30A Breaking News

JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – A serious wreck involving an ATV occurred in Jackson County on Tuesday evening. It happened around 6:00 p.m. Tuesday at the intersection of Gardenview Road and Tennessee Street in Alford. News13 was told that a 39-year-old male was the one responsible for wrecking the ATV, causing it to roll down […] Read More

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – New statewide stormwater management rules are delaying progress on the Glenwood Town Center. Back in July, Panama City officials granted the Sankofa Group the development agreement for the town center. The plans include apartments, a grocery store, and eventually townhomes. The Sankofa Group was given six months to develop a […] Read More

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Panama City leaders are considering a new grant program that may help incentivize new development. CRA board members say they’ve received multiple requests from property owners, residents, and businesses for assistance with demolition and site preparation activities within the CRA districts. Now they’re moving forward with a redevelopment site preparation […] Read More

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The family of one of the victims of Monday’s fatal crash in Franklin County has set up a GoFundMe in her honor. Jaylyn Fehr was a high school junior at Horizon Christian Academy in Forsyth County, Georgia. Fehr was a member of the school’s volleyball team, a devoted member of […] Read More

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The long-awaited Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge grand opening is set. The lounge, which used to be located in Pier Park, is now located at the former Spinnaker’s Beach Club property. The new location was brought about by a deal between Spinnaker owner, Sparky Sparkman, and Toostie’s owner, Steve Smith. It was […] Read More

A high risk of wildfires is present in southwest Georgia and the eastern Florida Panhandle due to strong winds, low humidity, and dry vegetation. A Red Flag Warning is in effect until 7 PM CDT, and outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. The windiest conditions are expected on Wednesday, with wind gusts reaching advisory levels. The combination of strong winds and very dry ground means that any fires that start could spread quickly. Little to no rain is expected through early next week, which means drought conditions are likely to get worse. Read More

GULF COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Charlie Kirk Way street sign is back up in Gulf County.Sheriff’s officials say it was stolen just over a month ago, along with a stop sign. They believe some spring breakers staying in Gulf County, stole the signs at around midnight on March 5. They’re also suspected of vandalizing […] Read More

SPRINGFIELD, Fla. (WMBB) – It’s a project years in the making, one that city leaders say represents recovery and a fresh start. Springfield officials cut the ribbon on the new city complex, a centralized hub that now houses the police department, fire department, city hall, and the public works building. “Everything’s here. You know, you […] Read More