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Alton Kent Jr., 79 of Cottondale, Florida Passes on May 2, 2026

Posted on May 3, 2026

Alton “Al” Kent Jr., 79 of Cottondale, Florida went home to be with the Lord on May 2, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Al was born on March…

Part 1 of a Photographic Retrospective- 2026 Pageant Season Approaching in Northwest Florida

Posted on May 3, 2026

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…

Miss Watermelon Pageant in Marianna, Florida on Saturday, June 20, 2026

Posted on May 3, 2026

T&C Pageantry presents Miss Watermelon on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at First United Methodist Church of Marianna. Divisions include:Infant Miss Watermelon- 0/11MBaby Miss Watermelon- 12/23MToddler Miss Watermelon- 2/3YRMini Miss Watermelon- 4/5YRLittle Miss…

Atlantic Hurricane Season Starts on June 1- El Niño Expected to Drive Storm Activity

Posted on May 3, 2026

The countdown is on- coastal communities from the Gulf across the entire Eastern Seaboard are making final preparations for the start of Atlantic hurricane season- now just one month away.  A developing…

Chipley, Florida High School Set to Celebrate Graduation Ceremonies for Class of 2026 in May

Posted on May 3, 2026

Chipley, Florida High School will celebrate graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2026 with family, friends, teachers and administration at Philip Rountree Stadium in May, as seen in these photos from past…

Chipley, Florida’s Annual Panhandle Watermelon Festival Just Around the Corner (Photos)

Posted on May 3, 2026

The annual Panhandle Watermelon Festival, Northwest Florida’s cucurbit celebration, occurs the last full weekend in June each year in Chipley, Florida, as seen in these images from the Saturday morning portion of…

May 3 is World Laughter Day 

Posted on May 3, 2026

World Laughter Day, celebrated annually on the first Sunday of May, falls on May 3 in many years and stands as a worldwide reminder that laughter is far more than a spontaneous reaction—it is a…

Spirit Airlines ‘Calling It Quits’, All Flights Cancelled

Posted on May 2, 2026

“All Spirit flights have been cancelled, and Spirit guests should not go to the airport.” Spirit Airlines abruptly shuts down, grounding flights nationwide and leaving customers scrambling. Spirit Airlines, an impish upstart…

Doris A. Bray, 93 of Chipley, Florida Passes

Posted on May 2, 2026

Doris A. Bray was born in Dover, New Jersey on March 9, 1933, the daughter of the late William and Hilda (Radmore) Zalasky. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband,…

Arriving on Monday- There’s Always Something NEW at Salon Blow in Downtown Chipley, Florida

Posted on May 2, 2026

Arriving at Salon Blow in downtown Chipley, Florida on Monday, April 4, 2026, and sets just make life easier. Throw it on and go- cute, comfy, and put together every time. Website…

Geraldine L. Finch, 77 Passes on April 29, 2026, in Wausau, Florida

Posted on May 2, 2026

Geraldine L. Finch, a cherished and devoted woman whose life was marked by love, kindness, and a spirited zest for simple joys, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2026, in Wausau, Florida….

Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Timothy McReynolds and Charmin Gilmore for Methamphetamine, Hydrocodone, Etc.

Posted on May 2, 2026

On April 30, 2026, deputies with the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office, along with officers from the Geneva Police Department, conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Timothy McReynolds of Geneva,…

Vernon, Florida Plans 4th of July Patriotic Celebration on July 4, 2026

Posted on May 2, 2026

Join Vernon, Florida on July 4, 2026 for the annual 4th of July Patriotic Celebration, with a parade at 5pm (line up at 4pm) through Downtown Vernon. Festivities will follow at the…

George Clayton Owens Thanks Community as He Wins Decisive Re-Election as Trustee for West Florida Electric Cooperative

Posted on May 2, 2026

George Clayton Owens recently reached out to the Northwest Florida community to say ‘thanks’ for his victory in his bid for re-election to a 5th term as Trustee for District 6 of…

2026 Festival Season Approaching in Northwest Florida

Posted on May 2, 2026

The festival season is approaching in Northwest Florida, as seen in the images (below) featuring the Wausau, Florida Possum Festival. See entire gallery on Facebook at Real Florida Magazine.

‘Catering by Lisa’ Leads the Pack as Charcuterie Remains Popular for Catered Events and Celebrations

Posted on May 2, 2026

The word charcuterie refers to cold cooked, cured, or smoked meats; so technically, a traditional charcuterie board is just a meat platter. But as these communal boards have gotten more popular for…

Shine Up Your Favorite Classic Ride- Car Show Season is Starting in Northwest Florida

Posted on May 2, 2026

Car shows will start appearing in Northwest Florida, now that Spring weather and starting and Festival season is approaching. Here are a few of the classic cars in evidence at the 2025…

Slocomb, Alabama Tomato Festival Parade Now Accepting Applications

Posted on May 2, 2026

Join us on June 20, 2026 for a fun-filled morning in Slocomb, Alabama for the Slocomb Tomato Festival. The Slocomb Tomato Festival Parade is now accepting applications parade. Parade Details: • Start…

Who, What and Where is the Washington County Council on Aging in Chipley, Florida?

Posted on May 2, 2026

Washington County Council on Aging operates from 1348 South Boulevard, Chipley, FL 32428 (next to the Washington County Health Department), with phone numbers 850-638-6216 or 850-638-6217. The mission of WCCOA focuses on…

Innovations Financial Credit Union Ranked #54 on FSU’s 2026 Seminole 100 List

Posted on May 2, 2026

Innovations Financial Credit Union is proud to announce it has been ranked #54 on Florida State University’s 2026 Seminole 100 list, recognizing the fastest-growing businesses owned or led by FSU alumni. The…

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