Hurricane Names Florence, Michael Retired by Meteorologists 5 hours ago

(AP) The names of two hurricanes that caused widespread devastation from Florida to Virginia last year have been retired.

Toucan's On the Beach to Rebuild and Reopen 5 hours ago

A Mexico Beach restaurant says they plan to rebuild and reopen.

Heath Evans Named CEO of Bay Medical Sacred Heart 6 hours ago

Sacred Heart Health System has named Heath Evans the new president of Bay Medical Sacred Heart.

Health Officials Working on a Diabetes Wake-Up Call 7 hours ago

Observed annually on the fourth Tuesday in March, Diabetes Alert Day is a one-day "wake-up call" that focuses on the seriousness of diabetes and the importance of understanding your risk.

Bay Medical Sacred Heart Names New President 9 hours ago

On Wednesday, Sacred Heart Health System named Heath Evans as the new president of Bay Medical Sacred Heart.

Panama City Man Arrested for Allegedly Sexually Abusing a Woman in Her Sleep 10 hours ago

The Bay County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of Jesse Allen, age 55, on Monday for sexual battery.

Holmes County Clerk of Court Arrested 11 hours ago

The Holmes County Clerk of Court was arrested by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, officials said Wednesday.

Mercy Chefs Serve Their 2 Millionth Meal On Trip To Help Hurricane Michael... 15 hours ago

With the Panhandle still hurting from Hurricane Michael, one organization has been here to help the community heal by serving hot meals to anybody who needs it.

Superintendent Bill Husfelt meets with State Board of Education 15 hours ago

Bay County Schools Superintendent Bill Husfelt was in Tallahassee on Tuesday to speak with the State Board of Education.

Fatal Industrial Accident in Marianna on Tuesday 14 hours ago

On March 19th, 2019 at approximately 3 o' clock in the afternoon the Marianna Police Department responded to 4178 Lafayette Street in reference to a report of a subject down. Upon arrival officers observed a male subject who appeared to have fallen through the roof while conducting repairs to the building. Jackson County EMS pronounced the subject deceased on scene.

Bay County Accident Sends Two to the Hospital 22 hours ago

A single-vehicle wreck in Bay County sends two people to the hospital. The crash occured on Industrial Drive about 8:30 p.m.Tuesday. The Florida Highway Patrol said a vehicle went into a ditch and rolled over mutliple times. This happened just northeast of Lion Exhibition Freight. Both occupants of the vehicle were taken to the hospital with unknown injuries. Bay County Sheriffs Deputies and State Troopers were on the scene. News 13 will continue to update this wreck as we learn more.

Fatal Wreck in Washington County 18 hours ago

The accident occured at State Road 79 and Starla Lane at 11 a.m. on Tuesday.

City of Lynn Haven Names New Acting City Manager After City Manager's Arrest 22 hours ago

The city of Lynn Haven is coming to terms with how to proceed after city manager Michael White was arrested this weekend.

Congressman Dunn revisits areas affected by Hurricane Michael 22 hours ago

Congressman Neal Dunn was in Marianna Tuesday, visiting the Optimist Club to discuss the recovery of Hurricane Michael.

CAUGHT ON CAMERA: A Mother's Boyfriend Molests Two Children 22 hours ago

A local man is behind bars for allegedly molesting two children. The DeFuniak Springs man was reportedly taking advantage of his girlfriend's children.

Naval Support Activity Welcomes New Commanding Officer 22 hours ago

The beginning and end of a term celebrated on Tuesday and there's a new Commanding Officer at the Navy Base.

14-year-old arrested charged with murder of his grandmother 22 hours ago

A suspect has been charged in the murder of a Jackson County woman from earlier this month.

County Leaders Expecting to Receive $45 Million from FEMA Reimbursements 1 day ago

Bay County Commissioners are expecting to receive their first reimbursements from FEMA in the coming weeks.

Bay County Commission Approves $840,000 Contract for Incinerator Repairs 1 day ago

Bay County Commissioners approved a $840,200 contract with Emerald Coast Constructors to repair the county incinerator.

FEMA Housing Assistance Program Helps Family of Nine Get a New Home 1 day ago

Fema placed trailers in the last group site of Bay County, housing a total of 132 trailers for families recovering from Hurricane Michael.

Panama City Offering New Public Mural Program 1 day ago

After the Panama City Commission made some changes to the city's public art ordinances, the first public mural is in the process of being completed in downtown Panama City.

County Commission Purchases Two Properties for Courthouse Parking 1 day ago

Rabid Raccoon Captured in Cedar Grove 1 day ago

A raccoon captured near East 11th Street and Everitt Avenue has tested positive for rabies, Bay County health officials wrote Tuesday.

Judge Sets $3,000 Bond for Lynn Haven City Manager Michael White 22 hours ago

Lynn Haven City Manager Michael White made his first appearance before a judge Tuesday.

Hurricane Michael Insurance Losses Top $6 Billion 22 hours ago

With Northwest Florida continuing to try to recover from Hurricane Michael, estimated insured losses have climbed to more than $6 billion, according to numbers posted on the state Office of Insurance Regulation website.

Good Samaritan helps pregnant woman escape burning car on I-10 in Lafayette 1 day ago

Alfrelisha Thibeaux said she heard an engine noise as she was driving and pulled over on the shoulder to call her fiance.

Prescribed Burn Set For Wednesday at Tyndall Air Force Base 22 hours ago

Air Force Wildland Fire Branch, with assistance from Tall Timbers Research Station, is planning to conduct a prescribed burn at Tyndall Air Force Base on Wednesday.

Fort Benning basic trainee battles life-threatening, flesh-eating bacteria 1 day ago

U.S. Army basic trainee Dez Del Barba, who is from Stockton, Calif., is currently being treated at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio. He has had 14 surgeries and his left leg had to be amputated above the knee since becoming ill at Fort Benning, according to his parents. The doctors are hoping they can save his right leg, his parents said.

JCSO: Woman Murdered by Juvenile Family Member 1 day ago

A Jackson County woman was shot and killed by a family member in her own home, investigators said Tuesday.

Assignment of Benefits Overhaul Backed in Senate 1 day ago

(The News Service of Florida) In the highest-profile insurance issue of the legislative session, a Senate committee Monday approved an overhaul of the controversial insurance practice known as "assignment of benefits."