WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) -The Walton County Sheriff’s Office arrested five people and impounded numerous vehicles after reckless driving and street racing over the holiday weekend. Deputies are continuing to crack down on these incidents on Highway 98 in Walton County. On Saturday night near Sandestin Boulevard and Highway 98, deputies were assisting a disabled […] Read More

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) – On Monday, ZooWorld opened its doors for the first time since Thursday’s devastating fire that claimed the lives of seven lemurs. Pluto, Mars, Saturn, Jupiter, Neptune, Mercury, and Venus are the ruffed lemurs who succumbed to smoke inhalation. Officials said preliminary findings indicate that the fire likely originated in […] Read More

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – The cold weather didn’t stop crowds from showing out to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday. Several community organizations came together to bring the beloved event back to Panama City in a new way. “The chapter partnered with Rebuild Bay of Florida to bring back what Dr. Martin […] Read More

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Matrix Community Outreach Center is offering Cold Weather Emergency Sheltering at the DeFuniak Springs Community Center on Monday, January 19. The shelter is located at 361 N 10th Street, DeFuniak Springs, Florida, and will be open from 5 p.m. to 7 a.m. for anyone without sufficient heating. Residents are […] Read More

LYNN HAVEN, Fla. (WMBB) – To honor and remember the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the city of Lynn Haven is hosting its annual MLK Festival. On Monday, January 19, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., Sharon Sheffield Park will be full of festivities. This event will have live entertainment, performances from local youth […] Read More

FLORIDA (WMBB) – On Sunday morning, some Panhandle residents woke up to a sight most Floridians don’t expect to see. But what makes Sunday’s snowfall truly special is that it’s the first time on record the Sunshine State saw measurable snow in back-to-back years. “Past events have only occurred about five to seven times over […] Read More

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Dogs and their owners filled the patio at Props Brewery in Freeport on Sunday afternoon, all for a cause that hits close to home. “I love it. And I love to be able to have the dogs have fun, let people meet each other, and make new friends to set […] Read More

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – As discussions over the downtown marina progress, Panama City leaders are inviting the public to weigh in this week. There will be three opportunities for residents, business owners, and stakeholders to help shape what the marina looks like. The charrettes are designed to be hands-on sessions that allow residents to […] Read More

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – On Monday, parts of the Panhandle will be hosting events to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Lynn Haven The City of Lynn Haven will host their annual Martin Luther King Jr. Festival on Monday, January 19. The event will take place at Sharon Sheffield Park from 10 […] Read More

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Matrix COC will be offering cold weather sheltering this Sunday, January 18, from 5 p.m. to 7 a.m for anyone with insufficient or unsafe heating. According to organizers, the shelter will be at the DeFuniak Springs Community Center, 361 N 10th Street. Individuals are encouraged to provide their own […] Read More