A 9-year-old boy was killed and three other children were critically injured in an ATV crash Sunday night, Feb. 15, according to a Florida Highway Patrol press release. Troopers say the 9-year-old…
Richard Paul Madden, 90 of Bonifay, Florida Passes on February 16, 2026, at Clifford Chester Sims Nursing Home
Richard Paul Madden, age 90, of Bonifay, Florida passed away February 16, 2026, at Clifford Chester Sims State Veterans’ Nursing Home in Panama City, Florida. He was born on February 22, 1935,…
US Weather Service Advises Very Warm Weather This Week, With Inland Highs in 80’s
The US Weather Service advises of very warm weather arrives later this week. Our forecast calls for inland highs in the low 80s. These numbers will challenge daily records for late February….
Thomas R. Paine, 71 Passes on February 12, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Thomas R. Paine, affectionately known as “Tommy,” who left this world on February 12, 2026, at his home. Born on May…
Part 1 of a Photographic Retrospective- 2026 Pageant Season Approaching in Northwest Florida
Part 1- Pageant season is quickly approaching in Northwest Florida and here are a few images of past pageant queens and participants from Bay, Holmes, Jackson and Washington County, Florida as seen…
George Walten Gauss, 78 of Westville, Florida Passes on February 12, 2026
George Walten Gauss, age 78, of Westville, Florida, passed away February 12, 2026, at his home. He was born on September 25, 1947, in Chipley, Florida. George was preceded in death by…
William Mitchel Bolden, 68 of Bonifay, Florida Passes on February 14, 2026
William Mitchel Bolden, age 68, of Bonifay, Florida, passed away February 14, 2026, at his home. He was born on July 8, 1957, in Graceville, Jackson County, Florida to the late Joseph…
Margaret Elaine Roche, 73 of Washington County, Florida Passes on February 13, 2026 at Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center
Margaret Elaine Roche, a beloved mother, grandmother, and devoted community member, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, at the Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center in Panama City, Florida. Born on March…
Walter Carl Braxton Jr., 92 of Westville, Florida Passes on February 14, 2026
Walter Carl Braxton Jr., age 92, of Westville, Florida passed away February 14, 2026, at his home. He was born on March 11, 1933, in Westville, Florida to the late Walter Carl…
Alcohol And Substance Abuse Will Not Take Away Your Fears
By: Stan Popovich Using drugs and alcohol will not take away your problems and fears. In the short run, they might make you feel better, but in the long run these addictions…
Now Open in Bonifay – Your New Credit Union is Here!
Innovations Financial Credit Union is proud to announce the opening of our newest full-service branch, right in the heart of Bonifay! Located at 402 N Waukesha Street, our Bonifay branch brings local…
Strawberry Shortcake Queen Pageant People’s Choice Voting Now Open
Who will be crowned the Strawberry Shortcake Queen People’s Choice Winner? PEOPLE’S CHOICE VOTING IS NOW OPEN! This special title goes to the contestant with the MOST votes — and the winner…
Roger Evans Retires from West Florida Electric Cooperative Following 30 Years of Service
‘Our dedicated employees are what makes West Florida Electric Cooperative the success that it is’, said George Clayton Owens, WFECA Trustee for District 6, in reference to the retirement ceremonies of Roger…
WestPoint Home Factory Outlet in Chipley, Florida Offers Lowest Prices on Name Brands
WestPoint Home Bed & Bath Factory Outlet in Chipley, Florida has offered the lowest prices in the Florida Panhandle on name brand household items, including comforters, sheets and pillows, towels, apparel and…
Can You Trust a Man With Soft Hands? George Clayton Owens Manages Pasture in Northwest Florida, Featured in National Publication
It is often said that you should never trust a man with soft hands. But why is this? Is there any truth to this saying? We might be a little tongue-in-cheek here,…
February 16 is National Do A Grouch A Favor Day
For those with a grouch in their lives — which is actually most of us — there is nothing better than Do A Grouch A Favor Day, which is celebrated on February…
February 16 is President’s Day, a Federal Holiday
For many Americans, Presidents Day is a welcome respite from work or school, an opportunity for a winter getaway, or simply a chance to take advantage of holiday sales. But this is…
Harold Smith, Sr., 82 of Hartford, Alabama Passes on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Bonifay Nursing and Rehab Center
Harold Smith, Sr., age 82 of Hartford, Alabama passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Bonifay Nursing and Rehab Center in Bonifay, Florida. Born Monday, March 1, 1943 in Slocomb, Alabama,…
Major Change in Social Security Benefits Projected for 2027, Due to Inflation
A prominent seniors group forecast that the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2027’s payments will be a 2.8 percent increase, coming after the federal government released new data on inflation. In…
February 15 is Susan B. Anthony Day
Susan B. Anthony Day is celebrated on February 15 every year. This day marks the birth of Susan Brownell Anthony, who was one of the most influential women in American history. To…