offs, wine, brunch, live music, wine, beautiful views, wine, ocean breezes and... uh wine. With temperate spring weather finally gracing our area the Wine Over Water Event will take place this Friday, Saturday and Sunday just west of Panama City Beach at the Village of Carillon Beach. This year's featured artist is Dominique Williams, whose impressionist-style paintings will be available for viewing along Market Street with various other local artists. Area sommeliers will demonstrate wine pairings and over 50 wines will be available during the Grand Wine Tasting. For a full schedule of events go to http://wineoverwater.net.
"I have lived temperately....I double the doctor's recommendation of a glass and a half of wine each day and even treble it with a friend."
~ Thomas Jefferson
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NASA Scientist Believes Earth Day Shorter Because of Chile Earthquake Published: 03/03/10 08:11:43
Richard Gross, a research scientist at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory reports Tuesday, March 2nd that the recent 8.8 earthquake in Chile 'may have changed the entire Earth's rotation and shortened the length of days on our planet..'
Richard Gross, a research scientist at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory reports Tuesday, March 2nd that the recent 8.8 earthquake in Chile 'may have changed the entire Earth's rotation and shortened the length of days on our planet...by 1.26 milliseconds.'
According to an article from Yahoo! News, Gross used a computer model to determine the quake's effects on the Earth's figure access. "The figure axis is the axis around which the Earth's mass is balanced. It is offset from the Earth's north-south axis by about 33 feet (10 meters)." For more information about this startling find view this article.
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St. Joe Company Experiences 4th Quarter Loss, Depends on New Airport Published: 02/25/10 09:09:06
An article from Businessweek.com reports that St. Joe's "fourth-quarter loss more than doubled" last year.
An article from Businessweek.com reports that St. Joe's "fourth-quarter loss more than doubled" last year. The St. Joe Company deals heavily in real estate sales and has been affected by Florida's volatile housing market of the past few years. The Businessweek.com article further states that "St. Joe is banking on the success of a venture near a new airport in Panama City." Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport is scheduled to open May 23rd, 2010 and offer discounted airfare to cities such as Nashville, Houston, Baltimore and Orlando. For more information visit st. Joe's website at www.joe.com
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Seabreeze Jazz Festival in Pier Park Published: 02/17/10 13:56:39
On Friday April 16th the Seabreeze Annual Jazz Festival in Pier Park will kickoff at 3:00pm. The fun begins at Borders with a meet and greet. Admission will be free and it promises to be a great time for all Jazz fans. Start shaking your groove thing at 6:00......
On Friday April 16th the Seabreeze Annual Jazz Festival in Pier Park will kickoff at 3:00pm. The fun begins at Borders with a meet and greet. Admission will be free and it promises to be a great time for all Jazz lovers. Start shaking your groove thing at 6:00 pm in the Outdoor Amphitheater with performances from Fourplay, Steve Oliver, Jessy J, BK Jackson and many more. On Saturday night don't miss the afterparty at Reggae J's where The Sax Pack will be performing and Reggae J's is sure to have $3.00 rum punch, yum. On Sunday April 18th performances will be from 10:00am-8:00pm and then Pier Park must say goodbye to the Jazz Festival, until next year. For more information about the upcoming event go to http://www.seabreezejazzfestival.net. Hope to see you there.
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Bracket and Grudge Racing Event Saturday and Sunday. Published: 01/29/10 17:13:39
Racing event and 'test and tune sessions' to be held off of 231 at the Panama Beach Raceway
Test and tune sessions, bracket racing and grudge racing will all be featured in this weekend's event. "Everyone is welcome to join in the fun" according to the Raceway website. The gates open at 1pm Saturday and 'high noon' Sunday. Visit http://panamabeachraceway.com for details.
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Concert for Haiti in Pier Park Published: 01/29/10 08:43:53
City of Panama City Beach and Local Chapter of the Red Cross to Host Concert for Haiti
Saturday, February 20th, the Panhandle Chapter of the American Red Cross hosts an all day Concert for Haiti. From 10am to 6pm bands Bitter Sweet, Tony Vegas Group, Steve Wiggins Band and Curt McCarty will play at the Pier Park Ampitheatre to raise money for the recent earthquake victims in Haiti. To read more about this upcoming event: http://PierParkHaitiConcert.com
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Upcoming Songwriter's Festival to Feature Shawn Mullins and Chely Wright. Published: 01/10/10 11:59:00
Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend will be full of performing singers and songwriters all along Highway 30A near Panama City Beach and Destin.
