A storm system moving across the central U.S. will bring a multi-day threat for severe weather and scattered flooding across the Mississippi Valley and Midwest. Areas highlighted in red and purple may…
Chipley, Florida Garden Club Elects New 2025-2026 Officers on May 7, 2025
At the May 7, 2025 meeting of Chipley Garden Club, new officers were elected to serve during the 2025-27 Club Session. The in-coming officers, effective June 1, 2025, will be Club President…
May 19 is National Devil’s Food Cake Day
Life is a little better on May 19 because we can indulge in the flavor and richness of National Devil’s Food Cake Day. This food holiday is for all the chocolate cake…
May 18 is World Baking Day
World Baking Day is celebrated annually on the third Sunday in May as the day for everyone to bake something. This year, it falls on May 18. Are you a person who…
Pamela C. Griggs, 68 of Westville, Florida Passes on May 13, 2025
Pamela C. Griggs, 68 of Westville, Florida, passed from this life on May 13, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Pamela life revolved around horses. From bronc riding to…
May 17 is Armed Forces Day
Armed Forces Day is celebrated on the third Saturday in May, and it is the day Americans celebrate their military. In 2022, it falls on Saturday, May 21. Unlike Veterans Day (previously observed…
If You Believe You Were Sold Bad Drugs, Putnam County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Offers Free Testing Service
Douglas Peter Kelly, 49, of Hawthorne, found himself in a situation where he thought someone sold him the wrong illegal narcotic. On Tuesday, Kelly contacted the sheriff’s office and said he purchased…
Department of Transportation Advises Drivers Will Encounter Traffic Disruptions on State Roads in Central Panhandle Over Weekend
Bay County: Jackson County: Washington County: All planned construction activities are weather dependent and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. Drivers are reminded to pay attention to the reduced…
Wausau, Florida Town Council Meets on May 15, 2025
The Wausau, Florida Town Council met on Thursday, May 15, 2025, as seen in this video clip (below).
Regional Severe Thunderstorms Expected on Friday, May 16, 2025 Across Midwest
A regional outbreak of severe thunderstorms is expected today – May 16 – across portions of the Midwest. Multiple rounds of severe storms are expected, with storms already ongoing this morning across…
Chipley Mayor Tracy Andrews and City Staff Attend Chipola Area Habitat for Humanity Dedication Ceremony
Mayor Tracy Andrews, Leonard Blount, Council Member and Patrice Tanner, City Administrator attended the Chipola Area Habitat for Humanity home dedication ceremony for Josephine Potter. The event took place on May 15,…
‘Room 171’ Podcast Interview with Peyton Brannan on May 13, 2025 at Florida Panhandle Technical College in Chipley
‘This Moment Changed My Life’- Peyton Brannan Discusses His Photography on the Room 171 Podcast. ‘Room 171’ Podcast Interview with Peyton Brannan on May 13, 2025, about his journey in Photography following…
Vernon, Florida City Council to Meet on Monday, May 19, 2025
The City Council of Vernon, Florida will meet for their regular Monthly Meeting on Monday, May 19, 2025 at 5:30PM, as seen in the agenda (below).
Washington County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Two Juveniles Following Robbery of Convenience Store on May 15, 2025
At approximately 8:15 a.m. Washington County Sheriff’s Office Telecommunications Center received a call in reference to a robbery of the Pate Farms Convenience store in Caryville. Prior to WCSO’s arrival the suspects…
May 16 is Endangered Species Day
The National Wildlife Federation spearheaded the establishment of Endangered Species Day by Congress, and we take this opportunity each year to share the importance of wildlife conservation and restoration efforts for all…