Jessica Foster

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WJHG's Chapter Chat Book Club Pick for May is romantic comedy Say You'll Remember Me by bestselling author Abby Jimenez

1 month ago | wjhg.com | Jessica Foster

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - This month’s Chapter Chat book, ‘Say You’ll Remember Me’ by Abby Jimenez, is a romantic comedy. Jimenez is known for taking on tough topics with humor. This is her newest novel, which was just released in April. What is Chapter Chat? Chapter Chat offers a chance to read a new book every month, discuss them with community members and to make new friends, too! It started in Jan. 2023 in Panama City Beach and won the national Service to America Award.
12 Pinterest SEO Tips for High-Traffic Success

Aug 18, 2024 | searchenginejournal.com | Jessica Foster

Want more traffic from Pinterest? Follow these Pinterest SEO tips to optimize your profile, increase clicks, and drive traffic to your website.
Gulf Coast Salute Air Show kicks off in Panama City Beach hosted by TDC and Tyndall Air Force Base

May 4, 2024 | wjhg.com | Jessica Foster

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The Gulf Coast Salute Air Show is attracting thousands to Panama City Beach. The show features military jet demos, including F-22s and the Thunderbirds. This is the first time in five years an air show has been held in the area. After Hurricane Michael, Tyndall Air Force Base suffered extensive damage. The base is now being rebuilt as a “base of the future” and construction is taking place.
New Bay County Supervisor of Elections Nina Ward has been appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis to replace Mark Andersen

May 3, 2024 | wjhg.com | Jessica Foster

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Governor Ron Desantis has appointed a new Bay County Supervisor of Elections. Nina Ward will serve in the position beginning June 8th. Previous Supervisor of Elections Mark Andersen announced his retirement last month. Ward currently serves as the Deputy Supervisor of Elections for Bay County. The office will be on the general election ballot in November. Ward has already filed to run. Copyright 2024 WJHG. All rights reserved.
Local teen competes in Miss America's Teen Competition

Jan 12, 2024 | wjhg.com | Jessica Foster

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A Panama City Beach teen is making a splash on the national stage. Anna-Katherine Risalvato is competing for the Miss America’s Teen title in Orlando, which is part of the Miss America organization. Risalvato earned $6,000 in scholarships for winning the fitness and talent portions of the preliminary competition. She will compete in the Miss America’s Teen finals on Saturday at 7 p.m. Eastern. You can stream the competition here.
Buildings on Thomas Drive demolished after morning storm

Jan 9, 2024 | wjhg.com | Jessica Foster

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - As the sun begins to rise on Tuesday morning, the early morning storm damage is becoming more visible. Crews are beginning to get a first look at the damage on Thomas Drive after a suspected tornado moved through. The pictures and video attached to this story are from the Pirates Cove Marina area. You can see debris littered on roadways and what appears to be collapsed walls on buildings. Copyright 2024 WJHG. All rights reserved.
Significant storm damage reported on east end of Panama City Beach

Jan 8, 2024 | wjhg.com | Jessica Foster

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Storm reports are coming in from the suspected tornado that pushed through Bay County early Tuesday morning. We’re hearing reports of significant damage on the east end of Panama City Beach, including the Thomas Drive area. The intersection of Thomas Drive and North Lagoon Drive is blocked off as of 6:30 a.m. due to power lines down. As soon as it’s safe, our news crews will assess the damage. The threat of severe weather continues throughout Tuesday morning.
New Florida laws take effect on January 1

Jan 1, 2024 | wjhg.com | Jessica Foster

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The new year brings new laws in the Sunshine State. Here’s a list of some of the new state laws that take effect on New Year’s Day. Move Over Law expansion - This is an extension of a law already in place in Florida, which requires drivers to safely move lanes when approaching law enforcement and emergency vehicles. The law now includes disabled vehicles.
More details on body found near gas station

Sep 20, 2023 | wjhg.com | Jessica Foster |Melinda Zosh

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - According to Panama City Beach Police, they received a call at approximately 7 a.m. on Wednesday from a man walking his dog, who reported finding the body lying in a cleared area on the edge of the woods west of the AMI store. The deceased was a white male. The investigation is ongoing, and foul play is not suspected. The remains have also been turned over to the Medical Examiner’s Office.
Body found near gas station in Panama City Beach

Sep 20, 2023 | wtvy.com | Jessica Foster |Melinda Zosh

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -A body was found near the AMI gas station on the west end of Panama City Beach. This is across the street from the Summer Breeze neighborhood on Panama City Beach Parkway. Police tell us an investigation is taking place, but they won’t release any other details. This is a developing story. Stay with WJHG on air and online for more information. Copyright 2023 WJHG. All rights reserved.