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05/26/2026 · Bay County

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BCSO Deputies Featured in New 'Busted in the Panhandle' Episode

BCSO Deputies Featured in New 'Busted in the Panhandle' Episode

BCSO deputies handle street takeovers, stolen vehicles and trespassing calls in the latest "Busted in the Panhandle" episode, which also features Corporal Iler flying with the Air Force Thunderbirds.

05/26/2026
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Local News

Panama City Marinas Offer Gulf Access, Recreational Opportunities

Panama City's St. Andrews Marina and Downtown Panama City Marina provide direct access to the Gulf of Mexico, supporting the city's boating and recreational culture.

05/26/2026

Local News

Bay County Dispatchers Handle Emergencies From Behind the Scenes

Bay County dispatchers field emergency calls and coordinate first responders. The Sheriff's Office this week recognized the dispatch center staff during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.

05/26/2026

Politics

Florida expands public safety and emergency response authority through recent state actions

Florida has implemented a series of state actions aimed at expanding tools available for public safety, emergency response and security-related enforcement, according to state officials. The changes affect multiple sectors including schools, courts and law enforcement agencies, as well as the state

05/26/2026

Politics

Florida Legislature advances updates to emergency management statutes

Florida lawmakers are moving forward with significant revisions to the state's statutory framework, including key changes to emergency management laws that govern how the state prepares for and responds to disasters. The updates to the 2025 Florida Statutes include modifications to Section 252, whi

05/26/2026

Politics

DeSantis signs law creating state domestic terrorism designations, criminalizing support

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation Monday establishing a state-level process to designate domestic and foreign terrorist organizations, marking a significant expansion of Florida's counter-terrorism powers. The new law, HB 1471, criminalizes providing material support to organizations

05/26/2026

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