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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

POLITICAL PERSPECTIVE Recapping 2020 Election Results

DEFENSE INTEL Army National Guard Relocates

12 HEALTH COVID-19 Vaccines: Giving Hope in 2021 16 EDUCATION Bay District School's New State-of-The-Art STEM Curriculum 22 TECHNOLOGY Real Talk About Passwords 26

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BIZ LIST

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The Bay Biz is published quarterly by the Bay County Chamber of Commerce. POSTMASTER send address changes to: Bay County Chamber, PO Box 1850, Panama City, FL 32402 or email ashlee@baychamberfl.com. The Bay Biz welcomes story ideas from its readers. To have your story added, please email ashlee@baychamberfl.com. To request additional copies, call 850-785-5206.

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Thank goodness 2020 is in the rear-view mirror. It's onward and upward now.

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Although the Chamber Annual Dinner and Awards ceremony has been rescheduled, our work has begun. Chris Moore, our 2021 Chairman of the Board, has jumped in and assumed his role at all levels. We’re excited starting the first quarter off. A ceremonial passing of the gavel took place at the January First Friday from Andrew Rowell to Chris. Of course it lacked the glitz and glamour of the annual dinner, but we’ll do it up right this summer with a proper celebration of Andrew’s chairmanship. We’ve once again developed an aggressive business plan, and are already addressing issues and opportunities in the document. Please visit panamacity.org to review the document. There are many opportunities for involvement and we encourage you to get involved whether it be serving on committees or tuning in to our virtual events to stay on top of what your Chamber is doing and to stay informed on community growth and development.

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2002 Karen Hanes

We begin the year with a new team member, Ashlee Davis, as our Vice President of Communications. Ashlee comes to us from the Eufaula Chamber of Commerce, and I hope that you’ll welcome her to the Chamber family. You can read more about Ashlee in the bizlist in this issue. I couldn’t write this message without the mention of a few of our Past Chairs of the Board of Directors. Within a 13-month period, this organization lost five of its amazing leaders, of which I personally worked with over the years, and they’ve all left me with fond memories and of course had a huge impact on this organization and community. It is with a heavy heart we remember and never forget, Karen Hanes, Hugh Roche, Joe Tannehill, Fred Lindholm and John Robbins. Thank you for the memories my friends! Although I don’t want to give COVID 19 any more press than it deserves, I do want to remind you to please do your part to prevent the spread of this horrible virus that has changed our lives. It doesn’t take much effort and I know everyone has an opinion, but apparently our lack of response to the warning signs and constant reminders has sent it into overdrive. Please do your part so our community and country can find some normalcy in the near

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Cheers to a great 2021!

Meetings are happening, some in person and some virtually, but we’re working. Our annual trip to Tallahassee will certainly be different this year as all appointments will be virtual, but our team of subject matter experts will assemble and conduct meetings with Senator Gainer, Representative Trumbull and numerous agencies.

The Chamber’s 2021 Legislative Agenda is available for your review

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on our website, panamacity.org.

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political perspective Recapping 2020 Election Results by: Melissa Lupton, VP of Governmental Affairs, Bay County Chamber of Commerce

he 2020 has certainly been a year of change with no exception to the results following the November elections. This article will give you a recap of local, state,

individuals cast their vote by mail this year.

and federal results with an inside look at what changes are to

Incumbent and new candidates have taken office. These include

come and how it affects you, your business, and your community.

President Joseph Biden, who lost the popular vote in Bay County.

Let’s start with statistics. Bay County saw roughly 75% of the

that didn’t stop citizens from paying their civic duty. Some 28,446

Others being Congressman Neal Dunn and Representative Jay

124,653 registered voters hit the polls during the November 2020

Trumbull both reelected into their positions and newly elected

election with just over 93,000 ballots cast. While voter’s decision

County Commissioner, Doug Moore took office in November filling

on how to cast their vote may have been different than year’s past

an unexpired term for District 4.

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The retention of Supreme Court Justice Carlos G. Muniz, District Court of Appeal Judge Joseph Lewis Jr., Judge Scott Makar, Judge Rachel Norbdy, Judge Tim Osterhaus, Judge Clay Roberts, and Judge Adam S. Tanenbaum passed. Also elected were John P. Smith, Beach Mosquito Control District Seat 3; David Holt, Lake Powell Community Development District Seat 1; and Jeremy Robinson, Lake Powell Community Development District Seat 4. Bay County citizens were also called to vote on six statewide ballot measures amending the Constitution in Florida. There were four citizen initiatives and two referred by the Florida Legislature. Two of the four citizen initiatives were passed with both Legislature items passing. Amendment 1 was approved and has changed the constitution to state that only citizens, rather than every citizen, who are 18 years old or older can vote in federal, state, local, and school elections in the state of Florida. The two candidates that received the highest votes would advance to the general election. If only two candidates qualified, no primary would be held, and the winner would be determined in the general election. The popular vote in Bay County was to pass this amendment, however, in the end the amendment was defeated. Also defeated in the general election was Amendment 4, requiring future constitutional amendments to be passed twice. The proposal would have applied the current threshold for passage to each of the two elections. Both Amendments 5 and 6 were referred by the Florida Legislature concerning property taxes. Amendment 5 increases the period during which a person may transfer “Save Our Homes” benefits to a new homestead property from two years to three years. Amendment 6 allows a homestead property tax discount to be transferred to the surviving spouse of a deceased veteran. Both of these amendments were passed on a local level.

Amendment 2 was designed to increase Florida’s minimum wage from $8.56 in 2020 to $15 by 2026. This amendment passing means that each year minimum wage will increase by about 10% each year until reaching the $15 mark. Florida will now become the first state to increase the states minimum wage to $15 per hour through a ballot measure implementing the highest minimum wage rate of any ballot measure as of 2020. While the popular vote in Bay County was not to pass, the amendment ultimately passed throughout the state. If passed, Amendment 3 would have established top-two open primaries, meaning all candidates for an office, including party nominated candidates would appear on the same primary ballot.

