Here are a few ‘behind the scenes’ images from the ‘Room 171’ podcast interview with Madison Ross, successful graduate student of the Digital Photography Technology Program at Florida Panhandle Technical College, filmed…
Robert Earl Brown Jr, 63 of Cottondale, Florida Passes on May 1, 2025
Robert Earl Brown Jr “Bobby”, 63 of Cottondale, Florida went home to be with the Lord on May 1, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Bobby was born on…
Panama City, Florida Police Department Seeks Assistance in Locating Missing Adult Larry Hall
The Panama City Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing and endangered adult. Larry Hall is a 58-year-old white male with white hair and blue eyes. He is…
How to Detect and Prevent Blood Clots Before It’s Too Late
Blood clots often form silently—but when they block critical blood vessels, they can trigger a heart attack or stroke without warning. Understanding the early signs and knowing how to lower your risk…
Washington County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Advises of Ongoing Scam Impersonation of County Planning Department
Washington County Sheriff’s Office has been made aware of a scam where someone is impersonating the Washington County Planning Department asking for fees regarding Planning and Zoning. Please be advised that the…
Symptoms, Causes, Treatments and Natural Approaches to Eczema
Eczema is a chronic skin condition affecting about 10 percent of the U.S. population. Eczema, also called atopic dermatitis, is a group of inflammatory skin conditions that cause swelling, dryness, itchiness, and…
Michael Felton Heptinstall, 63 of Bonifay, Florida Passes on May 2, 2025
Michael Felton Heptinstall, age 63, of Bonifay, Florida went to be with his heavenly father on May 2, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on May 10,…
Vernon, Florida City Council to Meet in Workshop Session on Monday, May 5, 2025
The City Council of Vernon, Florida will meet for their regular Monthly Workshop Session on Monday, May 5, 2025 at 5:30PM, as seen in the agenda (below).
FPTC Graduate Photographer Kimberly Knight Documents Rex Lumber Snowscape in Graceville, Florida
Florida Panhandle Technical College in Chipley, Florida continues to encourage and produce successful photographers, drone technicians, video producers, business owners and artists, as highlighted in these captured images of Rex Lumber in…
Florida Panhandle Technical College Television Production Technology Students Work on Interview Skills
Florida Panhandle Technical College Television Production Technology students worked in Studio B on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, as seen in these ‘behind the scenes’ interview images by FPTC students Trey Earnest, Katarinna…
‘Room 171’ Podcast Interview with Trey Earnest, Television Production Student at Florida Panhandle Technical College
‘Room 171’ Podcast Interview with Trey Earnest, Television Production Technology Program student at Florida Panhandle Technical College. Filmed in Studio B, the production facility of the college in Chipley, Florida on April…
Florida Panhandle Technical College NOW REGISTERING for Welding-Financial Aid Available
Florida Panhandle Technical College is NOW REGISTERING for Welding, one of the hottest (literally) and best-paying jobs around. Call or drop by to see what your options might be, and financial aid…
‘Best of The Real Florida’ Winners Announced for Annual Recognition
For several months ‘Real Florida Magazine’ solicited readers and Facebook subscribers to nominate their choices for the best local providers, in several categories of goods, services and events in the ‘Real Florida’….
May 3 is International Drone Day
International Drone Day is celebrated on the first Saturday of May every year. This year, it falls on May 3. This holiday raises awareness of drones and their various applications in the…
Emergency Management Advises that Drivers Will Encounter Traffic Disruptions in Central Florida Panhandle Area
Bay County: Holmes County: Jackson County: Washington County: All planned construction activities are weather dependent and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. Drivers are reminded to pay attention to…
First Autonomous, Driverless Semi Trailers Are Running Regular Long Haul Routes on United States Highways
Driverless trucks are officially running their first regular long-haul routes, making roundtrips between Dallas and Houston. On Thursday, autonomous trucking firm Aurora announced it launched commercial service in Texas under its first…
James L. Ruschmeier, 86 of Chipley, Florida Passes on May 1, 2025
James L. Ruschmeier, age 86, of Chipley, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on May 1, 2025, at Sacred Heart Bay Medical Center in Panama City, Florida. James was born…
National Teachers Week is Celebrated During the First Full Week in May
Join us as we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, May 5–9, 2025. During Teacher Appreciation Week, communities across the country come together to recognize the more than 3.8 million public school educators who work…
Florida Panhandle Technical College Photography Students Work With Special Effects in Studio B
Florida Panhandle Technical College students work with products such as talc to capture interesting effects along with strobes, as seen in these images (below) of and by Photography students in Studio B,…
National Weather Service Advises Cold Front to Bring Showers and Thunderstorms on Saturday, May 3, 2025
A cold front will bring a broken line of showers and thunderstorms into the area Saturday morning, slowly moving across the area through the day Saturday. Gusty, locally damaging wind gusts and…