March 2026

General News March 24, 2026

Have an eggs-tra special Easter in Panama City Beach

  With spring in full swing and Easter weekend on the horizon, Panama City Beach is gearing up for a lineup of fun and family-friendly events that highlight the vibrant community and beautiful beach setting. Whether you’re visiting for the holiday or live here year-round, these gatherings are perfect   Read More
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General News March 24, 2026

The FCC Approves Another Merger of Local ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC Stations

The Federal Communications Commission has given its official blessing to the transfer of three television station licenses from Allen Media Group to Gray Media, moving one of the broadcast industry’s more closely watched consolidation deals significantly closer to completion, per RBR+TVBR. The FCC’s Media Bureau issued a letter on March 23 granting the transfer of […] The post The FCC Approves Another Merger of Local ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC Stations appeared first on Cord Cutters News. Read More

General News March 23, 2026

Drought conditions worsen with little rain expected

Weather Overview Little to no rainfall is expected over the next week. Because of this, drought conditions across the area will likely continue or even get worse, especially in places already dealing with severe to exceptional drought. Short-Term Forecast (Tonight through Tuesday) A dry cold front will continue pushing through the region tonight. This front […] Read More

General News March 23, 2026

Dozens of homes and vehicles destroyed in Calhoun County wildfire

CALHOUN COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Dozens of Calhoun County residents have been displaced after wildfires broke out over the weekend. Saturday’s wildfires have left 43 residents displaced. 19 dwellings, seven outbuildings, and 15 vehicles or vessels have also been destroyed, plus one reported injury. “That was an individual who had smoke inhalation. They were treated […] Read More

General News March 23, 2026

TDC to vote on Visit PCB President & CEO contract terms

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) – Last week, Bay County Commissioners finalized the hiring of Griff Griffitts as the new president and CEO of Visit Panama City Beach. The TDC board is expected to finalize Griffitts’ contract during a special board meeting on Tuesday. Griffitts will get the top end of the salary range the […] Read More
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General News March 23, 2026

The FCC May Have Just Banned Your Home WiFi Network

The Federal Communications Commission has expanded its Covered List to include all consumer-grade routers manufactured in foreign countries, effectively barring new models of such devices from entering the United States market. The decision, announced Monday, follows a national security determination made by a White House-convened interagency body that concluded foreign-produced routers present unacceptable risks to […] The post The FCC May Have Just Banned Your Home WiFi Network appeared first on Cord Cutters News. Read More

General News March 23, 2026

Remembering Joseph Eiler: a loving and devoted father

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – A local family is grieving an unimaginable loss following a case that unfolded last week. Joseph Eiler was allegedly murdered at his home in Fountain by his girlfriend. “Everything he did was for those girls,” Jolene Kerr, Joseph’s sister, said. That’s how loved ones want Joseph Eiler to be remembered: […] Read More