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defense intel Army National Guard Relocates by: Melissa Lupton, VP of Governmental Affairs, Bay County Chamber of Commerce

orthwest Florida Beaches International Airport was thought to be crazy for relocating, receiving claims that it was a huge mistake for the community. Com-

munity leaders in support of the relocation even receiving a threat

fice has been up and running well over 40 years. Now offering the services of recruitment in their new Panama City Beach location, a fully operational armory, and readiness center at their Panama City Office.

or two. However, one decade later the airport continues to see growth with terminal expansions and even a few new neighbors.

The state mission of the Florida Army National Guard, as men-

One of which is soon to be the Florida Army National Guard.

tioned by the Florida National Guard’s official website, reads as

The Army National Guard dates back to 1636 and offers individuals

der federal control, they report to the governor through the state

the opportunity to serve their country while also allowing them

Adjutant General. Each of the 54 National Guard organizations are

the opportunity to spend more time at home. The Guard typically

supervised by the Adjutant General of the state or territory. Under

only requires one weekend each month with a two-week training

state law, the Army National Guard provides protection of life,

period once each year. The Army National Guard’s Panama City of-

property and preserves peace, order, and public safety. These mis-

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follows “When Army National Guard units are not mobilized or un-

Authority approved steps to move forward with the Florida Army National Guard in their plans to lease 25 acres at the Airport. The Florida Army National Guard has developed preliminary plans and is working with the Airport Authority on the permitting for the property and its future development. The new Readiness Center and Armory will have nearly a hundred National Guard members and roughly a dozen civilian employees. Additionally, the location at the Airport provides for additional missions as necessary to meet the needs of the Florida National Guard.

sions are accomplished through emergency relief support during natural disasters such as floods, earthquakes and forest fires; search and rescue operations; support to civil defense authorities; maintenance of vital public services and counterdrug operations.” Bay County experienced firsthand the Guard’s role in community support following hurricane Michael. However, their involvement doesn’t stop there. With over 10,000 Florida Army National Guard service members, the Guard has played a large role in COVID-19 missions, riot control, and disaster relief. Plans are in motion to move their Readiness Center and Armory from their current Lisenby Avenue location in Panama City to the Airport. The old facility in Panama City was severely damaged during Hurricane Michael. In February of 2019, the Airport

Following Hurricane Michael, the guard set up a temporary facility at Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport and discovered the convenience the location offered. The new partnership was very well received by Airport Executive Director, Parker McClellan in stating that he believes the Airport’s assets provide an opportunity for the Guard to fulfill their missions. “The runway at ECP will be an asset to the FNG, but is not required for their mission in our region. The Airport provides a platform for other resources to easily and more rapidly get into the region and community, if we have another Hurricane Michael,” said McClellan. Following the approval of the lease during the February 2019 Airport Authority Board meeting, the Guard was granted the ability to request federal funding for the facility. While construction is not yet underway, the plan remains in motion. The relocation of this facility and close partnership with Guard will continue to be wonderful assets to the community.

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health COVID-19 Vaccines: Giving Hope in 2021 by: By Heather Kretzer, Public Information Officer for the Florida Department of Health in Bay County

lorida is currently leading the nation in vaccinating seniors. The Florida Department of Health in Bay County (DOH-Bay), in partnership with the Florida Department

hospital providers. Any updates to priority groups from vaccination will be announced through https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/

of Health, Florida Division of Emergency Management, Bay County

covid-19-vaccines-in-florida/. DOH-Bay will follow the plans laid

Emergency Management, Emerald Coast Medical Association,

out by State leadership. The State of Florida provides a daily report

Panama City Surgery Center, and Nations Best Community Health

detailing COVID-19 vaccination efforts at http://ww11.doh.state.

Care are providing COVID-19 vaccination sites in Bay County. DOH-

fl.us/comm/_partners/covid19_report_archive/vaccine/vaccine_re-

Bay continues to fight to protect health and safety as the rollout of

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COVID-19 vaccine continues. Our goal is to provide all vaccines we receive to the community within seven days of receipt.

The best way to find out about available vaccine appointments

“In Bay County, seniors 65 and older make-up nearly 75 percent

‘bayhealth’ to 888777 or visiting bit.ly/bayhealthalert. People

of COVID-19 related deaths and nearly 65 percent of COVID-19

who are not in this priority population for vaccination are asked to

hospitalizations,” said Sandon S. Speedling, MHS, CPM, CPH,

assist family members, friends or neighbors who may need help

Administrator and Health Officer for DOH-Bay. “Vaccinating this

with online registration.

priority population will help reduce serious COVID-19 illnesses and

and persons deemed to be extremely vulnerable to COVID-19 by

with DOH-Bay is by signing up for alerts. You can do this by texting

deaths.”

Seniors who do not have internet access, have difficulty using the

As of January 20, the COVID-19 vaccine is currently authorized

tion may call the DOH-Bay at (850) 872-4455. Hours are Monday

for long term care facility residents and staff, persons 65 years of

through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Please know phone lines

age and older, health care personnel with direct patient contact,

may be busy due to high demand.

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internet or who have no one to assist them with online registra-

Below are questions from the consent form for the Moderna vaccine are available at Bay.FloridaHealth.gov. Those making an appointment are encouraged to review the consent information and consult with their healthcare provider before receiving the vaccine.

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Do you have today or have you had at any time in the last 10 days a fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea?

“To ensure that all seniors 65 and older have access to make an appointment, DOH-Bay utilizes a mix of online appointments and appointments by phone,” said Sandon S. Speedling, MHS, CPM,

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COVID-19 infection within the last 10 days?

CPH, Administrator and Health Officer for DOH-Bay. “If you have Internet access or assistance with online registration, we ask that you please reserve our phone lines for those who have limited

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locations. To make an appointment, visit https://www.publix.com/ covid-vaccine. Governor Ron DeSantis announced the partnership on January 12 saying that each location would be able to provide 100 to 125 vaccines daily.

