The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) basically operates around the clock, with some exceptions, of course. Postal customers had to plan around post offices being closed nationwide for Labor Day on September 4, and the next couple months have more federal holidays to prepare for. But depending on where you live, these may not be the only times… Read More »

The City of Vernon, Florida City Council has scheduled a Final Budget Hearing on Monday, September 25, 2023, at 5:30PM, as seen in the agenda (below). 20230921130729

The National Hurricane Center is tracking Hurricane Nigel and two disturbances, including one that is likely to form off Florida’s coast this weekend. The NHC said Hurricane Nigel is holding steady as a Category 2 storm. Nigel’s winds are near 100 mph, with higher gusts. The storm has likely reached its peak intensity and is… Read More »

In preparation for the fall and winter respiratory virus season 2023, you’ll soon be able to order another round of free COVID-19 tests from the government. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced in a press release on September 20, 2023, that its free at-home COVID testing program will return. Starting next week, you can order… Read More »

On Sunday, September 17, 2023, around 1:45 p.m., a deputy was traveling south on Highway 73 near Highway 231 when he saw a vehicle pass a camper on a solid yellow line. As the vehicle was passing, the vehicle entered the deputy’s lane, causing the deputy to aggressively swerve off the road to prevent a… Read More »

John Franklin “Johnny” Morgan III, 34 of Graceville, passed from this life on September 18, 2023 due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Johnny was born on September 18, 1989 in Kissimmee, Florida to John Franklin Morgan Jr. and Theresa Shearer. A resident of the Florida Panhandle since 1996, Johnny spent his life bringing… Read More »

Kid’s World in Chipley, Florida is hiring.   Full time and part time positions are available, with the center open Monday- Friday, 6:15-5:30.   Please call Ms. Savannah regarding open positions or stop by to fill out an application, in person- no phone calls.   Requirements: •You must be 18 years of age •You must… Read More »

Christi Ermalynn Powell, age 55, of Bonifay, Florida went to be with her Lord and Savior on September 19, 2023, at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama.   She was born February 28, 1968, in Lafayette, Indiana. Christi was preceded in death by her father, Edward Henry Fellers and maternal grandfather, Edward Bartholomew.   Christi’s love… Read More »

On Friday, September 29, 2023, the Sunny Hills Civic Association will host ‘Food Truck Friday’ from 5-8pm, with two food trucks, at the Sunny Hills Civic Building, located at 3681 Gables Blvd in Sunny Hills.  

A Caryville woman and man have been arrested for their involvement in a burglary of an unoccupied structure. On September 17, 2023, Washington County Sheriff’s Office received a report that a homeowner returned home to find several items missing from their barn and property. WCSO deputies quickly develop two people of interest and conduct a… Read More »

A Chipley man has been arrested after being accused of sexually abusing a 12-year-old juvenile in Washington County. An investigation was conducted by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office after reports of sexual abuse were called in alleging 55-year-old Calvin Arthur Long had forced the victim into a sexual act. Following the investigation, a warrant was… Read More »

White House officials confirm that President Joe Biden’s administration is preparing another program to encourage Americans to get booster shots for COVID-19. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is tracking a new variant of the virus as experts say there is an increase in COVID-19 infections across the U.S. Despite this increase, infections remain far below… Read More »

On Tuesday, Sept. 19, around 2:45 a.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle with faulty equipment traveling on Highway 71. When the stop was made, the driver, Carl Anthony Burroughs, immediately got out of the car and placed his hands on top of the vehicle. Deputies smelled alcohol emanating from both the vehicle… Read More »

The Washington County Board of County Commissioners will hold a Meeting on Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. CST, as seen in the agenda (below). This meeting will be held at the Washington County Board of County Commissioners Board Room, located at 1331 South BLVD, Chipley, FL 32428. This meeting is open to the public.… Read More »

The City of Vernon, Florida City Council held their Monthly Meeting on Monday, September 18, 2023, at 5:30PM, as seen in the video clip (below).