General News

Cold weather emergency shelter opens in DeFuniak Springs

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Matrix COC announced the opening of its cold-weather emergency shelter on Sunday evening at the DeFuniak Springs Community Center, 361 N 10th Street. Organizers said they will be open from 5 p.m. to 7 a.m., and individuals are encouraged to provide their own transportation. Local law enforcement partners assist […] Read More


Christmas Market Fundraiser for the Arc

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Art at Camelot is a partner of the Arc of Washington & Holmes counties. They offer art classes for the clients. This year, they are also helping coordinate a Christmas market fundraiser. “We have a market that everybody is being invited to, the Arc clients, and this is specifically for […] Read More

Thousands watch Panama City’s 39th annual Boat Parade of Lights

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Panama City’s boating community is lighting up the waters for the 39th annual boat parade of lights. 38 boat participants decked out their vessels with lights and themed them for the holidays. The parade launched from the St. Andrews Yacht Club, cruising through Panama City and ending at the Hathaway […] Read More



PCBPD celebrates the holidays with 5th annual Christmas with Cops

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) – Panama City Beach police got to spend some time with the community they serve Friday night, during the annual “Christmas with Cops” event. Dozens showed up to the police department lawn to enjoy some Christmas music, check out some police gear, eat s’mores, and much more. This is the […] Read More

Rebuild Bay County hosts festive holiday event for all ages

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The holiday spirit was alive tonight during the 4th annual holiday services fair. The Rebuild Bay County organization hosted a lively community event at the A.D. Harris Learning Village. The celebration featured free food and drinks, games and activities, music, and giveaways for attendees of all ages. Several local service organizations […] Read More

“Tour de Lights” event highlights bicycle safety and holiday cheer

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Hammer Down Multisports Inc. hosted their 5th annual “Tour de Lights” event at Sharon Sheffield Park. It was a beautiful night to get outdoors. Local cyclists celebrated the spirit of Christmas this evening in Lynn Haven. Attendees dressed up themselves and their bikes for a three-mile ride from Sheffield Park, all […] Read More

Florida Health Officials hold vaccine mandate workshop in PCB

BAY COUNTY, Fla (WMBB)- The Florida Department of Health held a public workshop to get feedback about a vaccine mandate removal. The federal government is considering a plan to drop a number of required vaccines from the national immunization policy. Now Florida is following suit. The Florida Department of health held a workshop in Panama […] Read More