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The Hurricane Center has released the latest on Hurricane Isaias, with impacts expected from Okaloosa to Franklin counties.
President Donald Trump has approved an emergency declaration for Florida, making federal assistance available to support the state’s response to Hurricane Isaias, FEMA announced.
Here is a county-by-county and base-by-base breakdown of active evacuation orders, timelines, and shelter details.
A vehicle has been recovered at Clifford Sims Park after crashing into St. Joe Bay.
Gulf County Emergency Management says RV owners in other low-lying or flood-prone areas are strongly encouraged to voluntarily relocate to a safer location.
Tropical Storm Isaias is prompting widespread closures across Northwest Florida.
As part of best safety practices ahead of Hurricane Isaias, you should know your zone.
Each county in the Panhandle has its own Emergency Alert notification system.
Gulf District Schools has issued another statement regarding the closure on Friday.
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Byron Donalds makes an appearance in Port St. Joe ahead of the November election.
Chance Gainer’s mother files lawsuit two years after son's death
Port St. Joe community prepares to honor Chance Gainer on day named after him.
Gulf County is providing free ECG/EKG heart screenings this Friday.
Starting now, you can nominate everyday heroes in your community for the Outstanding Community Member Awards, and you have until September 30th.
Gulf District Schools confirms Port St. Joe Jr./Sr. High School principal Ron Hensley has resigned.
Gulf County Sheriff defends flock camera usage.
An exciting special to help local residents navigate those challenges with simple, practical, and budget-friendly solutions will premiere on Sept 18.
The sheriff says the use of the technology on non-state right-of-ways remains uninterrupted.
While many are heading out to the polls today, some people around the Panhandle jumped on early voting.
Officials urge you to check on your assigned precinct, sample ballot, and any last-minute changes on your county supervisor of elections website before heading out.
Gulf County officials told NewsChannel7 they aren’t too worried it will impact tourism since the area has many more things to offer.
FWC announced the closure of the Gulf County Zone for the 2026 bay scallop season.
A new family medicine residency program at Ascension Sacred Heart Gulf Hospital is bringing crucial clinical training to rural Panhandle communities to help expand healthcare access.
Early voting continues in the Panhandle, stretching across our ten counties, wrapping up this Saturday.
The temporary moratorium was approved by a 4-1 vote.
Tropical Storm Bertha brings waves and continual concerns over coastal erosion in Cape San Blas.
Two popular state parks have been shut down in the wake of the tropical storm.
State exemption covers batteries, generators, and other disaster supplies
Emergency management encourages sign-ups for Alert Gulf and a special medical needs program
While the Panhandle is no stranger to severe weather impacts, Franklin County Sheriff A.J. Smith is reminding the public to stay cautious.
A Boy Scout’s dream became a reality for Troop 47 in Port St. Joe.
Wewahitchka mourns the loss of student following UTV accident.
The Florida Highway Patrol responded to the scene and is now leading the investigation.
A man was arrested after police said he displayed a knife in a threatening manner at Duren’s Piggly Wiggly in Port St. Joe.
The project will allow the college to expand educational opportunities for Gulf and Franklin counties, according to college officials.
The Gulf County Sheriff’s Office says it remains committed to protecting the children in its community and ensuring that those who seek to harm them are held accountable.
In one instance, witnesses stated the victim was “soaked.”
Bay County Republican Party hosts debate as race heats up for the first without Neal Dunn since 2016.
Deputies said there was never a threat to students or staff, and classes resumed.
One man is dead after a crash with another car between State Road 22 and Jarrott Daniels Road.
The precautionary boil water notice issued on May 3 for all of St. Joe Beach to Overstreet has been lifted.
9 out of 10 counties in NewsChannel 7's coverage area are under burn bans.
The Gulf County Sheriff’s Office has provided more details in a murder suicide that happened Monday afternoon.
The Gulf County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a death investigation involving two people at a home in the Stone Mill Creek community.
Community members gathered to honor Clifford Chester Sims, a Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, as his memorial statue was unveiled at the Gulf County Public Library.