Bay County Approves New Housing Development
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EGLIN, HURLBURT CONSIDERING SUICIDE PREVENTION LOCAL & STATE | B1 PANAMA CITY LOCAL & STATE | B1 GULF POWER RECOGNIZES LINEWORKER APPRECIATION DAY Monday, August 26, 2019 www.newsherald.com @The_News_Herald facebook.com/panamacitynewsherald 75¢ Bay County approves new housing development By Patrick McCreless be at the end of Coastal Palms to 66 single-family homes. their privacy. Some residents developer also agreed to install [email protected] Boulevard in the unincor- The second phase will include expressed concerns that enhanced drainage and fenc- @PCNHPatrickM porated beaches area. The another 45 single-family people living in the townhomes ing on the west and northwest development is just the latest homes while the third and final would have easy viewing into lots. PANAMA CITY BEACH — in a series of new housing phase will have 62 townhome their backyards. Still others “This is zoned R5 so they A new housing development projects announced in recent units. were worried the development could build up to 100 feet high could soon pop up across from months as the area continues The project was approved would lead to more stormwa- if they wanted,” said Ian Crel- the Naval Support Activity. rebuilding from Hurricane with stipulations added to ter flooding in the area. ling, community development The proposed 40-acre Michael. address concerns some resi- Under the final agreement, director for Bay County. “The development of single-fam- The developer, Coastal dents living by the proposed the development will limit developer is willing to limit ily houses and townhomes, Palms Development, plans to project had about the devel- construction height to 30 feet himself.” approved by the Bay County build the project in phases, opment of the nearby wetlands on the west side of the project Commission last week, will with the first containing up and the possible erosion of and 45 feet for the rest. The See HOUSING, A3 Iranian envoy gets surprise G-7 invite By Sylvie Corbet, Lori Hinnant and Darlene Superville The Associated Press BIARRITZ, France — A top Iranian official paid an unannounced visit Sunday to the G-7 summit and headed straight toward the heart of the city where leaders of the world’s major democracies have been debating how to handle the country’s nuclear ambitions. France’s surprise invitation of Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif was a high-stakes gamble for French President Emmanuel Macron, Bay County lifeguard Adam Boyer keeps watch over Panama City Beach near Rick Seltzer Park on Friday. [JOSHUA BOUCHER/THE NEWS who is the host of the Group of HERALD] Seven gathering in Biarritz. See SUMMIT, A3 Stretched to the breaking point Two storm surges a the year of back-to-back 20-24, double red flags flew First responders privately severe test for beach nightmares. up and down the beachfront, say the system was stretched SPORTS| C1 responders For five days in June, the warning that the water was to the breaking point, despite Gulf of Mexico turned from a closed to swimming. Never- reinforcements to the normal WHO, WHAT By Ed Offley dazzling emerald mirror into theless, hundreds of tourists Beach & Surf patrol by city [email protected] a killing zone of pounding ignored the ban, forcing the police and to the Bay County STOOD OUT surf and dangerous rip cur- city’s Beach & Surf Patrol Sheriff’s Office patrol on PANAMA CITY BEACH rents that claimed the lives of – reinforced by city Fire- the unincorporated county DURING — For first responders four swimmers. Rescue, EMS and police beach segments. along the Gulf of Mexico During that seemingly officers – to venture into the FSU FALL beachfront, 2019 has been endless period from June churning water to save them. See BEACH, A4 PRACTICE? Panama City News Herald Diversions ...................B6 Sports......................C1-5 TODAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY Want to subscribe? Local & State ............ B1-5 Time & Money .............A7 T-storms A t-storm T-shower Call 850-747-5050 Obituaries ................... B3 Viewpoints ................. A6 86° / 77° 87° / 78° 89° / 75° * ** A2 Monday, August 26, 2019 | The News Herald GO & DO CELEBRATE COMMUNITY TODAY IN HISTORY Monday, Aug. 26 BAY COUNTY COUNCIL PICTURE PERFECT Today is Monday, Aug. ON AGING MEETING: 10 26, the 238th day of 2019. a.m. in the fellowship hall We want your photos: Post your photos to the News Herald Facebook page with your name, city of There are 127 days left in of First Baptist Church of residence and information about the photo. You can email photos to [email protected]. the year. Fountain, 18906 North Hwy Highlight in History: 231, Fountain, Fla. Details: On August 26, 1920, the 850-769-3468. 