This coming Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend will be full of performing singers and songwriters all along Highway 30A near Panama City Beach and Destin. The inagural 30A Songwriter's Festival will begin Friday, Jan 15th at 7:00 p.m. and continue through the weekend to Sunday afternoon. Performers such as Shawn Mullins and Chely Wright will take the stages of local bars and restaurants along scenic Highway 30A. Tickets are $20 per day or $40 for a weekend pass. For more information about the festival and a list of all scheduled performers visit http://30asongwritersfestival.com/.
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January 16th Panama City Pops Concert and Fundraiser Published: 01/07/10 10:46:18
1st Battle of the Batons presented by the Panama City Pops at Arnold High School.
The Battle of the Batons, presented by Panama City Pops Orchestra, will feature guest conductors with local celebrity status. Rep. Jimmy Patronis, WJHG anchor Paris Janos, and Bagel Maker owner, Jim Hayden will compete for the title of best conductor and the opportunity to conduct the last song of the evening and the Pops next concert. More information can be found at Foster Folly News.
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High Surf Advisory Published: 12/24/09 10:11:38
Dangerous Rip Currents today and Friday on Panama City Beach
High Surf Advisory
Bay (Florida)
COASTAL HAZARD MESSAGE
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE TALLAHASSEE FL
525 AM EST THU DEC 24 2009
...A HIGH SURF ADVISORY IS NOW IN EFFECT FOR BAY...GULF...AND
COASTAL WALTON COUNTIES FROM NOON CST TODAY UNTIL 6 PM CST ON
FRIDAY...
...THERE IS A HIGH RISK OF RIP CURRENTS TODAY AND FRIDAY ALONG
ALL OF THE FLORIDA PANHANDLE AND WESTERN BIG BEND BEACHES...
.WINDS ARE ALREADY INCREASING OUT OF THE EAST-SOUTHEAST OVER THE
COASTAL WATERS EARLY THIS MORNING OUT AHEAD OF A DEVELOPING LOW
PRESSURE SYSTEM OVER TEXAS. AS THIS LOW CONTINUES TO STRENGTHEN
AND MOVE NORTHEASTWARD INTO THE LOWER MISSISSIPPI VALLEY LATER
TODAY AND THIS EVENING...WINDS WILL FURTHER INCREASE OUT OF THE
SOUTHEAST THIS AFTERNOON...BEFORE SHIFTING TO THE SOUTH THIS
EVENING AND THEN SOUTHWEST OVERNIGHT. ON FRIDAY...AFTER THE COLD
FRONT AND SQUALL LINES PASS THROUGH THE REGION...WINDS WILL BECOME
WEST TO WEST-NORTHWEST AND SLOWLY DIMINISH THROUGH THE DAY. THESE
STRONG WINDS WILL CAUSE SURF TO BUILD RAPIDLY ACROSS THE AREA
BEACHES TODAY...WITH BREAKING WAVES REACHING AS HIGH AS 5 TO 7
FEET AT THE WALTON AND WESTERN BAY COUNTY SHORE LINES THIS
AFTERNOON. SURF HEIGHTS ARE EXPECTED TO PEAK IN THE 7 TO 9 FOOT
RANGE WITH HIGHER SETS OVER THESE SAME AREAS TONIGHT...BEFORE
SUBSIDING BACK TO 5 TO 7 FEET WITH HIGHER SETS ON FRIDAY. AT THE
BEACHES OF SAINT GEORGE AND DOG ISLANDS IN FRANKLIN COUNTY...
BREAKERS WILL REACH 3 TO 5 FEET THIS AFTERNOON...PEAKING AT 4 TO
6 FEET WITH HIGHER SETS TONIGHT...BEFORE DIMINISHING TO 2 TO 4
FEET ON FRIDAY. THIS HIGH SURF WILL CREATE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS RIP
CURRENTS...AND EVEN THE MOST EXPERIENCED SWIMMERS AND SURFERS ARE
ADVISED TO STAY OUT OF THE WATER. ALSO...SOME MINOR BEACH EROSION
WILL BE POSSIBLE DUE TO THE HIGH SURF...BUT TIDAL DEPARTURES ARE
EXPECTED TO REMAIN QUITE LOW WHICH SHOULD PROHIBIT ANY MAJOR
COASTAL FLOODING...WITH THE POSSIBLE EXCEPTION OF THE MORE
VULNERABLE ROADS SUCH AS STATE ROAD 30E WHICH LEADS TO THE SAINT
JOSEPH`S STATE PARK.
