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HOLMES COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Local sheriff’s offices are warning residents of text-message-based toll scams. The Holmes and Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Offices have both made Facebook posts regarding the scam. Residents may receive a text from an unknown number, with a graphic claiming that the recipient owes toll money. Deputies warn residents not to engage […] Read More

PALM BAY, Fla. (WFLA) — A Florida man is accused of murdering, dismembering, and disposing of a man’s body because he was a sex offender, court documents show. Lucas Jones, 19, was first arrested in the early morning hours of March 29 in connection with two suitcases found in a remote area of Palm Bay […] Read More

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – They say if you’re lucky, you’ll find at least one job over the course of your life that you love. By that standard, Jim Broaddus was very lucky. He found two careers that he loved. For more than 30 years, Jim owned and operated a number of radio stations, including […] Read More

A cold front is expected to bring widespread showers and thunderstorms to the area this weekend, with a few storms potentially becoming strong and a slight chance of isolated severe weather. The system will also bring much-needed rainfall to the region, which has been experiencing dry conditions. A high risk of rip currents will continue at beaches, and boaters should be aware of potentially stronger winds and rougher seas starting Tuesday. Temperatures will cool slightly early next week, then gradually warm back into the low 80s by mid to late week. Read More

Actor Timothy Busfield Arrested In Connection To Child Sex Abuse Charges Timothy Busfield, husband of Little House on the Prairie actress Melissa Gilbert, surrendered to the Albuquerque Police Department on Tuesday (January 13). The actor was officially charged with two counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor and one count of child abuse, linked to alleged misconduct involving child actors during […] More Country Music Nation  Read More

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) — The Bay County Public Library will host a free screening of The Hidden Gulf documentary. This 26-minute documentary will provide an in-depth look into deep-sea coral restoration after the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in 2010. Marine Fisheries Biologist, Chris Gardner, who is featured in the film, will also attend the […] Read More

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Last week, News13 told you Bay County Chief of Emergency Services Matthew Lindewirth was set to part ways with the county. County manager Joel Schubert sent Lindewirth a termination recommendation letter on March 24. The terms of his departure were negotiated over the past week. County officials claim Lindewirth demanded […] Read More

SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) – The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County has announced its artist in residence for April. ArtsQuest featured artist, Renee Broxson, will be showcased in CAA’s “Distilled: An Artist Series,” beginning April 10. The series is in direct partnership with the CAA, Distillery 98, and Emerald Coast Storytellers, showcasing a […] Read More