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BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Navy League has been honoring their outstanding sailors for nearly 20 years now. The sailors are nominated by their commanding crew. This year, 13 sailors were selected from different divisions of the Navy. Including Kevin Rodriguez, Andrew Winkers, Matthew Slack, Mark Powell, Dayne Mcintyre, Vincent Liggin, Emily Cauldwell, Elijah […] Read More

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Eight months after the termination of former City Manager Vickie Gainer, the search for new leadership in Lynn Haven is entering its final stage. Back in July city commissioners voted to fire Gainer following allegations connected to bid rigging. Since than the city has been operating under interim leadership while […] Read More

Morgan victorious in three-way race for Valparaiso Mayor Christopher Saul March 10, 2026 8:53 pm Politics and Elections, Valparaiso Joe Morgan is Valparaiso’s next Mayor.    Morgan won a three-way election against Commissioner Chris Wasdin and Senior Center Liaison Patrick Palmer for the seat with a near majority of the city’s 830 cast ballots.    According to Morgan’s campaign Facebook Page, he “looks[s] forward to serving the city, its citizens, staff and commissioners.”   Neither Wasdin nor Palmer had posted to their public social media about the results of the election as of 8:30 PM Central time on March 10.    Turnout  Valparaiso’s mayoral contest turned out more voters than the city’s last election, which Brent Smith and Patrick Palmer combined for about 700 votes.    Nearly 25% of the town’s electorate went to the polls to make their opinions known.    “I want to thank every citizen that voted. I truly appreciate the time you took out of your day to let your voice be heard,” Morgan said in his post on social media about the election results, “I would like to thank those of you who put your confidence in me to be your candidate for mayor. I look forward to serving the city, its citizens, staff and commissioners.”   Turn-over Current Valparaiso Mayor Brent Smith will remain in the chief position on the dais until March 17, when the position will turn over and Morgan will be sworn in. More Local News Eglin Air Force Base Eglin’s... Read More

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – McKenzie Park is officially out of the Panama City Farmers Market Rotation at least through the end of this year. After months of debate over where the farmers market should take place and whether or not that location should rotate, Panama City commissioners now have a set schedule. They approved […] Read More

Is Something New Coming Between Riley Green & Ella Langley? Country music fans have embraced the undeniable musical chemistry between Riley Green and Ella Langley, whose duets have become some of the most successful collaborations in recent years. The artists first teamed up in 2024 for their hit, “you look like you love me,” released […] More Country Music Nation  Read More

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – What started as an isolated issue at Robert & Mary Cain Park has exposed a larger policy problem for Panama City as it faces a growing demand for youth sports spaces and a need to standardize organizational use. On Tuesday, staff presented commissioners with data breaking down which organizations have […] Read More

Weather Update Key Points Tonight through Wednesday Fog will be the main concern overnight. Satellite images this afternoon already show low clouds across the coast and offshore waters. Beach cameras along the Panhandle have reported areas of dense marine fog, and a Dense Fog Advisory is in effect for nearshore waters west of Mexico Beach […] Read More

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – A man accused of aggravated assault on a police officer after fleeing a DUI stop was found guilty Tuesday. According to the state attorney’s office, 42-year-old Travis Waylon Franks chose to have a bench trial, rather than a jury trial. This means that a circuit judge heard and decided the […] Read More

Eglin FCU Honors Anna Klepser for 25 Years of Devotion Staff Reports March 10, 2026 5:45 pm Bluewater Bay, Mary Esther, Niceville In Brief: Who: Anna Klepser and Eglin Federal Credit Union What: Recognition for 25 years of service When: Celebration held March 6, 2026 Where: Bluewater Bay branch in Niceville Why: To honor Klepser’s career and contributions to the credit union and its members. FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. — Eglin Federal Credit Union recently recognized longtime employee Anna Klepser for reaching a milestone of 25 years of service with the organization. Klepser, a member service counselor at the credit union’s Bluewater Bay branch, currently resides in Niceville. The credit union held a celebratory breakfast on March 6 at the Bluewater Bay location to honor Klepser’s career and dedication. Friends, family, and coworkers gathered to recognize her contributions to the organization and its members. According to the credit union, Klepser began her career with Eglin Federal Credit Union on March 1, 2001, as a teller at the Mary Esther branch. She later transferred to the Eglin branch, where she served as a membership officer and was promoted to senior membership officer.   Over the years, Klepser held several roles within the organization, including member service counselor, human resources assistant, and branch member service floater, supporting multiple branch locations. In October 2013, she moved into her current position as a member service counselor at the Bluewater Bay branch, where the credit union says she has become a trusted resource for coworkers... Read More