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Independent Film made in Panama City Beach and surrounding area. Published: 12/21/09 13:07:53
Uncle Ernie's, Miss Newby's and Shrimp Boat featured in Independent Film "Born and Raised"
An articlein the California Chronicle discusses the independent film recently shot in the Panama City and Panama City Beach area. More information can be found on the film's website: bornandraisedmovie.com/film.html
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Panama City Beach Setting for New Novel Published: 12/16/09 13:10:50
Author, Tim Dorsey, writes about Panama City Beach in his latest novel. Set during Spring Break, a review from publishersweekly.com states "As usual, Dorsey leavens the slapstick humor with intriguing bits of Florida historical lore."
Author, Tim Dorsey, writes about Panama City Beach in his latest novel. Set during Spring Break, a review from publishersweekly.com states "As usual, Dorsey leavens the slapstick humor with intriguing bits of Florida historical lore." Click here to read the full review.
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Green Method of AC Cleaning Published: 12/16/09 11:39:15
Green AC Cleaning used in a Panama City Beach business.
Local business, Chataeu Motel, uses green AC cleaning company and sees reduction in bill. Business owner expects his practice can create green jobs if approved by Washington. Read More
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Beach Dog Parks Listed Published: 12/11/09 16:08:40
Listing of Dog Parks in the Panama City Beach area.
Petswelcome.com blogs about dog-friendly beaches and parks in Panama City Beach.
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Officials beef up police presence for spring break Published: 12/11/09 08:51:50
Panama City Beach officials plan to spend $25,000 to hire off-duty state troopers who will help patrol college students visiting north Florida for spring break next year.
Mayor Gayle Oberst says the funds will help cover the time, per diem and housing for 24 troopers who will help the local force. The money will also go toward covering the cost of using state patrol cars.
Oberst says the community is trying to encourage good behavior from spring break attendees and doesn't want to dissuade any college students from visiting. But she says the community wants them to remember to control themselves.
from
Officials beef up police presence for spring break -an AP article in the Miami Hearald
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Fire Weather Warning Published: 12/10/09 08:34:36
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON EST (11 AM CST) TODAY TO
6 PM EST (5 PM CST) THIS AFTERNOON FOR MOST OF THE FLORIDA
PANHANDLE AND WESTERN FLORIDA BIG BEND DUE TO LONG DURATIONS OF
RELATIVE HUMIDITY LESS THAN 35 PERCENT...
URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE TALLAHASSEE FL
309 AM EST THU DEC 10 2009
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON EST (11 AM CST) TODAY TO
6 PM EST (5 PM CST) THIS AFTERNOON FOR MOST OF THE FLORIDA
PANHANDLE AND WESTERN FLORIDA BIG BEND DUE TO LONG DURATIONS OF
RELATIVE HUMIDITY LESS THAN 35 PERCENT...
...A FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH
FRIDAY AFTERNOON FOR THE FLORIDA BIG BEND AND PANHANDLE DUE TO
POSSIBLE LONG DURATIONS OF RELATIVE HUMIDITY LESS THAN 35 PERCENT...
.A COLD FRONT WILL MOVE THROUGH THE REGION THIS MORNING WITH RAIN
ENDING FROM WEST TO EAST. MUCH DRIER AIR WILL MOVING INTO ALL BUT
THE SOUTHEAST PORTION OF THE FORECAST AREA WITH SEVERAL HOURS OF
LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY THIS AFTERNOON. THE DRY AIR MASS WILL REMAIN
IN PLACE THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON WITH POTENTIALLY LONG DURATIONS
OF LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY. INCREASING MOISTURE AND RAIN CHANCES WILL
PRECLUDE RED FLAG CONCERNS THIS WEEKEND.
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Point Washington mentioned in Civil War history blog. Published: 12/06/09 11:09:04
Nearby Point Washington mentioned in Civil War history blog.
Located just north of U.S. 98 between Panama City Beach and Destin, Point Washington is a charming bayou community blessed with beautiful views, ancient oak trees shrouded with Spanish moss and an array of historic sites. Point Washington mentioned in Civil War history blog.
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WKGC To Broadcast Entire Metropolitan Opera Season Published: 12/06/09 10:48:44
WKGC begins a new season of Saturday matinee broadcasts of the Metropolitan Opera exclusively on its new Classical Music channel.
WKGC begins a new season of Saturday matinee broadcasts of the Metropolitan Opera exclusively on its new Classical Music channel – HD2. The 24/7 channel is dedicated to fans of classical music and opera with no interruptions, and unlike satellite radio, it is completely free with no monthly subscription fees . . . from Foster Folly News.
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Bobby Bowden to move to 'Panama City Beach-Destin area' Published: 12/05/09 16:09:56
Bowden has a beach home in the nearby Panama City-Destin, Fla., area, and that's probably where he and wife Ann will settle next year, according to NCAA Football Fanhouse blog.