Have you had a severe allergic reaction (e.g. needed epinephrine or hospital care) to a previous dose of this vaccine or to

digital literacy.” Publix is now offering COVID-19 vaccination at all five Bay County

Have you tested positive for and/or been diagnosed with

any of the ingredients in this vaccine?

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Have you had any other vaccinations in the last 14 days (e.g. influenza vaccine, etc.)?

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Have you had any COVID-19 Antibody therapy within the last 90 days (e.g. Regeneron, Bamlanivimab, COVID Convalescent Plasma, etc.)?

The Florida Department of Health has created a vaccine locator site at https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/vaccines/vaccine-locator/. The vaccine is available to all persons who meet the authorization criteria. You can receive the vaccine in any county; you are not limited to your home county. If you live outside of Bay County, please consider how you will receive your second dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. Different regions and States may have access to different vaccine types. Vaccines cannot be mixed. If you start with a Moderna vaccine, you must complete the Moderna series. In Bay County, we are currently providing the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. This vaccine received Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) from the Food and Drug Administration on December 30. The FDA says the Moderna vaccine is proven to be highly effective against COVID-19. The Moderna vaccine is an mRNA vaccine that can most

If you answered ‘yes’ to any of the above screening questions, please consult with your healthcare provider before making an appointment. If possible, please print and complete the consent form and bring it to the vaccination appointment. Anyone who has allergic reactions that requires an epi pen should bring it to the appointment. In Bay County alone, there are nearly 31,000 seniors age 65 and older. Please remember there are tens of thousands of people trying to register at this time for a limited number of vaccines. This is a historic mass vaccination effort and it is going to take some time to vaccinate everyone who wants to be vaccinated. Your patience and understanding are essential and appreciated.

easily be described as instructions for the cell on how to make a

While the COVID-19 vaccine is a monumental step toward getting

piece of the “spike protein” that is unique to SARS-CoV-2. Once

this disease under control in Florida, the department continues to

displayed on the cell surface, the spike protein causes the immune

encourage common-sense precautions against the spread of the

system to begin producing antibodies, which means the immune

virus, including frequent hand washing, wearing face masks, main-

system is primed to protect against future infection. All persons

taining six feet of social distancing and staying home when sick.

indicated for vaccination should receive 2 doses at least 1 month (28 days) apart. mRNA COVID-19 vaccines are not interchangeable with each other or with other COVID-19 vaccine products. To learn more about the Moderna vaccine visit https://www.modernatx. com/ or https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/ different-vaccines/Moderna.html.

Sources:

Other vaccines for COVID-19 are being developed and tested, but

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some might be ready before others. At first, COVID-19 vaccines

might be used under an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). We also know there may be a limited supply of COVID-19 vaccines through the end of 2020, but supply will continually increase. Since supplies may be limited to start, some groups may be recommended to get a COVID-19 vaccine first. Vaccine doses will be given at no cost;

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Centers for Disease Control (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/index.html Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Vaccine Information Page: https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/covid-19-vaccines-inflorida/

however, providers may charge an administration fee.

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education Bay District School's New State-ofThe-Art STEM Curriculum by: Sharon Michalik, Director of Communications, Bay District Schools

ince the inception of formal education, schools have been associated with reading, writing and arithmetic (the proverbial three Rs), but Bay District Schools (BDS)

is thrilled to be adding another “R” with the inclusion of robotics classes at all levels.

work. Our programs are aligned with the emerging global economy – rich with technology, driven by industry demands and infused with entrepreneurial spirit.” The entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well throughout Bay District

Recently, the District was able to purchase a state-of-the-art

Schools, according to Career and Technical Education (CTE)

curriculum program known as Woz Ed. This Science, Technology,

Coordinator, Beth Patterson. “We are prepping students for the

Engineering and Math (STEM) education program designed by

workplace but also for life,” she said. “CTE teaches soft skills, the

Steve Wozniak (one of the co-founders of Apple Computers), is

ones you need on the job market but the ones that are also useful

focused on teaching students the “soft” skills they need to be life-

at the college and university level. We’re focused on looking at

long learners and collaborators. With a focus on problem solving

what students need to graduate and making sure we provide them

and critical thinking, Woz Ed students also garner some very real,

with as many opportunities as possible.”

and marketable, skill sets like coding, creating artificial intelligence and flying drones.

For example, she said, BDS middle and high school students are

While BDS would love to roll out something like this for all stu-

classes. “We hope, perhaps as early as next year, to be able to take

dents, at all schools, district leaders had to be thoughtful about

our students onto the highly-competitive robotic competition

the placement of the program at schools where they knew there

circuit,” Patterson explained.

were teachers ready to tackle these highly-technical lessons and technology. So, this year, students at Callaway, Hiland Park, Hutchison Beach, Lucille Moore, Merriam Cherry Street, Northside, Parker

their curriculum “is a convergence of the worlds of education and

getting their hands on VEX robots in their science and engineering

Breakfast Point Academy Principal Clint Whitfield said technology and robots are woven throughout the curriculum at his school.

and Tyndall Elementary schools will have access to these courses.

“Our students have built one Lego robot and two VEX robots,” he

Teachers in those schools have been equipped with a variety of

robots, we’re constructing obstacle courses for the robots so

tools like 3-D printers, Drones, Block and Text Coding tools, Robots

students can master the controls and programming skills needed

and Cyber Security simulations. According to the Woz Ed program,

to operate robots in the real world.”

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said. “After the students have the chance to test and refine their

All coding classes, he said, “use the Scratch block coding website

Patterson said. “I am excited for the opportunities these students

from MIT to build understanding of coding.” Students also “use

will have, and for the myriad of ways in which they can use these

Tinkercad which is a part of Autocad for 3D printing.”

certifications out in the world.”

Throughout the district, CTE programs continue to grow expo-

At the middle school level, CTE is alive and well with several middle

nentially from 61 industry certifications earned by BDS students in

school students actually completing high school level work.

