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Old Miracle Strip Carousel gets new life at Pier Park

PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL - The eyes of the painted horses still flamed, even after 45 years. Their nostrils still flared, as if ready to romp again, five years after being put out to pasture with the closing of the old Miracle Strip Amusement Park. So when... Full story

Fourth Fun Aaron Bessant Park

PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL - A day of music is planned all from 2-9:30 p.m. July 4 at Aaron Bessant Park, 500 W. Park Drive adjacent to Pier Park. Music by the Springs at 2 p.m., the Pistols at 5:30 p.m., and Mark Chesnutt at 7:30 p.m. Other planned events... Full story

Salute to Freedom

PANAMA CITY, FL - Salute to Freedom and Centennial Big Splash is 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. July 4 at Panama City Marina. Military fly-over at 5 p.m. fireworks at 9 p.m., simulcast on Clear Channel radio. The Billy Rader Family will perform during the celebration. For... Full story

West Indies Markets

ROSEMARY BEACH  - The annual summer West Indies Markets will be from May-July at Rosemary Beach. More than 50 artists will take part in the monthly event by celebrating 11 years of fine handcrafts and art. The markets will take place on May 9, 10;... Full story

Forward Visions at the Library

PANAMA CITY, FL - "Forward Visions," now showing at the Panama City Library, combines the styles of five contemporary artists in an inspired collection of innovative technique, style, and vision. The exhibit features the landscapes of Heather Parker,... Full story

Designer Showhouse

ALYS BEACH, FL - Designer Showhouse is scheduled for July 1-26 from noon to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays. Cost is $20 for adults, $10 for children under age 13. Purchase tickets at the door or visit online at CulturalArtsAssociation.com. The... Full story

Summer fishing tournaments

GULF COAST, FL - Get ready, anglers, it's time to head "back to THE Beach" for some great summer fishing. June is Florida Fishing Month and there is plenty of great fishing to be found at THE Beach. From inland streams, to bays, to the great Gulf of Mexico,... Full story

Officials hopeful for July Fourth city pier opening

Pat Kelly, Florida Freedom Newspapers

PANAMA CITY BEACH - Panama City Beach resident Lorri Holland looks forward to walking out over the water on the new city pier, hoping to see some dolphins. "I think if they can have it open by the Fourth, that will be amazing," she said. City officials... Full story

4th Children's fishing tournament

MEXICO BEACH, FL - July 4 begins with 5k walk/fun run at 7 a.m. Children's fishing tournament 9-10:30 a.m. and fireworks finish the day. For more details visit online at www.mexicobeachcdc.com or call (850) 648-8196... Full story

Simple Golf Etiquette

By Joseph Kemp

Good golf etiquette is a must for any course in the world. Since the game’s inception a whole host of good etiquette rules and how to display proper manners has been built up around the game. These rules are essentially the same wherever you go,... Full story

Golf fundraiser still seeking teams

PANAMA CITY BEACH - Players and sponsors still are being sought for the inaugural Cops 'n' Kids Golf Tournament, Panama City Beach police officials said this week.     The tournament, which will be at the Holiday Golf Club on... Full story

Rules of the Game

The rules of golf in the United States are set by the U.S. Golf Association. While the basic rules are simple and easily defined, the intricacies of the game demand a high degree of explanation. The full USGA rules are available in printed form or on... Full story

Get away at Gracie Rae

Diners can arrive by boat or car.

Jan Waddy, Florida Freedom Newspapers

ST. ANDREWS, FL - In the shade with the wind blowing my hair, I almost forgot how hot it has been outside. Eating at Gracie Rae, I remembered reasons I live here: the waterfront views and the succulent seafood.     The casual restaurant... Full story

Weekly Wine Tastings

PANAMA CITY, FL - Visit World Market in the Panama City Mall for weekly wine tastings every Saturday from 1-4 p.m. See store for details, or call (850) 763-1366. The Mall is at 2150 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.... Full story

Glenwood BBQ cookoff

PANAMA CITY, FL - The fourth annual Glenwood BBQ Cook-Off and Red Velvet Cake Competition has been rescheduled for 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. June 20 at Tommy Oliver Stadium behind Bay High School.     Barbecue contestants come to the cookoff... Full story

Shakespeare by the Bay

PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL -  Shakespeare by the Bay presents "A Midsummer Night's Dream" in June.     Performances are June 19-20 at 7:30 p.m. in the Amelia Center Theatre at Gulf Coast Community College, June 24 at 7 p.m. outdoors on... Full story

All American Music Festival

PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL - The All American Music Festival will be on July 5 from 4-9 p.m. "On the Green" next to the Beachcomber (17101 Front Beach Road) on the gulf. There will be fun for the entire family. Food will be barbecue, hamburgers, and... Full story

Carolinas schedule CD-release

PANAMA CITY, FL - A CD release performance for "Songbook 1: Moonlight or the Ghost" by the Carolinas will be at 7 p.m. Friday, June 19, at The Axis Venue, 2355 St. Andrews Blvd. in Panama City. The opening act is Savannah Jane, and the cover charge... Full story

'The world's best wine salesman': Chan Cox's world keeps growing

Thomas J. Monigan, Florida Freedom Newspapers

PANAMA CITY, FL - Born in south Alabama, Chan Cox figured out pretty quickly what was most popular when he started working for Standard Distributing in the early 1970s. Jack Kugelman's liquor distributorship was a wholesale heavyweight based in Pensacola.... Full story

Panama City Mall to host women’s expo

PANAMA CITY, FL - The third annual Panhandle Women's Expo will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Panama City Mall.     The event will feature seminars on cooking, self-defense, floral arrangements and health. A variety of vendors... Full story

Kid's Party

PANAMA CITY, FL  - Borders Bookstore at Pier Park will host a Kid's Party to celebrate the summer on June 27 at 2 p.m. We will hold activities to celebrate summer and summer reading. Local author Tim Thomas will be signing copies of his book Didyano. The... Full story

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