PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – A Panama City man was sentenced to 6 years in prison after pleading guilty to retaliation against a federal informant, transmission of threatening communications in interstate commerce, and supervised release violations. According to court documents, on May 31, 2024, Thomas Zachary Breeding, 41, sent Facebook messages threatening bodily injury to […] Read More

 [[{“value”:” Rinse off the old and welcome the new! South Walton Fire District will hold its Annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day at Ed Walline Public Beach Access. In-person sign-up starts at 11AM at Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar on January 1, 2026, which will be followed by a costume contest at 12PM, and the Plunge itself at 1PM. “}]]  SoWal.com  Read More

Miranda Lambert’s Precious Pup, Cher, Has Died At The Age Of 15 Miranda Lambert is mourning the death of her beloved Chihuahua, Cher, who “crossed the rainbow bridge” on December 27. The singer honored her “sweet bear Cher” in a heart-tugging tribute on social media, writing: “Cher gave us 15 years of love and all […] More Country Music Nation  Read More

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – It’s finally time to say goodbye to 2025 and welcome in 2026. Here are some family-friendly events to kick-start a great New Year in the Panhandle. Panama City Beach will host its most exciting end-of-the-year celebration, the New Year’s Eve Beach Ball Drop at Pier Park on December 31 from […] Read More

UPDATE: Officials said the fire is out. The Florida Forest Service is on scene, cutting lines around the burned area. No structures were damaged, and there were no injuries. WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Residents are urged to use caution and stay alert due to a brush fire along Williams Road just north of DeFuniak […] Read More

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Walton County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call about a vehicle traveling westbound in the eastbound lanes on Highway 98 on Saturday. According to a deputy, just before 1:30 a.m., the vehicle was approaching him head-on on Highway 98 and Old Blue Mountain Road. The deputy was able […] Read More

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Bay County Sheriff’s Office is responding to a traffic accident on Highway 231 Richardson Road northbound on Saturday. According to a news release, motorists are advised to take a detour from Transmitter Road to 390. Authorities have not confirmed how long the closure will last. Read More

Fort Walton Beach Man, Ole Miss DB Arrested in Andalusia Staff Reports December 27, 2025 4:27 pm Crime, Fort Walton Beach, Sports In Brief: Police say a vehicle was stopped for speeding at 111 mph with no visible license plate Marijuana and drug paraphernalia were reportedly found during a vehicle search The driver is listed as a freshman defensive back on the Ole Miss football team ANDALUSIA, Ala. — An early Friday morning traffic stop in Andalusia led to the arrest of a Fort Walton Beach man who is currently listed as a defensive back on the Ole Miss football roster. According to the WAAO Facebook Page, Andalusia Police officers initiated a traffic stop after observing a BMW 3 Series passenger vehicle traveling at excessive speeds and displaying no visible license plate. Police say the vehicle was clocked at 111 miles per hour before being stopped near the intersection of U.S. Highway 29 and Brooklyn Road, near Fletchers Outdoors. Police identified the driver as Dante Jovon Core, of Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Officers reported detecting the immediate odor of marijuana during their initial contact with Core, which led to a search of the vehicle. During the search, officers reportedly located marijuana and drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle. Core was taken into custody and transported to the Covington County Jail, where he was charged with Possession of Marijuana II and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Authorities stated Core was cooperative with law enforcement throughout the encounter. Core is listed as a three-star... Read More

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – One of the most popular New Year’s resolutions to make is fitness goals. But not every goal that is made is setting you up for success. Traycee Green at Pure Platinum Health and Fitness says the best place to start is with a realistic goal. “One, we want to make […] Read More

CHIPLEY, Fla. (WMBB) – Just before 2pm on Christmas day, firefighters in Chipley were dispatched to a house fire on church avenue.  Crews from Chipley fire and Bonifay fire responded to the call.  There were no injuries reported but the house was a total loss. Thankfully, fire officials were able to prevent the fire from […] Read More