Austin Maida is a Reporter at WTVY News 4. A recent graduate of the University of North Florida, he specializes in topics related to tourism, consumer health, and major league sports, reflecting his diverse interests and expertise. Austin's work has been featured in WTVY News 4, MSN, KJTV-TV (Lubbock, TX), and WJHG-TV.
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Austin Maida primarily covers local news and community events in the United States, with a specific focus on Florida and Panama City. His coverage often includes announcements, event coverage, expert commentary, press releases, and government announcements related to topics such as natural disasters, homebuying tips, financial goals setting, and local community events.
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By: Austin Maida
The city says this is only a temporary fix. They say permanent replacement equipment should arrive in July, with installation expected by late August.
At Tuesday's commission meeting, improvements to a local road on the north side of the county were approved. This includes the Titus Park Development Order.
By: Austin Maida
County officials say being included in the state's budget allows them to be better stewards of taxpayer dollars.
The Holmes County Jail opened in 2001. It has 125 beds, but sometimes, that's not enough.
It's officially 4th of July weekend! With all the celebrations kicking off, first responders are on alert and ramping up staffing.
Published Jul. 8, 2025 at 2:43 AM GMT+2 | Updated moments ago BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The long weekend and the sunny skies helped bring shoppers out in Bay County for the holiday.
By: Austin Maida
Published Jul. 9, 2025 at 2:08 AM GMT+2 | Updated moments ago APALACHICOLA, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Apalachicola's months-long water woes may be turning a corner.
Published Jul. 10, 2025 at 1:40 AM GMT+2 | Updated moments ago
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - On March 27, 2005, Panama City Beach sergeant Kevin Kight was shot and killed during a traffic stop.
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - Hoopers in the Bayou George area of Bay County will soon have a new basketball court to practice their jump shot on.
