Even as children we knew there was great power in being a teacher. Remember playing school and fighting over who was going to lead the group? Future Teachers of America Day, celebrated annually on November 20, was made to celebrate just how great teachers are. It’s sponsored by The Future Teachers of America, an organization… Read More »

The Sunny Hills, Florida Christmas Market is scheduled for Sunday, November 26, 2023, from 1-4PM, as seen (below).

The Jackson County, Florida Senior Homeschooling Class of 2024 visited Florida Panhandle Technical College on Friday morning, November 17, 2023, for Senior Portraits courtesy of Photography students in Studio B, the FPTC production facility. Some participating students are members of the Blue Springs Enrichment Co-op, and one member (Diana Buchanan) is a full-time student in… Read More »

The Jackson County, Florida Senior Homeschooling Class of 2024 visited Florida Panhandle Technical College on Friday morning, November 17, 2023, for Senior Portraits courtesy of Photography students in Studio B, the FPTC production facility. Some participating students are members of the Blue Springs Enrichment Co-op, and one member (Diana Buchanan) is a full-time student in… Read More »

The Washington County, Florida Board of Commissioners convened in a regular monthly meeting on Thursday, November 16, 2023, as seen in the video (below).

She was a spark, a brightly burning ember passing through our lives. A firefly giving off a glow in the middle of the darkest nights. She was a wind of fresh air and grace over our lives. She leaves a mark, that will never be erased. Our sweet girl, Ava Lanae Drew, age 7, of… Read More »

Apple Cider Day is celebrated on November 18 every year. The day celebrates the rich and fruity beverage that fills our hearts and bodies with warmth. They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but a glass of apple cider at the end of a long day can rejuvenate the soul. Apple cider… Read More »

The Wausau, Florida Town Council held a regular Monthly Meeting on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 5PM, as seen in the video (below).

On Thursday, November 16, Jackson County Sheriff’s Office deputies received reports that Zeffrey Lane Moss was threatening to harm a victim with a baseball bat at a home in Marianna. When deputies arrived, they were told that Moss had fled into the woods on foot, and they were given a description of his clothing. The… Read More »

The City of Vernon, Florida City Council has scheduled a Monthly Meeting on Monday, November 20, 2023, at 5:30PM, as seen in the agenda (below). Meeting 11.20.23  

Javier’s Mexican Grill in downtown Chipley, Florida is one of the best-known restaurants in the area, and hands-down the best Mexican cuisine in the Florida Panhandle. Javier’s is now offering a special treat, in their inaugural ‘Latin Night’, an evening of music and dancing, with food and drink specials as a way to kick off… Read More »

The Literacy Volunteers of Washington County, Florida provide help for preparation for the GED, financial literacy, health literacy, technical help and tutoring in reading for all ages. Vernon City Hall is the site for some of this remedial education and there are a lack of volunteers for the Vernon area. Please contact Candice Hodges at… Read More »

Elton Henry Haddock, 90, of Vernon, Florida went home to be with the Lord on November 13, 2023, at his residence. Elton was born on July 11, 1933, in Washington County to Jack Easter Haddock and Annie Bell Curlee. Elton was a lifelong resident of Vernon, Florida and was part of the Living Word of… Read More »

John Andy Franklin is the son of Chris and Cindy Franklin of Graceville, Florida, and a 2022 Graduate of Graceville High School.   In 2023 Franklin graduated from the Digital Video Technology Program at Florida Panhandle Technical School in Chipley.   Andy is currently enrolled at Chipola College where he is working on his Associate… Read More »