Haven444

Where do communities come together? In this episode of Haven 444, we spend a week exploring some of the places where connections are made and community comes alive. From a summer concert filled with music and laughter, to the friendships and activities at the Lynn Haven Senior Center, to local organizations coming together through the Play It Forward sports giveaway, this episode celebrates the si...

Summer has arrived in Lynn Haven, and with it comes a season of concerts, community gatherings, ballgames, fireworks, and evenings spent enjoying life along the Gulf Coast. In this special seasonal episode of Haven 444, we take a moment to reflect on the podcast’s journey so far—from its launch this spring to the stories, places, and people that have helped shape our first season. We also look ahe...

Step onto the fairways of history as Haven 444 explores the story and legacy of the Sherman Invitational at Panama Country Club in Lynn Haven, Florida. First played in 1927, the Sherman Invitational has grown into one of the Southeast’s oldest and most respected amateur golf tournaments, welcoming generations of players, families, and spectators for nearly a century. In this episode, we sit down w...

In this episode of Haven444 , we explore Bayou Park and Preserve—a place where water, wildlife, and community come together along the edge of North Bay. Through conversations with Parks Director Ty Farris, park staff, and visitors, we take a closer look at how the Preserve came to be, why it matters, and what it offers to those who walk its trails. From native habitats and environmental stewardshi...

What does it mean to “push in” a fire truck—and why does that tradition still matter today? In this episode, we take you inside a special moment for Lynn Haven Fire Rescue: the push-in ceremony of a new fire engine. With roots dating back to the early days of firefighting—when crews had to manually return horse-drawn equipment to the station—this ceremony connects today’s firefighters to more than...

Spring is unfolding in Lynn Haven—and with it, the quiet rhythm of a community coming back to life. In this episode of Haven444 , we take a walk through what’s happening around town—from youth basketball and adult kickball at the sports park… to new growth at local gathering places… to small, beautiful moments you might miss if you’re not looking. Along the way, we reflect on recent stories—from t...

The Bailey Bridge has connected Lynn Haven for generations—but it carries more than traffic. In this episode of Haven444, we explore the history of this local landmark and the role it continues to play in everyday life, from early crossings to quiet moments of fishing, walking, and reflection. Because some bridges don’t just take us across the water—they connect us to each other.

After Hurricane Michael, the landscape of Lynn Haven changed almost overnight. Trees that had stood for generations were lost, and with them, a quiet but defining part of the community. In this episode of Haven444, we explore what it means to rebuild—not just structures, but identity—through the story of the city’s tree canopy. From the science of how trees shape our environment, to the simple act...

Opening Day has returned to the ballfields of Lynn Haven. In this first episode of Haven444, we visit the park to hear from the people who make youth baseball part of the heartbeat of the community—from coaches and young players to families cheering from the stands. In Lynn Haven, the crack of the bat and the cheers from the stands signal more than the start of a new baseball season. They mark the...

Welcome to Haven444 — a storytelling podcast about the people, history, and everyday moments that shape life in a small city by the bay. From opening day baseball to the quiet beauty of the bayou, from storms that test a community to the resilience that brings it back stronger, these are the voices and stories of Lynn Haven. This short trailer introduces the heart of the show. Our City • Our Story...