Bowden indicated on his local television call-in show Thursday night that he won't be affiliated with the university in any way for the immediate future and plans to move from Tallahassee, Fla., following the Seminoles' bowl game. Bowden, 80, announced Tuesday he's stepping down after 34 seasons. . . Bowden has a beach home in the nearby Panama City-Destin, Fla., area, and that's probably where he and wife Ann will settle next year, according to NCAA Football Fanhouse blog
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Local Reporter Honors Bobby Bowden Published: 12/02/09 20:00:20
Coastal Flood Warning Published: 12/02/09 00:18:34
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING TONIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING FROM
WALTON COUNTY TO THE SUWANNEE RIVER...
COASTAL HAZARD MESSAGE
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE TALLAHASSEE FL
357 PM EST TUE DEC 1 2009
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING TONIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING FROM
WALTON COUNTY TO THE SUWANNEE RIVER...
...HIGH SURF WARNING TONIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING FOR
WALTON...BAY AND GULF COUNTIES...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY TONIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING FOR
FRANKLIN COUNTY...
.A STRENGTHENING LOW PRESSURE SYSTEM WILL TRACK NORTHEAST ACROSS
THE CENTRAL GULF COAST TONIGHT. WINDS WILL VEER FROM EAST TO SOUTH
TONIGHT AND INCREASE...REACHING GALE FORCE LATE TONIGHT AND WEDNESDAY
MORNING. THESE STRONG ONSHORE WINDS WILL PILE WATER INTO APALACHEE
BAY AND GENERATE HIGH SURF ALONG THE FLORIDA PANHANDLE COAST.
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COASTAL WALTON-BAY-GULF-
257 PM CST TUE DEC 1 2009
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO 6 AM CST THURSDAY...
...HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
MIDNIGHT CST WEDNESDAY NIGHT...
A COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO 6 AM CST THURSDAY. A HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM
MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO MIDNIGHT CST WEDNESDAY NIGHT.
THE SURF WILL INCREASE RAPIDLY TONIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
MORNING...REACHING 7 TO 10 FEET WEDNESDAY...WITH HIGHER SETS UP TO
12 FEET POSSIBLE. THE RUN UP FROM THESE LARGE BREAKING WAVE MAY
CAUSE BEACH EROSION AND COASTAL FLOODING...INUNDATING VULNERABLE
COASTAL ROADS. WATER LEVELS WILL BE 1 TO 2 FEET ABOVE NORMAL
TONIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY...WITH MAXIMUM TIDES REACHING 3 TO
4 FEET.
BELOW ARE SELECTED TIMES OF HIGH AND LOW TIDE ON WEDNESDAY
DECEMBER 2ND AND THURSDAY DECEMBER 3RD...
ST. ANDREW BAY...
WEDNESDAY...LOW TIDE AT 646 AM CST...HIGH TIDE AT 833 PM CST.
THURSDAY...LOW TIDE AT 754 AM CST.
EAST PASS (DESTIN)...CHOCTAWHATCHEE BAY...
WEDNESDAY...LOW TIDE AT 802 AM CST...HIGH TIDE AT 939 PM CST.
THURSDAY...LOW TIDE 910 AM CST.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A COASTAL FLOOD WARNING MEANS THAT FLOODING IS OCCURRING OR
IMMINENT. COASTAL RESIDENTS IN THE WARNED AREA SHOULD BE ALERT
FOR RISING WATER...AND TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION TO PROTECT LIFE
AND PROPERTY.
A HIGH SURF WARNING INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS...BATTERING WAVE
WILL POUND THE SHORELINE. THIS WILL RESULT IN BEACH
EROSION...VERY DANGEROUS SWIMMING CONDITIONS...AND DEADLY RIP
CURRENTS.
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Flood Watch Includes Bay County Published: 12/02/09 00:06:22
FLOOD WATCH
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE TALLAHASSEE FL
346 PM EST TUE DEC 1 2009
FLOOD WATCH
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE TALLAHASSEE FL
346 PM EST TUE DEC 1 2009
...A FLASH FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM EST (9 PM
CST) THIS EVENING UNTIL 1 AM EST (MIDNIGHT CST) THURSDAY MORNING
FOR SOUTHEAST ALABAMA THE EASTERN FLORIDA PANHANDLE SOUTHWESTERN
GEORGIA AND THE WESTERN FLORIDA BIG BEND...
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Fire Watch Published: 11/26/09 12:15:49
...A FIRE WEATHER WATCH IS IN EFFECT FRIDAY AFTERNOON FOR ALL OF
THE FLORIDA PANHANDLE AND BIG BEND FOR POSSIBLE LONG DURATIONS OF
LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY...
URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE TALLAHASSEE FL
450 AM EST THU NOV 26 2009
...A RED FLAG WARNING IS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM EST /NOON CST/ THIS
AFTERNOON TO 6 PM EST /5 PM CST/ THIS EVENING FOR ALL OF THE
FLORIDA PANHANDLE AND BIG BEND EXCEPT FOR DIXIE AND LAFAYETTE
COUNTIES DUE TO EXPECTED LONG DURATIONS OF LOW RELATIVE
HUMIDITY...
...A FIRE WEATHER WATCH IS IN EFFECT FRIDAY AFTERNOON FOR ALL OF
THE FLORIDA PANHANDLE AND BIG BEND FOR POSSIBLE LONG DURATIONS OF
LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY...
.DISCUSSION...A MUCH DRIER AIR MASS WILL FILTER INTO THE REGION
TODAY THROUGH FRIDAY. AS A RESULT...MINIMUM AFTERNOON RELATIVE
HUMIDITIES WILL DROP BELOW CRITICAL LEVELS OVER OUR FLORIDA ZONES
WITH THE EXCEPTION OF LAFAYETTE AND DIXIE COUNTIES. CRITICAL
DURATIONS OF LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY ARE LIKELY ACROSS ALL FLORIDA
ZONES FRIDAY AFTERNOON.
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CALHOUN-GULF-FRANKLIN-GADSDEN-LEON-JEFFERSON-MADISON-LIBERTY-
WAKULLA-TAYLOR-
450 AM EST THU NOV 26 2009 /350 AM CST THU NOV 26 2009/
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM EST /NOON CST/ THIS
AFTERNOON TO 6 PM EST /5 PM CST/ THIS EVENING...
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FRIDAY AFTERNOON...
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN TALLAHASSEE HAS ISSUED A RED FLAG
WARNING...WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM EST /NOON CST/ THIS
AFTERNOON TO 6 PM EST /5 PM CST/ THIS EVENING. A FIRE WEATHER
WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FRIDAY AFTERNOON.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A RED FLAG WARNING MEANS THAT CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS
ARE EITHER OCCURRING NOW...OR WILL SHORTLY. LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY
WILL ENHANCE FIRE GROWTH POTENTIAL.
A FIRE WEATHER WATCH MEANS THAT CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS
ARE POSSIBLE. LISTEN FOR LATER FORECASTS AND POSSIBLE RED FLAG
WARNINGS.
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Greenville SC jealous of our airport Published: 11/17/09 09:19:00
An article at Greenvilleonline.com expresses jealousy of Panama City's ability to attract Southwest.
An article at Greenvilleonline.com expresses jealousy of Panama City's ability to attract Southwest Airlines.
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Tuberculosis Case at Arnold Published: 11/17/09 08:48:44
A person at Arnold High School in Panama City Beach has an active case of tuberculosis.
A person at Arnold High School in Panama City Beach has an active case of tuberculosis. For more information, contact the Bay County Health Department TB program at 872-4720, ext. 1300. There will be an informational meeting for parents with questions on Thursday at 6:00 p.m. in the Arnold High School media center. Read more from wmbb.com.
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A perfectionist's perfect first Ironman Published: 11/13/09 11:59:59
Last Saturday, Huntersville's Kelly Fillnow ran a marathon in 3:23:47, a time fast enough to qualify her for Boston by more than 16 minutes
A Perfectionist's First Ironman - Last Saturday, Huntersville's Kelly Fillnow ran a marathon in 3:23:47 (at Ford Florida Ironman in PCB), a time fast enough to qualify her for Boston by more than 16 minutes.
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Ironman participant's account Published: 11/13/09 11:45:13
Information Assurance Symposium Published: 11/11/09 13:03:14
Oil Drilling Opposition Published: 11/11/09 12:52:55
MIssing Alligator? Published: 11/11/09 12:45:41
Short Video of Ida Published: 11/10/09 14:23:54
Spring Ridge Launches a New Residential Community Published: 11/10/09 11:44:30
Spurred by Emerging Economy, Spring Ridge Launches a New Residential Community.
Spurred by Emerging Economy, Spring Ridge Launches a New Residential Community in Florida Panhandle, according to press release.
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Jax Surfers in PCB Published: 11/10/09 11:36:37
Ida brings wind and flood warnings Published: 11/10/09 05:54:34
Preparing for Launch! Published: 11/06/09 19:41:48
Preparing for our Dec 1 Launch
We are prepared to launch pcbenews.com on December 1, 2009. Great info and great fun for locals and tourists at Panama City Beach, Florida.
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