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1 day ago | 
mypanhandle.com | Melanie Mitchell |Tom Lewis
OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – An Oklahoma man is being charged with making a bomb threat involving a future Okaloosa County tourist attraction. Cherokee Police and Alfalfa County Sheriff’s deputies arrested Trey Everts Roots on Wednesday. Okaloosa County Sheriff’s investigators said Roots made a bomb threat over the internet back on March 28th. Authorities said Roots was apparently upset over Okaloosa County officials buying the Oceanliner S.S. United States and future plans for the ship.
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6 days ago | 
mypanhandle.com | Melanie Mitchell
FILE: (WWTI) by: Melanie Mitchell Posted: Apr 18, 2025 / 06:26 PM CDT Updated: Apr 18, 2025 / 06:26 PM CDT BAY COUNTY, Fla (WMBB) – Firefighters are responding to a brush fire on County Road 2301 and Highway 388 in Bay County.
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6 days ago | 
yahoo.com | Melanie Mitchell
BAY COUNTY, Fla (WMBB) – Firefighters are responding to a brush fire on County Road 2301 and Highway 388 in Bay County. According to a news release, the east and west-bound lanes of 388 are shut down until further notice. It’s unknown at this time how long the closure will last, fire officials said. Locals are advised to avoid the area until the fire is contained. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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6 days ago | 
mypanhandle.com | Melanie Mitchell
JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Ever since Hurricane Michael hit, Cottondale has had flooding problems. But city officials are hoping that will soon be a thing of the past. They broke ground Thursday afternoon on a new drainage project at Caney Stormwater Pond. The city received a community development block grant for disaster recovery, worth just under $4.5 million. The Caney Pond drainage basin includes everything in the area between Broad Street, Elliot Drive, Gilbert Lane, and Caney Landing Road.
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1 week ago | 
mypanhandle.com | Melanie Mitchell
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Panama City Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing teen. According to a news release, 15-year-old Nuriah Saffold was last seen on Thursday, April 17, around 3:15 p.m. Authorities said she was walking in the area of West 22nd Plaza and Drummond Avenue in Panama City. Nuriah is approximately 5’6, 130 pounds. She has long, braided hair, brown eyes, and was last seen wearing a purple hoodie and gray shorts, authorities wrote.
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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | Melanie Mitchell
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – The Panama City Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing teen. According to a news release, 15-year-old Nuriah Saffold was last seen on Thursday, April 17, around 3:15 p.m. Authorities said she was walking in the area of West 22nd Plaza and Drummond Avenue in Panama City. Nuriah is approximately 5’6, 130 pounds. She has long, braided hair, brown eyes, and was last seen wearing a purple hoodie and gray shorts, authorities wrote.
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1 week ago | 
mypanhandle.com | Melanie Mitchell
UPDATE as of 4:34 p.m: Fire size is 150 acres, 50% contained. UPDATE as of 4 p.m: The Bay County Fire Rescue and Florida Forestry Service are working to contain a brush fire. The fire is approximately 120 acres and is currently 0% contained. About 15 structures have been evacuated. According to Florida Emergency Services, the Florida Forestry Service has eight dozers and a seater on the ground. Also, a helicopter for air support is en route. Drivers are urged to use caution due to low visibility.
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1 week ago | 
mypanhandle.com | Melanie Mitchell
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) – On Sunday, in a Facebook post, Panama City Beach Police Chief J.R. Talamantez addressed spring breakers and his plans moving forward to keep the community safe during this time of year. The full statement reads: To the future doctors, nurses, engineers, teachers, and leaders who came here for a break, you’re appreciated. You made memories, enjoyed the beach, and showed respect. Most of you went home without problems, and that’s exactly how it should be.
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1 week ago | 
mypanhandle.com | Melanie Mitchell
Update as of 5 pm: Bay County responded to reports of a shed on fire off Laurie Avenue on Panama City Beach. Officials said the fire quickly spread, threatening nearby structures and prompting the evacuation of nearby residences. The cause of the fire is under investigation. _PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – Firefighters are responding to a fully engulfed structure fire on 2900 Laurie Avenue in Panama City Beach. According to a news release, officials advise avoiding the area until it’s safe.
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1 week ago | 
mypanhandle.com | Melanie Mitchell
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB)—Humble House Ministries is excited to participate in the ‘Art in the Park at Wild Heron’ on Sunday, April 13. The event will begin at 1 p.m and continue until 4 p.m. at 1110 Prospect Promenade on Panama City Beach. Local area artists, crafters, makers, and bakers will line the paths of the Wild Heron’s Park. It will feature food trucks, live music, and children’s activities.
