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Every Saturday,The Grand Theatre in Pier Park will feature family-friendly movies  for only $3. That is not a misprint. $3 movies for families and that’s not all. The cost includes a small box of popcorn and a kid’s drink. Show starts at 11:00 am, seating at 10:30. Schedule of Saturday Morning Movies Showings: Sept 26 Shark Tale Oct 03 Madagascar Oct 10 Flushed Away Oct 17 Shrek 1 Oct 24 Sinbad – Legend of the Seven Seas Oct 31 Prince of Egypt Nov 07 Madagascar 2 Nov 14 Bee Movie Nov 21 Shrek 2 Nov 28 No Movie Dec 05 Chicken Run Dec 12 Over the Hedge Dec 19 Kung Fu Panda The Grand Theatres are state-of-the art multiplex stadium seating movie theatres with 3D ...

Let’s face it – the majority of us are trying to save money these days and looking for a bargain or a great deal wherever we can find it. Every once in a while though, we like to splurge and to treat ourselves – perhaps a new outfit, a well needed getaway, or a special meal out. Perhaps you have an anniversary, a birthday or a romantic occasion coming up and want to show someone how much you care. Panama City Beach and the surrounding area offers the upscale diner many different choices where posh is always on the menu – here’s a few of our favorites. Saltwater Grill. The former home of Panama City Brewery, Saltwater Grill has boasted a unique dining experience since the restaurant opened in 2002. A 25,000 gallon saltwater aquarium provides a breathtaking backdrop to your meal...

THUNDER BEACH’S NEWEST OFFICIAL VENUE Since 1984 Pineapple Willy’s has been known far and wide for their delicious Jack Daniels Bar-B-Que Ribs and being the Home-of-the-Blues in Northwest Florida. Now, Willy’s is the newest Official Venue of Thunder Beach! Get your Official Thunder Beach Merchandise, pick up some new leathers or check out the beautiful bikes of Black Jack Customs – it’s all here. Leave your ride in the bikes-only parking lot, enjoy a sunset dinner overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, then get your groove on in Willy’s spectacular new Pier Bar. The Official Kick-Start Party starts Wednesday evening next door at the Shores of Panama. At 10PM, the “After Party” begins at Willy’s. Enjoy complimentary finger foods and drink spec...

Salt Water MEXICO BEACH/PORT ST JOE OFFSHORE Scattered thunderstorms and rain have kept the majority of anglers on shore this week. However, those who did make it offshore reported a grouper bite about 40 miles out. Large dead baits such as butter flied Spanish or Boston Mackerel were used and worked very well according to reports. Mangrove snapper are biting strong around the inshore wrecks. Live pinfish we used and responsible for the majority of catches, but jigs and even cigar minnows brought in nice snapper… King mackerel fishing picked up this week and the majority of the fish are out 15-20 miles and averaging 10-15 pounds. Flat lining while bottom fishing is again the most effective method in bringing kings this week. ST JOSEPH BAY Redfish continue to be off the grass flats a...

Hombre Golf Club has a great location and is convenient to all of Panama City Beach. The club is situated on Panama City Beach Parkway (Back Beach Road) just minutes from Pier Park and from most condos and hotels on Front Beach Road. Even those coming from Panama City Beach’s east side and Thomas Drive area will find themselves getting ready to take that first swing within 15 minutes. Hombre is not only one of Florida’s premier championship courses, it is very unique. There are basically three courses: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. Each course features 9 holes – The Bad and The Ugly are par 36, The Good Course, par 35. All three are actually playable in three 18 hole combinations: The Bad/The Ugly, The Ugly/The Good, and The Good/The Bad – and out of the 27 total holes at the...