2011 to 1,390 submitted to the state for verification and payment in 2020. This growth was achieved despite a Category 5 hurricane in 2018 and pandemic-related school closures in March of 2020. According to Patterson, 4,898 industry certifications were earned by students in the last five years.

Whitfield noted that BPA has “87 students in our CTE Digital Media Program of those 10 earned Spreadsheets certification.” Additionally, 55 students earned Cyber Security certification during the first quarter of this year which compares to a total of 52 students for the 2019-2020 school year.

Currently, one of the most popular CTE courses is Applied Cyber Security. In this program, students learn a plethora of real-world skills, according to teacher Patrick Hair, and have the opportunity to turn that education into industry certifications designed to help them both find jobs in the field and/or apply to rigorous college and university programs. “Our students are learning about the tools and systems used to monitor, mitigate, and prevent online threats,” Hair explained. Hair, who teaches at A. Crawford Mosley High School and is their 2019-2020 Teacher of the Year, added that his students are learning about “computer hardware and software, networking basics, types of security threats, and various topics to prepare them for a career in cybersecurity.” Currently, students in these classes are working towards the “CompTIA IT Fundamentals industry certification, the first in a series of cyber-related certifications,” he added. Patterson noted that CTE programs are not just for those seeking

“Sixteen BPA students are enrolled in a high school Digital Media

an alternative pathway to college. “Our rigorous, state-of-the-art

class and they should be completing their industry certification

CTE programs provide students the background and skills they need to be competitive at the college and university level,” she said, “as well as ensuring that students who are looking for a direct pathway to training at Haney Technical Center have what they need to be successful.” It’s a common misconception, according to Patterson, that CTE students are “vocational” or are not planning to attend college. “To be candid,” Patterson said, “students can take some of these industry certifications and turn them into career opportunities that are very lucrative but many industry certifications are also recognized at the college level and can help our students access

test shortly, “ Whitfield said. High school course code students will also be learning about drones this spring and will have the opportunity to learn how to operate them efficiently. All of these programs come with hefty price tags but BDS recently received a $167,000 infrastructure grant, part of the CARES Act funds to provide new heavy equipment construction simulators and drone equipment at J.R. Arnold High School, new welding equipment for Rutherford High School and a computer lab at North Bay Haven. The district also plans to apply for several large grants to ensure the new STEM Building at Bay High School will feature state-of-the-art allied health equipment and other technological

advanced coursework.”

components not typically funded by state construction dollars.

Another very popular STEM program for BDS is the Drone program,

“While there’s always room for improvement, I have to say that

according to Patterson. “Drones are just becoming a ubiquitous part of our society,” she said. “Amazon is using them, companies are using them in bigger cities to deliver food, farmers are using them to check on crops and power companies are using them to check thousands of miles of lines at a time.” Last summer, BDS celebrated the first student who completed this rigorous process. Michael Hipskind, a Bay High graduate who entered the Army in June of 2020, passed his FAA 107 Certification to fly drones as part of Bay High’s dual-enrolled JROTC drone program with Embry Riddle University. By passing the FAA certifi-

I feel really good about the diverse offerings we have in our CTE program,” Patterson said. “We have some excellent teachers who are passionate about their work and I’m so glad our students can learn from these experts.” All secondary students, she noted, have access to several different CTE classes, industry certifications and career pathways at their schools. Parents who are interested in finding out more about the CTE options at their child’s school are encouraged to check out the dedicated website at https://www.bay.k12.fl.us/cte-2 or speak to the child’s guidance counselor.

cation exam at Haney, Michael became the first BDS CTE Licensed Drone Pilot. “I believe that Michael is just the first of what will be a long line of certified drone pilots graduating from our schools,”

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s Tyndall Air Force Base rebuilds into the Installation of the Future, they aren’t just bringing in new buildings and infrastructure technologies. Tyndall

is one of the first Air Force bases to bring semi-autonomous robot dogs to their Security Forces team. Over the last year, the 325th

physical presence, this also allows defenders the opportunity to focus on training and the base’s overall situational awareness. The computerized canines will be used as a “force multiplier for

Security Forces Squadron has been working to develop a “Virtual

enhanced situational awareness” says Criss. The guard dogs can

Security Operations Center” in partnership with Immersive Wis-

be used as a way for personnel to patrol areas that may be deemed

dom and Ghost Robotics.

undesirable for humans and vehicles. They are given a patrol path

The “dogs” may walk on four legs and resemble just that but they are not intended to replace the military working dog. Maj. Jordan

Tyndall’s defenders to focus their attention on efforts requiring a

that is set and monitored by a noncommissioned officer (NCO) in charge of the Security Forces Electronic Security Sensor System.

Criss, 325th Security Forces Squadron Commander says, “We are

“We will be able to drive them via (Immersive Wisdom in) a vir-

very excited. We are the first unit within the Department of De-

tual-reality headset within our Base Defense Operations Center,”

fense to use this technology for enhanced security patrolling oper-

Criss said. “We will be able to see exactly what the robot dog is

ations”. While assisting with the patrolling operations and allowing

detecting through its mobile camera and sensor platform if de-

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BY: MELISSA LUPTON, VP OF GOVERNMENTAL & MILITARY AFFAIRS sired, we will also be able to issue verbal commands to a person or

Current capabilities of certain static defense equipment could po-

people through a radio attached to the dogs.”

tentially be replaced by this new technology brought by the guard

“Immersive Wisdom and Ghost Robotics are proud to deliver this

dogs, especially those in relation to post disaster and deployment environments. This makes Tyndall Air Force Base, Installation of

enhanced security capability to the 325th Fighter Wing and all the

the Future, the perfect home for the computerized guard dogs

men and women who live and work on Tyndall Air Force Base,”

following the destruction from Category 5, Hurricane Michael in

said Brian Behling, Vice President of Government for Immersive

2018.

