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Choosing the Right Summer Camp Video included

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As the school year draws to a close, the focus now turns to summer activities for kids. Parents are already doing their research, trying to find the best camps in the area. News 13 introduces you to some of the more popular places to send your kids this summer. More>>

A New Species of Fish is Discovered in Florida Video included

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The Choctaw bass will now join the list of types of black bass found in Florida. The bass was discovered after scientists with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation and Commission compared tissue More>>

Kinard Community Mourns The Loss Of Teenage Volunteer Firefighter Video included

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Heavy hearts in a small Calhoun County community as residents try to cope with the death of one of their own. Ryan Flowers, 17, of Kinard, was a Blountstown High School student and Kinard Volunteer firefighter killed while on his way to school Tuesday morning. More>>

Local Fire Officials Highlight on Arson Awareness Week Video included

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The Florida Division of State Fire Marshal investigated over 3,700 fires that caused 166 million dollars in damage. While solving an arson case has a very low success rate, here in Bay County, fire officials are working to change that. More>>

National Tourism Day Celebration In Panama City Beach Video included

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The Convention & Visitors Bureau marked the occasion by hosting a cookout featuring music, giveaways and free admission to the county pier. More>>

F101 Jet Removed from Panama City Marina

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An iconic display moves out of Panama City. An F-101 Air Force jet is removed this morning from it's bay view with a remarkable amount of ingenuity... and sadness. More>>

Toddler Killed in Driveway Accident

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A 1-year-old is dead after a driveway accident on Russell Road in Eastpoint in Franklin County. More>>

Bay County Bullet Posts Delinquent Tax Notices Video included

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Things are heating up for investors looking to make some money off delinquent taxpayers. Each year, the tax collector is required to hold its tax lien certificate sale; it's when investors bid on certificates that are placed against properties until the owner pays their taxes. But that's not the only thing getting competitive. More>>

Eastern Shipbuilding to Add 400 Jobs Video included

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The Eastern Shipbuilding Group announces it will add about 400 jobs in the next year. The company says they are preparing to build two new sub-sea construction vessels. They will be primarily used by the offshore oil industry. More>>

Jackson County Burglary Arrests

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On Tuesday May 77th the Jackson County Sheriff's Office received a call in reference to a burglary in progress at 6877 Florida St Grand Ridge. When deputies arrived they made contact with a family member More>>

Recycling Facility Creates Headache in Springfield Neighborhood

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Some recycling bins are creating a headache for a Springfield neighborhood. The bins are one of a few drop off sites for Bay County's Recycling Program. More>>

Bay County To Take Over Ambulance Service Video included

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In a unanimous vote, county commissioners agreed to transition EMS from Bay Medical-Sacred Heart to the county. More>>

Bay County Commission Delays Vote On Water Supply Contract Video included

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Just as three firms were prepared to make pitches, Commissioner Mike Nelson had the item pulled from Tuesday's agenda. More>>

Calhoun County Mourns Death Of High School Student Video included

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An early morning car crash on Tuesday claims the life of a Calhoun County teenager. Ryan Flowers, 17, was killed on his way to school. More>>

The City of Callaway Working Out of the Red

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2012 brought many changes to the city of Callaway, including a new city manager. Now, with the help of the city, Marcus Collins is bringing the city's budget out of the red. More>>

Calhoun County Teen Killed in Traffic Accident

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A 17-year-old high school junior was killed in a traffic accident in Calhoun County today. Ryan Flowers of Kinard was traveling east on County Road 392 and pulled into the path of a semi-tractor trailer More>>

Eyesore to Come Down and Sidewalks to be Built in Callaway Video included

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The city of Callaway continues its mission to revitalize the downtown area. More>>

Wewahitchka Band is Back Video included

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The band is back. After a year with without a music program, Wewahitchka High School is playing instruments again. The band was eliminated last year due to budget constraints by the previous administration. More>>

Familiar Faces Return to Springfield City Commission Meeting

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Two familiar faces have returned to the Springfield City Commission Board. Mayor Ralph Hammond and Commissioner Jimmy Talley both held commission seats prior to their recent election. More>>

From the Stash House to the Jailhouse Video included

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Federal investigators following a sector of the Gulf Cartel, one of the oldest organized crime groups in Mexico, are releasing details into a raid that put 13 men behind bars. News 13 has this EXCLUSIVE story, From the Stash House to the Jailhouse. More>>

I-10 Wreck Leaves Major Clean-up Effort

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A wreck involving a car hauler on Interstate 10 near Caryville left a local wrecker service scrambling to clean up the mess. White's Wrecker of Panama City had to find a way to remove the vehicles from More>>

"Swamp People" Stars Troy and Jacob Landry Coming to Panama City Beach

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Bayou Bill's Crab House will present Troy and Jacob Landry of the History Channel's "Swamp People" on Friday, May 17 at 6:30 p.m. This will be an entertaining evening for the entire family. Troy and Jacob More>>

Tourism Appreciation Day set for Wednesday, May 8th

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Visitors injected more than a billion dollars into the local economy last year, and the Panama City Beach Convention and Visitor's Bureau is saying "thank you" as we celebrate National Tourism Day on Wednesday, More>>

Law Enforcement Praises “Safer” Thunder Beach Rally

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Despite increased congestion and rainy conditions, law enforcement is most happy to report a weekend free of serious accidents. More>>

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    Mother's Day gives us a chance to say ‘thank you' to Mom. Nominate a special Mother to receive WMBB's Mother's Day Prize Package to be given away on Friday morning, May 10th during News13 This Morning
    Mother's Day gives us a chance to say ‘thank you' to Mom. Nominate a special Mother to receive WMBB's Mother's Day Prize Package to be given away on Friday morning, May 10th during News13 This Morning

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