19th Amendment to the MAKER MONDAY: 2-4 p.m. U.S. Constitution, guaran- at the Bay County Public teeing American women's Library, 898 W. 11th St., right to vote, was certifi ed Panama City. The library will in effect by Secretary of supply the art cart fi lled with State Bainbridge Colby. supplies, Cricut papercutting On this date: machine, sewing machines, In 1883, the island volcano and 3D printer. All ages Krakatoa began cataclys- welcome. Details at NWRLS. mic eruptions, leading to com a massive explosion the BOOK DRAGONS: 4 p.m. following day. at the Bay County Public In 1910, Thomas Edison Library, 898 W. 11th St., demonstrated for report- Panama City. For teens ers an improved version of ages 11 and up. Book talks his Kinetophone, a device and snacks. Discuss a book for showing a movie with that you've read and tell synchronized sound. staff what you'd like to see In 1944, French Gen. happening for teens in your Charles de Gaulle braved library. Details at NWRLS. the threat of German com snipers as he led a victory GATOR GATHERING WITH march in Paris, which STEVE SPURRIER: 5:45 had just been liberated p.m. in the Fellowship by the Allies from Nazi Hall at Hiland Park Bap- occupation. tist Church, 2611 U.S. 231, In 1957, the Soviet Union Panama City. Hosted by announced it had suc- the Panhandle Gator Club. cessfully tested an Pre-registration required. All intercontinental ballistic proceeds will go to the PGC missile. scholarship fund. Details: In 1958, Alaskans went to Mike Varner 850-527-7184. the polls to overwhelm- MONSTER MOVIE MONDAYS ingly vote in favor of - 'THE WOLFMAN': 7 p.m. statehood. at the Panama City Center In 1968, the Democratic for the Arts, 19 E. Fourth St., National Convention Panama City. Presented by opened in Chicago; the the Martin Theatre. four-day event that resulted in the nomination Tuesday, Aug. 27 of Hubert H. Humphrey for SEASIDE FARMERS MARKET: president was marked by 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the a bloody police crackdown amphitheater at Seaside. on antiwar protesters in Free and open to the public. the streets. Get fresh produce, baked In 1974, Charles Lindbergh goods, dairy products, — the fi rst man to fl y solo, native plants and other non-stop across the Atlan- unique offerings. Find local tic — died at his home in specialties that will help Hawaii at age 72. sustain growers. Enjoy live music at every market. YOUNG ARTIST Wednesday, Aug. 28 OPEN MIC: 6-8 p.m. EDT at Bowery Station, 17 Avenue F, Suite C, Apalachicola. All levels of talent are welcome. Howard Houk of Panama City Beach emailed this photo, writing, “And a good night to the summer concert series Details at BoweryStation.us in Panama City Beach.” [CONTRIBUTED] Friday, Aug. 30 F:/STOP NORTH FLORIDA: Opening reception 6-8 p.m. at Panama City Center for the Arts, 19 E. Fourth St., FLORIDA Panama City. Free and LOTTERY open to the public. Awards announced at 7 p.m. Meet LOTTO the photographers, enjoy Wednesday's jackpot is $3 light refreshments. Details at million PCCenterForTheArts.com Aug. 24: 9-10-19-26-31-34 DON GRIFFITHS EXHIBIT: BIRTHDAYS FANTASY 5 Opening at the Panama CATCH OF THE DAY Aug. 24: 17-18-27-30-34 City Center for the Arts, PICK 2 19 E. Fourth St., Panama We want to see your Aug. 25: Midday: 8-5 City. Solo show honoring catch of the day: Post Aug. 24: Evening: 8-1 last year's winner of the F:/ your photos to the PICK 3 Stop competition. Free and News Herald Facebook Aug. 25: Midday: 5-7-9 open to the public. Details at page with your name, Aug. 24: Evening: 7-9-4 PCCenterForTheArts.com city of residence and PICK 4 PEPSI GULF COAST JAM: 2 information about the Aug. 25: Midday: 2-7-8-4 p.m. to midnight at Frank photo. Email photos to Aug. 24: Evening: 6-4-6-8 Brown Park in Panama City [email protected]. PICK 5 Beach for three days of Aug. 25: Midday: 9-8-5-1-9 'Country on the Coast' with Bollinger Aug. 24: Evening: 8-8-0-2-0 Tim McGraw, Jason Aldean JACKPOT TRIPLE PLAY and Kid Rock. Details: Gulf- Chas Bollinger of Tuesday's jackpot: $2 CoastJam.com Panama City is 11. million CENTRAL SQUARE CINEMA - Aug. 23: 3-18-27-33-40-45 'THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS': POWERBALL 8 p.m. at the amphitheatre in Wednesday's jackpot is Seaside. Free admission. 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