Wisdom. “This combination of technologies – Immersive Wisdom’s Virtual C2 shepherding Ghost Robotics’ semi-autonomous canine units – will revolutionize base defense as we know it.”

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technology Real Talk About Passwords by: Aaron Rich, CEO of ARCITECHX IT Consulting

s a guy who runs an IT firm, I can assure you I may have taken Bill Burr’s name in vain a time or two. While most of you would probably say, “Who the

people across the globe for decades to come. Now retired from his life of bureaucracy, he has fessed up to not knowing what he

heck is Bill Burr?”, I would declare to you he is a person that has

was doing when he set the standard for password complexity that

single handedly made your lives more difficult on a DAILY basis.

creeps it’s way into our lives every day. Everything from your email

I’ll get to his apology in a bit. He is truly very sorry. Really, he feels

account to your bank login to your Amazon account to your TikTok

terrible about it.

You see, Burr is the former manager at the US National Institute of

complexity rules across the web were founded, causing grief for

lowercase character, numeral, and special character.

Standards and Technology (NIST). In 2003, Burr drafted an eight-

One thing we can all agree on is that password complexity rules

page guide on how to create secure passwords called the “NIST

are annoying. As Burr retrospectively sums up his torturous ap-

Special Publication 800-63. Appendix A”. That innocuous sounding

proach to passwords “It just drives people bananas and they don’t

document was what outlined the standard by which our password

pick good passwords no matter what you do.”

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getting some password management software like LastPass or 1Password (there’s a bunch of different options) and then protect that account with two-factor authentication and a 15+ character password. We all have an unbelievable amount of passwords these days and without some software to help you manage them it can be daunting. Change your passwords periodically. It’s entirely possible that your service provider can (and will) get hacked at some point. You can mitigate some potential issues by changing your account passwords about every 180 days.

The reality is that most of those factors involved in the standard devised mean very little to making a password harder to hack. Really all Mr; Burr did was make it much harder on humans to remember their passwords and thus actually make it easier for computers. You see, the most significant part that really makes a difference is password length. The less characters you have for your password the far less combinations of potential options a password could be and thus it can be incredibly simple for someone to brute force break your shorter password. It’s just mathematics really. In a 5 character password, the potential combination of characters is about 60 million. That might seem like a big number but certainly not to a high powered computer capable of running through those combinations in quick order. In fact, given the processing power in today’s machines, a 5 character password could be broken in about 0.03 seconds! On the other hand, if you go with a 12 character password there are 475,920,314,814,253,376,475,136 combinations of characters. I’m not certain of how to even pronounce that number but it equates to taking approximately 7.5 million years to break.

Don’t use the same passwords on different accounts. When a breach takes place, it is incredibly easy for the hacker to try your

In today’s world, it is incredibly important to have secure pass-

username and password combination on other sites. Keep in mind

words and protect your personal information. We constantly hear

those hacked passwords are likely to end up on the dark web in

about breaches in security and you’ve probably seen dozens of

quick order. If the passwords are all the same across your online

your friends get their Facebook or email accounts hacked. So

accounts you’ve made it way way way too easy on them.

let’s talk about how to protect yourself and some discuss real tips based on common sense and bureaucrat-free logic that help

So while we look at Bill Burr with scrutiny in hindsight, it’s evident

contribute to a strong password you might actually be able to

in the early ages of the web, a standard came into being that was

remember.

misguided and not rooted in sound mathematics. To that point,

Common Sense Password Techniques

the NIST has in recent years updated their password complexity policy to a more human friendly policy as follows “NIST recom-

Make your passwords 12 or more characters long. Just like we

mends minimizing password complexity requirements, like the

covered above, it’s mathematics that the longer the password

necessary inclusion of upper case letters, symbols, and numbers.”

the more potential combination of possibilities. That does not mean you have to make it a bunch of gibberish for it to work. For

While the future of account security likely lies in artificial intel-

example, the passphrase “LetsTac0boutiT!” is 15 characters and

ligence and machine learning (which we can delve into another

has character variation and is therefore more secure and infinitely

time), it is best to heed some lessons from the shortcomings of

easier to remember than a bunch of random characters. Pro tip:

Mr. Burr’s policy. Take those necessary and simple steps to protect

Stay away from password words that are common things people

your passwords using some of the common sense techniques

can find out about you. Names, birthdays, etc are all things you

mentioned above. And hopefully soon the rest of the world will

should avoid in your passwords.

adapt to some sound and reasonable approaches to password

Please don’t store your passwords on your computer or in a

policies.

Word or Excel file! If someone were to get a hold of that file, it could have pretty significant consequences. Nothing is easier for a hacker than a password file named password.doc. I suggest

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Intellichoice Builders, LLC – Building Smarter starts here! As one of the premier builders

in Bay, Walton and Gulf Counties, Intellichoice Builders brings a fresh level of professionalism and quality to all the projects that they work on. The staff at Intellichoice brings a wealth of knowledge and level of service that is above and beyond the norm. They are state licensed (CGC 1526169) and perform all types of construction: design/build, new construction, remodel, or additions, on both commercial and residential projects. With over 20 years of experience, Robert Yanchis, one of the owners, says, “I’ve worked all over the State of Florida, in numerous states throughout the Southeast and even in the Caribbean, but this area of Florida is unique when it comes to contracting.” Intellichoice Builders prides itself on partnering with experienced subcontractors/ tradesman and working with them to develop relationships for long term success. “By working with the same tradesmen repeatedly, you get to understand how they work, and they understand our expectations and procedures which ultimately makes the projects flow more smoothly,” said Juan Gonzalez, Owner.

The last few years have been difficult for the local community. Bay and Gulf counties were starting to recover from the devastation of hurricane Michael and here came 2020 and the COVID-19 pandemic which has brought further devastating our community. Intellichoice Builders and their staff have instituted numerous additional safety procedures. Intellichoice will continue working within the community as long as safely possible. Intellichoice knows how important it is for people that have been displaced from their community and homes for the last few years to get back to normality.

