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General News January 28, 2026

MLK rec center fee decision postponed until next meeting

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – While the community is still celebrating the opening of the MLK Rec Center, Panama City commissioners continue to weigh options for its membership fees. They were set to finalize the membership and rental fees at Tuesday’s commission meeting, but are instead considering new proposals. The Bay County NAACP presented the […] Read More

General News January 28, 2026

St. Andrews to get new landscaping with $50K FDOT beautification grant

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Panama City leaders approved a new beautification project in St. Andrews. A $50,000 FDOT grant will upgrade the landscaping along Beck Avenue from 10th to 15th Street. It’s in addition to an existing $500,000 beautification grant from FDOT. Similar improvements have already been made in Millville and portions of Business […] Read More

General News January 28, 2026

Panama City backs FDOT’s pedestrian safety plan for Harrison Ave. near Bay High

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Some long-awaited pedestrian safety measures are coming to the Bay High School campus. Following concerns from teachers, parents, and administration, FDOT officials proposed safety improvements to Harrison Avenue between 12th and 13th Streets. Tuesday night, Panama City officials voted to support FDOT in making the improvements. The improvements include realigned […] Read More

General News January 28, 2026

Walton County halts Eastern Lake development after community pushback

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Eastern Lake will remain preserved after Walton County commissioners unanimously voted to abandon plans for a proposed development project. The lake is one of Walton County’s coastal dune lakes, valued for its ecological significance and rarity. “I want to thank each and every one of you because I know this […] Read More

General News January 28, 2026

Jackson County selects its new county attorney

JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Over the last few months, the Jackson County Board of County Commissioners has been searching for its next county attorney. Interviews were held back in January to give the board a chance to hear from each candidate. On Tuesday, the board decided to rank the candidates one more time before […] Read More

General News January 28, 2026

Country Music Singer & Songwriter Phil Vassar “Thankful To Be Alive” Following Massive Heart Attack & Stroke

Country Singer & Songwriter Phil Vassar Says He’s “Thankful” To Be Alive Phil Vassar, country music singer, songwriter and pianist, explains he is “so thankful” to be alive following a massive heart attack and stroke. Most well-known for writing some of country’s biggest hits including Tim McGraw’s “My Next Thirty Years,” Jo Dee Messina’s “Bye, […] More Country Music Nation  Read More

General News January 28, 2026

Another Chilly Night with a Weekend Cold Blast

🥶 Heads Up: Cold Nights Ahead! There’s a chance of a hard freeze tonight and again Wednesday night, especially away from the coast. That means temps could dip into the mid-20s in some spots. ❄️Make sure to protect the 4 P’s: People, Pets, Plants, and Pipes 🧍🐶🌱🚰. This stretch of cold weather can be tough […] Read More

General News January 27, 2026

Bay County CTE expo highlights student career opportunities

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – From healthcare and culinary arts to HVAC and information technology, students from across Bay District schools packed the CTE Expo, getting a first-hand look at possible careers. “You allow these opportunities to happen. So, to build, to grow, some may not know what they want to do, and that’s fine, […] Read More
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General News January 27, 2026

Jeopardy! Admits a Massive Mistake That Caused a Contestant to Lose a Chance to With The Tournament of Champions

Jeopardy! has made an unusual decision to grant a contestant a future spot in the Tournament of Champions after acknowledging an error in judging a crucial response during a recent competition. The development centers on Stella Trout, a skilled player from Houston, Texas, who had advanced through the Champions Wildcard series but ultimately fell short […] The post Jeopardy! Admits a Massive Mistake That Caused a Contestant to Lose a Chance to With The Tournament of Champions appeared first on Cord Cutters News. Read More