Convicted murderer given life sentence
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Convicted murderer given life sentence

Asher Martin was sentenced to life in prison Friday for second-degree murder and principal to arson in the 2020 stabbing death of Christopher Whaley, whose body was left in a burning van after he was killed, State Attorney Larry Basford announced. Circuit Court Judge Dustin Stephenson agreed with Prosecutor Devin Collier’s assessment that while the…

Panama City Holiday Tree Giveaway planned for Dec. 11
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Panama City Holiday Tree Giveaway planned for Dec. 11

The City of Panama City, through its #ReTreePC initiative, is hosting a Holiday Tree Giveaway on Saturday, December 11, 2021. Trees will be given away on a first-come, first-serve basis beginning at 9 a.m. at both the Panama City Farmers Market (218 Harrison Ave.) and The Market at St. Andrews (Beck Avenue). The giveaway is…

Panama City City Hall Holiday Concert planned for December 10th
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Panama City City Hall Holiday Concert planned for December 10th

The City of Panama City will host its 2nd Annual City Hall Holiday Concert on Friday, December 10, 2021 at Noon. The artists performing are Janelle Frost, the local Mother of Blues, Britt Reynolds, local singer and actress, and the North Bay Haven High School Choir. The public is invited to attend. City Hall is located…

Panama City Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony planned for Dec. 3rd
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Panama City Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony planned for Dec. 3rd

The City of Panama City is hosting its Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 3, 2020 from 5 to 7 p.m. The Christmas Tree is located on the backside of City Hall at the intersection of Grace Avenue and W. 5th Street. A short ceremony will begin at 5 p.m. with the Christmas…

14TH ANNUAL RODEO
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14TH ANNUAL RODEO

The Bay County Sheriff’s Office presents the 14th annual Bay County Sheriff’s Office and Panama City Toyota Rodeo! The rodeo will take place November 19th and 20th, beginning at 7pm each night. It is being held at the Fountain/Youngstown Ballpark and features all the exciting activities you expect like Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Breakaway Roping, Steer…

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Giving bountiful thanks

As Franklin County settled in to a festive Thanksgiving holiday, folks from throughout the county held their celebrations in advance of the holiday. The senior center in Carrabelle had a festive meal, and delivery of weekday lunches from Apalachicola’s Holy Family Senior Center was robust  On Friday, there were 177 visitors on the Franklin County Schools’…

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Crooked River Lighthouse hosts Lantern Fest Saturday

Glowing lanterns, music, dance and nighttime tower climbs bring magic and history together  this Saturday evening, Nov. 27, when Lantern Fest will be celebrated on the park grounds of the Crooked River Lighthouse at Carrabelle Beach. This outdoor festival, known for its display of more than 100 colorful, hanging lanterns, lights up the night from…