Intellichoice Builders are respecting orders from authorities and practicing safety as much as physically possible. Intellichoice Builders strives to provide a safe work environment for both their clients, construction partners and their workers. The project management software that Intellichoice uses is internet based and links the client to the project without needing to have in person interactions. They can record finish selections, change orders, RFI’s, etc. Intellichoice was already utilizing this software to work with clients from other states, now they use it to assist in limiting interactions due to the current health situation. Other strategies employed during these times include practicing social distancing by reducing the number of workers to jobsites or at least specific areas; avoiding box stores like Home Depot or Lowes and coordinating phone sales and deliveries instead; education of their staff as information is made available and encouraging good hygiene practices as always. Intellichoice’s goal is to keep their clients, construction partners and staff safe and healthy. Intellichoice Builders are constantly taking on new clients – Please contact them for your next project:

Intellichoice Builders, LLC 1818 Michigan Ave. Panama City, FL 32405

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economic profile current labor statistics for bay county LABOR FORCE

EMPLOYED

UNEMPLOYED

UNEMPLOYED RATE

September 20'

87,620

83,866

3,754

4.30%

October 20'

87,308

83,413

3,895

4.50%

November 20'

86,777

82,328

4,449

5.10%

September 19'

94,488

91,608

2,880

3.00%

October 19'

93,427

90,671

2,756

2.90%

November 19'

88,130

85,432

2,698

3.10%

real estate sales

EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY HOMES PANAMA CITY MSA

FLORIDA

REALTOR SALES

MEDIAN PRICE

REALTOR SALES

MEDIAN PRICE

September 20'

422

$262,000

28,675

$300,000

October 20'

467

$265,000

29,659

$305,000

November 20'

447

$265,000

26,406

$305,000

September 19'

383

$240,000

23,510

$262,500

October 19'

365

$240,000

23,440

$263,000

November 19'

309

$238,500

21,494

$267,300

CONDO-TOWNHOMES SALES PANAMA CITY MSA

FLORIDA

REALTOR SALES

MEDIAN PRICE

REALTOR SALES

MEDIAN PRICE

September 20'

176

$304,000

11,290

$217,500

October 20'

467

$265,000

29,659

$305,000

November 20'

186

$321,500

11,003

$228,000

September 19'

149

$263,500

9,007

$193,000

October 19'

145

$260,000

9,226

$190,500

November 19'

141

$262,000

8,449

$195,000

bay county sales tax collections July 20'

Bay County Demographic Snapshot Bay County Population: 174,728 Median Age: 40.8 Labor Force: 87,748 Average Wage: $38,740 Households: 70,312 Household Income: $53,381 Per Capita Income: $28,459

bay county building permits

GROSS SALES

TAXABLE SALES

TAX COLLECTIONS

$916M

$569M

$33.5M

June 20'

RESIDENTIAL

COMMERCIAL

103

August 20'

$832M

$534M

$31.4M

July 20'

September 20'

$670M

$407M

$24.7M

August 20'

147

July 19'

$834M

$529M

$32.4M

June 19'

August 19'

$937M

$586M

$32.6M

July 19'

September 19'

$681M

$419M

$25.4M

August 19'

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September - November 2020 from Garrett Wright, Vice President, EDA of Bay County Throughout 2020 the Bay Economic Development Alliance (Bay EDA) and Gulf Coast State College (GCSC) partnered with local manufacturers to establish the Gulf Coast FAME Chapter in Northwest Florida. The Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) is a national work-study program that develops global entry-level multi-craft maintenance technicians. It is through the collective efforts of multiple community partners including but not limited to Trane Technologies, Gulf Coast State College, Bay EDA, and CareerSource Gulf Coast, the Gulf Coast FAME Chapter was established. The Gulf Coast FAME Chapter strives to ensure that our local industry continues to recruit the talent needed to support operations. In 2010, the first FAME Chapter was established in Kentucky to support local manufacturing operations. From there, chapters have grown to over thirty locations throughout the United States. Recently, FAME was recognized by the Brookings Institute for the impressive participant success after graduation. Their study found that FAME graduates earned 63% more than non-FAME graduates who had similar education experiences and similar careers. For the Gulf Coast FAME Chapter, founding companies include Trane Technologies, Berg Pipe, Merrick Industries, Eastern Shipbuilding, ACMT, EPS, Maritech Machine, and others. Over

time, this program is designed to create a pipeline of broadly trained individuals who can transition to full-time employment upon graduation. For participating companies, this program will become a critical pipeline for attracting skilled talent into their advanced manufacturing operations. The program recruits students and pairs them with a sponsoring company to complete a two-year apprenticeship program. During the program, students receive formal classroom training two days per week and work onsite at their sponsoring company three days a week. Participants in the FAME program can be recent high school graduates, military members transitioning to the workforce, or individuals looking to move into a new career path. The FAME program is designed to give students hands-on experience while also providing formal educational credentials. The program has focuses on professional presence skills, lean manufacturing acumen, as well as formal technical capabilities. Gulf Coast FAME is currently recruiting students to participate in the first cohort. The starting cohort of students are being recruited throughout Spring 2021 and will begin the FAME program in Fall 2021. Interested students should visit at www.GulfCoast.edu or contact Garrett@BayEDA.com for additional information.

northwest florida beaches international

bay county bed tax collections

airport passenger traffic

PANAMA CITY

PANAMA CITY BEACH

MEXICO BEACH

Feb 20'

70,308.95

826,299.64

2,731.74

2019

61,457

Feb 19'

58,225.30

1,180,693.17

314.43

2020

64,310

20.75

-30.02

768.79

% Change

4.64%

% Change

AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS (YEAR-TO-DATE)

TOTAL PASSENGER ENPLANEMENTS (YTD)

Jan 20'

79,863.76

667,254.79

1,171.60

2019

595,462

Jan 19'

