Nathan Cobb

6 days ago | newsherald.com | Nathan Cobb

Delta Air Lines will begin daily nonstop flights between Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) and New York City's LaGuardia Airport starting Nov. 6. The new daily service expands on the current seasonal Saturday flights offered between the two airports. Airport officials view the added flights as evidence of the region's growing tourism demand.

1 week ago | newsherald.com | Nathan Cobb

Bay County, Florida will stop adding fluoride to its water supply in compliance with a new state law. The change is expected to save the county about $100,000 annually. Residents with questions can contact the Bay County Utilities Department. PANAMA CITY — A substance will soon no longer be added to the local water supply. According to a May 7 press release from Bay County government, fluoride will soon no longer be added to the county's water supply.

1 week ago | newsherald.com | Nathan Cobb |Dylan Gentile

Phase 2A of the Harrison Avenue Streetscape Project in Panama City recently reopened pedestrian traffic from Four Points Plaza to 5th Street. The project aims to revitalize the downtown area with upgraded sidewalks, utilities, and a cobblestone street. Local business owners anticipate increased foot traffic and economic benefits upon the project's completion. PANAMA CITY ― Paris Oates is confident the long-term gains of the Harrison Avenue Streetscape Project will be worth the short-term pains.

3 weeks ago | newsherald.com | Nathan Cobb

PANAMA CITY — Local voters took to the polls on April 22 for the 2025 municipal elections in Bay County. As of about 7:30 p.m., the unofficial results for the elections were listed on the Bay County Supervisor of Elections Office website. Here's what we know:Panama CityMayor − Allan Branch defeated incumbent Michael Rohan. Branch secured 4,150 votes, or about 69%, while Rohan secured 1,851 votes, or almost 31%.

3 weeks ago | newsherald.com | Nathan Cobb

Bay County commissioners are moving forward with an initiative to rezone 136 acres near Mexico Beach for mixed-use development. The proposed development includes 368 residential units, split into two phases. The rezoning would allow for a variety of residential and commercial buildings, including supermarkets and convenience stores. Hundreds of new homes might be around the corner for the Mexico Beach area.