Katie Bente
WJHG-TV
Panama City Beach, FL, United States
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Coyote sightings on the rise in Panama City Beach
Hearing that there are coyotes at the beach might sound a little strange. But wildlife experts told NewsChannel 7 it really isn’t. → Read More
Lifeguards stress the importance of knowing the beach flag system
Single red flags were flying at many local beaches over the weekend, warning swimmers of high surf hazards and dangerous rip currents. On Saturday, those intense water conditions in the Gulf left one dead and another in critical condition. → Read More
PCB leaders consider an additional spring break law
The city’s spring break laws go into effect next month, and council members were discussing a few changes at Thursday’s meeting, as well as putting in an additional ordinance for safety reasons. → Read More
D-BAT indoor training facility officially coming to Frank Brown Park
D-Bat works to train players of all levels, with more than 100 facilities nationwide. → Read More
Port Panama City looks ahead to the future
Port officials tell NewsChannel 7 they have high hopes and a new master plan underway. → Read More
Tuesday’s Steelfield fire updates
We will continue to update you more on the Steelfield Fire as more information becomes available. → Read More
Sports tourism takes the lead in Panama City Beach
The Billfish Tournament is coming back with a bang and a big fat bonus. → Read More
Panama City Beach tourism numbers boom in 2022
Data shows visitors spent a whopping $3.1 billion throughout the fiscal year 2022. → Read More
Will the Panama City Mall ever see progress?
It’s been more than four years since anyone’s strolled through the mall and still, there are no signs of redevelopment. → Read More
Panama City history museum celebrates Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, the museum is once again bringing out its Massalina Family exhibit. → Read More
The LEAD Coalition of Bay County continues to show resiliency
The LEAD Coalition continues to showcase its resiliency to this day with plans to host a handful of events and programs in the upcoming weeks. → Read More
Transient man sentenced to life in prison for Panama City Beach murder
After two hours of deliberations, the jury found 58-year-old Charles Wesley Strickland guilty of second-degree felony murder and the destruction of, tampering with, or fabricating physical evidence. → Read More
What crime looks like recently in Panama City Beach
Many assume when they hear “small beach town,” it must be a doors unlocked, safe area. While Panama City Beach isn’t a bustling city like Miami, it isn’t kept in a bubble either. → Read More
Governor’s transportation proposal expedites widening of Back Beach Rd.
Monday, Governor Ron DeSantis announced his proposal for a record investment aimed to alleviate traffic across the sunshine state. A whopping $7 billion would be going towards 20 priority projects, including one in Panama City Beach. → Read More
PCB hobby shop makes early donation for Christmas toys
PCB Coins & Cards raised more than $2,000 for Project 25, a toy drive run by the Bay County Sheriff's Office. → Read More
Panama City continues to see growth
Living options continue to expand, with Residences at SweetBay holding its grand opening Thursday. The complex is comprised of six buildings, with 360 apartment units in total. → Read More
What to expect in Panama City, PCB’s housing market this year
After last year’s roller-coaster housing market, with prices climbing quickly and high, many are wondering what’s in store for 2023. Will what went up come down? → Read More
New BigShots Golf location in Panama City Beach
A new location is opening up in Panama City Beach for all the local golf-lovers! → Read More
Sports tourism now another attraction putting PCB on the map
Tourism leaders said just four events brought in a whopping $80 million to our area. That’s not to outshine the Publix Sports Complex though, which brought in roughly $139 million last year alone. → Read More
Philip Griffitts Sr. Parkway expansion sparks concern among residents
The conceptual map shows the roadway lining up very close to some homes in the Breakfast Point neighborhood, but county officials tell NewsChannel 7 that conceptual is all it is right now. → Read More