Where Wildlife and Wonder Merge in the Heart of Freeport Staff Reports February 6, 2026 9:55 am Emerald Coast, Freeport, South Walton, Walton County, Wildlife In Brief: Who: E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center, community members, families, supporters What: Biophilia Night Hike and Under the Moonlit Pines Gala When: March 7, 2026, and March 28, 2026 Where: E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center, Freeport, Florida Why: To celebrate nature, support conservation, and fund environmental education programs The E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center is inviting the community to step into nature after dark this March with two immersive events designed to celebrate Florida’s wildlife, environmental education, and community connection. On Saturday, March 7, the Center will host its Biophilia Night Hike, a guided evening experience running from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The family-friendly program offers guests a rare opportunity to explore Florida’s nocturnal ecosystem while learning about native wildlife and conservation efforts. Participants will journey along scenic trails leading to the Center’s bat house, where native Florida bats can be observed as they emerge at dusk for their nightly insect hunt. Along the way, educational activity stations will showcase nocturnal adaptations, local species, and the importance of protecting natural habitats. Food vendors will be on site, offering refreshments available for purchase throughout the evening. Admission to the Night Hike is $15 for adults and $10 for children ages 4 to 12, with VIP access available for E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center members. Guests may also opt into the Fireside Owl Experience, a $5 add-on featuring a... Read More

 [[{“value”:” Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) invites the community to trade the Gulf breeze for a Parisian breeze this March. The professional theatre company recently announced the return of its annual fundraiser, “La Vie en Rouge,” a night dedicated to French-inspired elegance and the continued growth of local arts education. “}]]  SoWal.com  Read More

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Edward F. Hickey Jr. Memorial Trust presents a large donation of $100,000 to build a scholarship for the newly established FSU Panama City Nursing Program. These funds will be available for nursing students entering the undergrad program beginning in 2027. This program was announced back in September 2025 and […] Read More

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Testimony continued Thursday in the murder trial from last year’s deadly shooting outside a Panama City Beach Waffle House. 19-year-old Ja’zai Mitchell is accused of fatally shooting 19-year-old Ja’Dion Love Hughes. Two other teenagers were arrested in connection with the crime; 17-year-old Julian Zavala testified Wednesday, and 19-year-old Kiydre McCullough […] Read More

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Walton County Fire Rescue responded to a call regarding a Darlington house engulfed in flames Thursday afternoon. According to WCFR, first responders from Walton County Fire Rescue and Walton County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a residence on Highway 2 West after a passing motorist reported the fire. The owner […] Read More

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Florida ranks number one nationally for most hurricane landfalls each year on average. Although hurricane season doesn’t officially begin until June 1st, it’s crucial to have a plan in-place for you and your loved ones. There are ways to prepare now before disaster strikes. This week is Severe Weather Awareness […] Read More

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Any chatter about PCB Spring Break takeover 2026 was shut down Thursday morning. “The trigger word for us is obviously take over,” BCSO Captain Stephen Jencks said. Panama City Beach Police Chief J.R. Talamantez says they’ve already made examples out of individuals responsible for the takeover flyers circulating, issuing arrest […] Read More

🚤 Marine Heads-Up A Small Craft Advisory is still in place for the northeastern Gulf through this evening 🌊⚠️.Another advisory is expected Friday afternoon through Saturday morning, mainly for waters west of Apalachicola and offshore between Apalachicola and the Ochlockonee River.Bottom line: boating conditions will be rough, especially for smaller vessels—use caution or stay in […] Read More

When Jelly Roll Speaks, People Listen “And He said to them, ‘Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature. He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned.’”– Mark 16:15-16 Since the ascension of Jesus Christ, there has been no point in […] More Country Music Nation  Read More