BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The fraud and grand theft charges against a top tourism executive in Bay County, Aaron Lee, have many residents curious about his qualifications. Aaron Lee was hired as Visit Panama City Beach’s Vice President of Administration in April of 2024. He was responsible for financial oversight, accounting practices, internal controls, […] Read More

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) -‘Morgan Marine’ is helping Walton County Emergency Services expand their incident support and mobile command capabilities. The company, which works in emergency management scenarios, donated a 2013 E-One Heavy Rescue vehicle, valued at more than $755,000. Walton County officials plan to use it as a major incident support unit, helping crews […] Read More

Zach Top Performed The Acoustic Version Of “When You See Me” In His Garage For many Americans, the garage is where tools are stored and where many handyman projects begin. While country artist Zach Top likely stores his guitars elsewhere, for climate control purposes, that doesn’t mean that the garage is off limits as a […] More Country Music Nation  Read More

Crestview begins major facilities overhaul With $30M bond approval Collin Bestor January 22, 2026 12:07 pm Crestview CRESTVIEW — Crestview’s City Council voted Jan. 12 to authorize up to $30 million in bond financing through the Florida Municipal Loan Council to fund major capital projects, including renovations to Fire Station No. 3 and construction of a new public works complex, as city leaders begin a long-term facilities upgrade plan without raising property taxes.   The council approved Resolution 2026-09 on a 3-0 vote, with two members absent, after City Manager Jessica Leavins said the borrowing would be repaid using non-ad valorem revenues rather than property taxes and would provide flexibility to finance multiple projects over time.   “This plan that is before you is the plan that we discussed back in the summertime that does not include any changes to the ad valorem rate,” Leavins told council members. “These are non-ad valorem dollars that will be repaying this bond.”   Leavins said the $30 million amount is a “not to exceed” cap and does not require the city to borrow the full amount. The resolution authorizes the city to enter into a loan agreement with the Florida Municipal Loan Council.   Councilman Shannon Hayes backed the resolution, saying the city should act now rather than wait for inflation to increase costs.   “If you wait till later, you’re going to pay more,” Hayes said. “That’s just regardless inflation.”   Mayor Pro Tem Doug Capps also supported the measure, describing it... Read More