50,642.49

1,177,298.99

616.38

2020

378,699

57.70

-46.32

90.08

% Change

-36.40%

% Change

TOTAL PASSENGER DEPLANEMENTS (YTD)

Dec 19'

78,999.83

566,928.87

4,400.85

2019

597,688

Dec 18'

37,527.04

1,129,728.14

909.24

2020

380,681

110.51

-49.82

384.01

% Change

-36.31%

% Change

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workforce connection Update from CareerSource Gulf Coast by: Kim Bodine, Executive Director, CareerSource Gulf Coast

s I consider 2021, I think of the phrase “new year, new opportunities”. After all our community endured in 2020, with residual Hurricane Michael damage and the impact of COVID-19, it is more important than ever before to enter the new year with optimism and anticipation for great things to come. As this applies to our current workforce situation, we have many employers hiring within our region. Hiring has been consistent during the pandemic with many able to recall the sight of “help wanted” signs on more storefronts than not. We appear to be moving in a direction that would continue that trend. Additionally, regional data projects job growth in the following industries: computer systems/related services, healthcare services, financial services, real estate, educational services, and floral services. This means there should be many opportunities available for job seekers who are interested in transitioning into a great career. For some this may require additional skills training; however, acquiring the necessary skills and training can result in secure, well-paid employment opportunities. To aid with this effort, CareerSource Gulf Coast has partnered with Gulf Coast State College (GCSC) to offer employment services for students completing GCSC rapid credentialing courses. Utilizing CARES Act dollars, GCSC is offering workforce/career and technical education credentialing and certificate programs for individuals who have found themselves unemployed, underemployed or furloughed due to the pandemic. CareerSource Gulf Coast is offering scholarships for this training to cover a portion of the tuition costs for eligible participants. Once individuals complete training, our team will also provide job placement and career management services.

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CareerSource Gulf Coast is also implementing an internship program for dislocated and economically disadvantaged workers who may be eligible for internships. Eligible job seekers will receive 12-weeks of in-demand paid job training in local industries. Through this program, we are aiming to help adult individuals (not just recent-graduates or young adults) receive employability training with the ultimate goal of a permanent job position with their internship employer. This will help employers offset their cost of hiring an employee who needs training to be a part of their permanent workforce. The 34th annual Bay County Job Fair took place on Thursday, February 4, 2021. This year’s event will was virtual, which is a new and exciting medium for recruitment and hiring events in our area. The Bay County Job Fair is the largest job fair in the county. Having a virtual event allowed us to host an unlimited number of employers and job seekers without running a risk of exposing everyone to COVID-19. We were excited to navigate this new terrain! If you would like more information on our services, upcoming events, programs, or how we can help you achieve your goals for 2021, I encourage you to contact our team. We have 365 days, 365 new opportunities. What will you do in 2021? CareerSource Gulf Coast operates offices in Bay, Gulf and Franklin Counties. To connect with the office nearest you, please visit our website at careersourcegc.com, or contact us at customerservice@careersourcegc.com.

Mariah Ducker Florida Architects Mariah Ducker was born and raised in Panama City. She graduated from Bay High School and had her son in 2014. In 2019, Mariah graduated from Florida State University with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. She began working at Florida Architects on the design team as a Project Manager. Mariah has managed demolition projects including the Bay High School Demolition Project and the City of Lynn Haven City Hall Demolition Project. She has been a part of the design team for the Bay High School Fine Arts Center and STEM Center, as well as the upcoming Lynn Haven New City Hall Project. Mariah is a 2019 - 2020 graduate of the Leadership Bay class. In her free time, Mariah enjoys spending time outside in her yard or curling up at night watching movies with her son.

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Please join us in welcoming our 2021 Leadership. We commend these folks for giving of their time to the Chamber and the betterment of all of Bay County.

Term Expires Dec 2021 Debbie Ashbrook Central Panhandle Association of REALTORS® Reggie Johns Portfolio Real Estate Management

Officers Chairman of the Board

Board of Directors

Chairman Elect

Vice-Chairman

Darren Haiman Nations Real Estate Jason Crowe Community Bank Rhea Goff The St. Joe Company Allen Armstrong EPS Corporation

Chris Moore General Dynamics Information Technology

Garrett Anderson Anderson Construction Company

Kyle Shoots Systems Services & Engineering

Board of Directors

Treasurer

MAC Chairman

Vice Chairman of Communications

Mynta Harbison Los Antojitos

Term Expires Dec 2022 Patrick Jones NAI Talcor Jessica Pfefferkorn SAIC Jeremy Bennett SmartBank

Joe Holt Trustmark Bank

Andrew Rowell GAC Contractors

Mike Smith Jimmy John's

Board of Directors

One Year Chair Appointments Shay Catrett Bay Solutions Kevin Downing DLM Construction Matt Thompson Innovative Professional Solutions (IPS)

Board of Directors

Kim Syfrett Medicare Choice Solutions Kevin Wattenbarger SVN/Southland Commercial

Board of Directors

Term Expires Dec 2023 Ken Brown Brown’s Electrical Shane Boyett Gulf Power Heath Evans Ascension Sacred Heart Bay Lisa Felix Full Sail Realty

Ex-Officio / Non-Voting

Justin Hall Panhandle Educators FCU

Col. Gregory Moseley, 325th Tyndall Air Force Base; Lt. Gen. Kirk Pierce, 1st Air Force; Capt. David Back, Naval Surface Warfare Center PC; Cmdr. Keith Foster, Naval Support Activity; Dan Rowe, Tourist Development Council; Jennifer Vigil, Panama City Community Development Council; Tom Neubauer, Bay Defense Alliance; John Holdnak, Gulf Coast State College; Randy Hanna, FSU Panama City; Becca Hardin, Economic Development Alliance of Bay County; Wayne Stubbs, Port Panama City; Parker McClellan, NW FL Beaches International Airport; Kim Bodine, CareerSource

David Taylor Taylor Construction

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Bay County Chamber of Commerce

for it in our budget. Jason stays busy as he selflessly serves the community off duty as well. He is the drummer in the

Ashlee Davis joins us as the new Vice

worship band at our church, teaches

President of Communications at the Bay

drum lessons,leads a marriage ministry,

County Chamber of Commerce.

maintains our elderly neighbors’ yard and is an active father to our two girls. Jason Customers in the Florida Panhandle located in Bay, Calhoun, Franklin, Gulf, Liberty and Washington Counties will be served out of this facility. “When Panama City became a part of the UNITED family in 2017, we made a com-

lives his live to serve others and is the perfect candidate for this contest.”

