PANAMA CITY BEACH − A decades-old effort effort to boost tourism on the Beach continues to pose annual challenges not just for local officials, but also for residents and visitors caught in the ...

The race sold out with 450 participants, ranging from serious runners to first timers. The Spring Thunder Beach Rally is underway in Panama City Beach, bringing thousands of motorcyclists and an ...

Panama City Beach Police Chief J.R. Talamantez has expressed frustration with spring break-related chaos. The chief clarified he welcomes college students but wants to deter non-students and armed ...

PANAMA CITY BEACH − With spring break looming, many locals wonder whether Panama City Beach is still a "spring break town." The question persists because of Panama City Beach Police Chief J.R.

Panama City Beach has implemented specific rules for the month of March to manage spring break crowds. Beachgoers are advised to swim near guarded areas and pay attention to the beach flag warning ...

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) -Panama City Mayor Allan Branch got a glimpse of Panama City Police’s spring break operations Saturday night. “The ride along with the chief of police, Mark Smith, was a ...

Panama City Beach's police chief questioned if the city should remain a spring break destination after a difficult 2025 season. Chief J.R. Talamantez clarified his position, stating the city cannot ...

Panama City Beach's effort to boost tourism led to it becoming a spring break destination, which has created ongoing challenges. Officials enacted ordinances around 2015 to curb unruly behavior, ...