Wilburn College McElvain, age 99, of Panama City, Florida passed away June 28, 2025, at Aviata at Emerald Shores in Callaway, Florida. He was born September 4, 1925, in Slocomb, Alabama. Wilburn…
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Trump Media Begins Beta Testing Global TV Streaming
Trump Media and Technology Group Corp. (Nasdaq, NYSE Texas: DJT) (“Trump Media” or the “Company”), operator of the social media platform Truth Social, the streaming platform Truth+, and the FinTech brand Truth.Fi,…
Washington County, Florida School District Board Recognizes Individuals at Meeting on 6-30-25
Ms. Laurie Simmons recognized Vernon High School’s students for their outstanding success at the VHS Beta National Convention in Orlando. The top national winners are: Milagros Velazques-Negron – 1st in Spanish in…
Washington County, Florida Jail Celebrates First Baptism Service
Sheriff Kevin Crews is proud to announce several women from our jail were given the opportunity to declare their Faith this past Friday through Water Baptism! Sheriff Crews would like to congratulate…
James Kenneth (Kenny) Jackson, 88 of Cottondale, Florida Passes on June 28, 2025 at Jackson Hospital
James Kenneth (Kenny) Jackson, 88 of Cottondale, Florida, passed from this life on June 28, 2025 at Jackson Hospital. Kenny was born on August 14, 1936 to Thomas and Ada Jackson. Kenny…
Jackson County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Ollie Denise Anderson for Habitual Offender, License Revoked, Etc.
On Friday, June 27, 2025, around 2 p.m., a Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) deputy was patrolling the area of Highway 69 and Brushy Pond Road when he saw a vehicle with…
June 30 is Social Media Day
First, there was the telephone, then the fax machine, and then social media — a revolutionary way of communicating. Since its creation, people have been able to connect with each other like…
Washington County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Adam Wayne Wilson for Aggravated Child Abuse (5-Year-Old Child)
A Vernon man is in custody and facing aggravated child abuse charges for cruelty towards a 5-year-old child. 38-year-old, Adam Wayne Wilson has been arrested on allegations of aggravated child abuse following…
Ted Bryant Ponds, 54 of Ponce de Leon, Florida Passes on June 30, 2025, at Doctors Memorial Hospital in Bonifay, Florida
Ted Bryant Ponds, age 54, of Ponce de Leon, Florida passed away June 30, 2025, at Doctors Memorial Hospital in Bonifay, Florida. He was born May 20, 1971, in Clearwater, Florida. Ted…
Lillian Luverne Bush, 84 of Vernon, Florida Passes on June 19, 2025 at Life Care Center of Pensacola
Lillian Luverne Bush, 84 of Vernon, Florida went home to be with the Lord on June 19, 2025 at Life Care Center of Pensacola. Luverne was born on December 18, 1940, in…
Washington County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrest Six for Methamphetamine, Fentanyl, Etc.
6 people are facing felony drug charges in Washington County following a roundup conducted by the Washington County Drug Task Force. For the past few months, The Task Force, which is comprised…
Washington County, Florida Sheriff Kevin Crews Announces Arrest of Jaquelyn Amanda Adams
Sheriff Crews announces the arrest of 44-year-old, Jaquelyn Amanda Adams. Adams was the target subject wanted for the sale of illegal narcotics at a residence on Pinecrest Street in Vernon. A search warrant…
Washington County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Participates in Fentanyl Disaster Drill at Northwest Florida Reception Center
This morning, Sheriff Kevin Crews along with WC EOC, WC EMS, and WC Fire had the privilege of participating in a real-life Fentanyl Disaster Drill hosted by the Northwest Florida Reception Center….
June 28 is Operation Red Wings Observance Day
It was an operation many civilians had never heard about, until the story was made into a blockbuster movie in 2013. But the ill-fated Operation Red Wings conducted in 2005 – known…
Chipley, Florida High School Class of ’85 Plans 40th Class Reunion for October 17 and 18, 2025
The Chipley, Florida High School Class of ’85 is planning a 40th class reunion for Saturday, October 18, 2025. The current plan is to ride in the homecoming parade on Friday, October…
June 26 is World Refrigeration Day
World Refrigeration Day is on June 26, and we are all set to celebrate and appreciate the refrigeration sector for making our lives better than ever before! Did you know that the…
Esto, Florida Announces 2025 Two-Toed Tom Festival Pageant on August 23, 2025
Esto, Florida has announced the Two-Toed Tom Festival Pageant, to take place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, officially set for the Graceville Civic Center, and registration is now open. Divisions include ages…
City of Panama City, Florida City Council Meeting on June 24, 2025
The City of Panama City, Florida City held a City Council Meeting on June 24, 2025, as seen in the video (below).
Washington County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Conducts Active Assailant Training on June 25, 2025 in Chipley, Florida
When Sheriff Crews took office in 2017, he vowed to maintain the safety of our community. Through his tenure he has taken a collaborative approach to response training. Active Assailant Training is…
Paron Matthews Beeco, 69 of Caryville, Florida Passes on June 24, 2025
Paron Matthews Beeco, age 69, of Caryville, Florida passed away June 24, 2025, at his home. He was born April 30, 1956, in Atlanta, Georgia. Paron was preceded in death by his…