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Alabama Governor Kay Kay Ivey has signed a sweeping bill that prohibits the use of state funds for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs and offices at state agencies, higher education institutions and other public entities. ‘My administration has and will continue to value Alabama’s rich diversity, however, I refuse to allow a few bad… Read More »
Sushi and Hibachi are not in the ‘fast food’ category, and Señor Sushi and Grill, now in their second year serving discerning customers in downtown Chipley, Florida, prepares your meal to order, as seen below, which means that you will enjoy the freshest, best quality ingredients, but this will require time and patience. If you… Read More »
DRMP, Inc. is looking for entry-level survey crew members to join our team in our Chipley, Florida office. No previous survey experience is required to apply and the ideal candidate will have a strong interest in surveying and a desire to learn the profession. Duties will include collecting and recording survey data, setting up and… Read More »
On March 19, 2024, Narcotic Investigators and Deputies with the Calhoun County, Florida Sheriff’s Office located and arrested the following individuals. Theresa “Terry” Pitts • F.S.S § 823.10(1) Maintaining a Drug House • F.S.S § 948.06 Violation of State Probation Barbara “Nikki” Vaught • F.S.S § 893.147(2) Manufacturer Drug Paraphernalia • F.S.S §… Read More »
With ever-busy lives, we often forget that simple things can make a difference. National Common Courtesy Day is a great way to remind ourselves that the world is better off when we show gratitude and graciousness in both big and small ways. Hey, it only takes a small gesture to be a big hero. Remember… Read More »
On March 15, 2024, the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) executed a search warrant at the residence of 68-year-old Dennis Williams on Monroe Paul Rd. The search was conducted as part of an ongoing investigation into the illegal sale and distribution of methamphetamine in Holmes County. During the search, approximately 67 grams of… Read More »
Charles Edward Pitts, age 68, of Bonifay, Florida passed away March 16, 2024, at his home. He was born June 8, 1955, in Chipley, Florida to the late Johnny B. Pitts and Louise Rogers Pitts. In addition to his parents, Mr. Pitts was preceded in death by one sister, Elise Pitts. Mr.… Read More »
Wade Arnold Pettis, a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, passed into the arms of the Lord on March 14, 2024. The son of Charlie Laney and Annie Jannie Pettis, born in Bonifay, FL on February 17, 1949. He joined the Marine Corps on August 23, 1967, earning a distinguished spot… Read More »
Agnes Inez Foss Sellers, age 76, of Bonifay, Florida passed away March 19, 2024, at home. She was born March 29, 1947, in Dade City, Florida to the late Albert Charles Foss and Grace Beatrice Roland Foss. In addition to her parents, Agnes was preceded in death by two siblings, Emily and Charles.… Read More »
Javier’s Mexican Grill in downtown Chipley, Florida is one of the best-known restaurants in the area, and hands-down the best Mexican cuisine in the Florida Panhandle. Javier’s is now offering a holiday-special way to celebrate this Spring Break weekend, with ‘Spring Break’ Karaoke on Friday, March 22, 2024, featuring local vocalist Colby Chance, from 6PM-9PM,… Read More »
Mrs. Julia Annette Fuentes Hudson, age 53, of Caryville, Florida passed away March 17, 2024, at HCA Florida Ft. Walton-Destin Hospital in Ft. Walton Beach, Florida. She was born December 31, 1970, in Tampa, Florida. Mrs. Hudson is survived by her husband of 35 years, Richard Hudson of Caryville, FL; three sons, Richard… Read More »
On Tuesday, March 19, 2024, the Walton County Sheriff’s Office Street Crimes Unit arrested Christopher Wayne Ponds, 23, for felony warrants out of Holmes County Sheriff’s Office. During the arrest, Ponds resisted deputies and was additionally charged with obstruction without violence. Ponds is the suspect in a vehicle theft off of Linda Lane… Read More »
On March 14, 2024, the Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office received a report from a concerned citizen who had lost her credit card. Upon discovering over $2000 of unauthorized charges on her credit card statement, including charges at 81 Liquors in Ponce de Leon and various online shopping transactions, the citizen promptly notified law… Read More »
Every six months, once in March and again in September, an equinox splits Earth’s day almost in half, giving us about 12 hours of daylight and 12 of night. On March 20, 2024, nature will once again bring us the vernal equinox, the time of year that ushers in spring in the Northern Hemisphere. Then, on… Read More »