Don Arias Named Chief of Public Affairs for the Program Management Office at Tyndall AFB

mitment to employ, serve, refresh and invest in the Emerald Coast area,” said Bo Taylor, Vice President of Coca-Cola UNITED’s Central Region, which includes the Florida Panhandle. “Following Hurricane Michael, which devastated this Originally from Highland Home, Ala-

community and caused severe damage

bama, Davis received a Bachelor of Arts

to our existing facility, we moved quickly

degree in Communication and Infor-

to assess opportunities for making a

mation Sciences from The University of

positive, long-term impact for our associ-

Alabama in December of 2019. During

ates, our customers, our consumers and

her time in undergrad, she was heavily

this community.”

involved within her college when it came

Don Arias has been named chief of

bour County Chamber of Commerce as

The Eye Center of North Florida and the Bay County Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce the annual LASIK for Hero Contest winner has been selected.

their Communications Director for a year

Panama City Beach Firefighter/EMT

“21st Century Air Force Base.” Working

before joining the Bay County Chamber

Jason Bowden was selected from a group

from Tyndall, he now works for the Air

of Commerce in January of 2021. Davis

of deserving first responders as the

Force Installation and Mission Support

is currently working toward her master’s

winner and has won Blade-Free LASIK, to

Center headquartered at Joint Base San

degree in Criminal Justice from Auburn

be performed by Dr. Bret Fisher.

Antonio, Texas. In this role, he provides

to communications and digital media and spent four internship years at WVUA 23 News in Tuscaloosa, Alabama as a night side news reporter. After graduation, Davis went on to work at the Eufaula Bar-

University in Montgomery that she is set to receive in the fall of 2021. In her free time, Ashlee enjoys spending time with her two year old daughter Kamryn as well as family and friends, going to the beach and shopping!

Coca-Cola Announces Plans to Build New $8 million Facility in Panama City - Will Enhance Service to Customers and Benefit Employees Coca-Cola Bottling Company United, Inc., (“UNITED”), announced plans to

Bowden, a third-generation firefighter, was nominated by his wife, Kimberly saying “He sleeps in his contacts in order to be ready to run to the truck if

public affairs for the Program Management Office at Tyndall AFB. Appointed in December, Arias is responsible for creating and executing strategies to build informed public support for the almost $5B rebuild of what officials are calling a

media and community relations guidance and readiness oversight of public affairs programs to enable the mission to “Repair, Reshape, Rebuild … Tyndall AFB.”

they receive a call in the middle of the

Retiring from the Air Force in June 2008

night. If you wear contacts, you know

after 31 years of service, Arias held key

that is a recipe for severe dry eyes and

public affairs positions with the Air Force

a period of adjustment for your vision.

Special Operations Command at Hurlburt

Jason and I have talked for years about

Field and the 325th Fighter Wing at Tyn-

LASIK, but we have yet to make room

dall AFB. He is an award-winning military journalist, broadcaster and speechwriter – and a familiar personality on local TV and radio.

build a new $8 million sales center in the Cedar Grove Commerce Park in Panama City, Florida. The newly constructed facility will house a sales and distribution center, warehouse, fleet maintenance

Have a submission for the Biz List? Please contact Ashlee Davis at 850-215-3755 or via email ashlee@baychamberfl.com.

operation and administrative offices.

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new members

from January 19 - February 24

Bobcat of Panama City 415 N. Tyndall Parkway Panama City, FL 32404 (850) 299-9630

Florida Caverns RV Resort 4820 US Highway. 90 E Marianna, FL, 32446 (850) 482-5583

The UPS Store 0827 844 N. Tyndall Parkway Callaway, FL, 32404 (850) 785-6000

Cannabis and Wellness, LLC. 2428 Lisenby Ave. Panama City, FL 32405 (850) 814-2103

Identi-D Designs, LLC. 1713 Annabellas Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32407 (757) 318-0292

Townsend Building Supply 3710 Hwy 231 N Panama City, FL, 32404 (850) 771-5608

Captain Anderson’s Event Center 5550 N. Lagoon Drive Panama City Beach, FL 32408 (850) 234-3435

Jersey Mike’s Subs 2105 S. Hwy 77, Unit 5 Lynn Haven, FL 32444 (850) 571-3541

Women’s Council of Realtors Central PO Box 15701 Panama City, FL 32406 (850) 960-4210

Cigna 7464 Harvest Village Ct. Navarre, Florida, 32566 (850) 266-0515 (813) 864-8053

Patches on the Go 805 Kristanna Dr. Panama City, FL 32405 (850) 303-4445

Dust to Glam Cleaning Service (850) 716-4485

The Sapp House 224 E. 3rd Street Panama City, FL 32401 (850) 777-3352

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member anniversaries

from January 19 - February 24

5 years

15 years

35 years

Coastal Impressions Print Shack, Inc.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of NW Fl.

Bay Arts Alliance/Center for the Arts

Ms. Paula Lovett Waller

Oceaneering Subsea Distribution Solutions

20 years

40 years

The Pearl Hotel Tudor's Biscuit World

Gulf Coast Children's Advocacy Ctr.

United Way of Northwest Florida

10 years

25 years

Bay County Alzheimers Alliance

70 years

Royal American Companies

The News Herald

BayTown Agency - Allstate Insurance Legendary Marine

Haney Technical Center

St. Andrew Baptist Church WFSU-FM

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