Democratic Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey is deploying 250 National Guard troops to help with the state’s migrant crisis, she said in a statement Thursday. The National Guard troops will support migrants living in emergency shelter hotels, according to the statement. The state currently has 6,000 families, including children and pregnant women in its care. “Massachusetts is in… Read More »

Tropical development is possible next week between Africa and the Lesser Antilles as we near the peak of the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season. Right now, it’s over western Africa. It’s a disturbance known as a tropical wave, or African easterly wave. These disturbances in the atmosphere move from east to west off Africa into the Atlantic… Read More »

Several months ago, transgender women’s cyclist Austin Killips appeared to push a female competitor during a race, although Killips was not disqualified from the competition. And former Olympic cyclist Inga Thompson thinks it’s because she got preferential treatment since she was a transgender athlete. During an appearance on the “Gaines for Girls” podcast hosted by… Read More »

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has responded to speculation that it may be considering the return of mask mandates amid a rise in coronavirus infections linked to the emergence of new variants of the virus. A spokesperson for the agency told Newsweek it currently has no intention to call for a return of mask… Read More »

The Washington County Chamber of Commerce will be co-hosting with Jackson County Chamber of Commerce, Holmes County Chamber of Commerce, Liberty County Chamber of Commerce, and Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce to present “Future of Work Florida Education Summit”.   This unique collaboration reflects a shared commitment to driving educational and workforce development opportunities for… Read More »

A Washington County resident is behind bars today on felony charges.   This afternoon, at approximately 2:15 pm, Washington County Sheriff’s Office arrested 47-year-old Laura Lee Cates of Sunny Hills.   Cates is an employee with the Florida Dept. of Corrections Probation and Parole Office in Chipley.   Reports allege that an incident occurred yesterday… Read More »

Two individuals are behind bars and facing drug-related charges in Washington County following a traffic stop. At approximately 9:17 pm, on August 28th, Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies stopped a vehicle near Washington Blvd. and Gambit Place in Sunny Hills. As deputies make contact with the subjects in the vehicle, they seemed nervous. With the… Read More »

In a study of more than 100,000 men and women, researchers discovered that subclasses of powerful antioxidants called flavonoids- namely flavonols, flavan-3-ols, anthocyanins, and flavonoid polymers- found in select fruits and vegetables may prevent weight gain. The healthiest fruits with the greatest effect on weight maintenance were chock full of flavonoids called anthocyanins, and blueberries top this… Read More »

Earlier this year, disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong spoke out against transgender female athletes competing in women’s sports, calling for “fairness” in women’s sports – which is ironic coming from one of the most prolific cheaters in the history of sports. And now he’s claiming that he actually got more hate for those comments than he… Read More »

As Hurricane Idalia battered Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis issued a stern warning to would-be looters, stating that law enforcement would not tolerate anyone taking advantage of the chaos. “You loot, we shoot,” the 44-year-old Governor warned on Wednesday, August 30. The 2024 Republican presidential candidate issued the warning during a press conference in Perry, Florida after Hurricane… Read More »

Fruits, with their vibrant colors and natural sweetness, have long been celebrated as a vital component of a balanced diet, providing essential vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber. However, while these nutrient-packed wonders offer numerous health benefits, it’s important to recognize that certain fruits can sometimes be associated with bloating and potential impacts on belly fat.… Read More »

Shiloh Baptist Church in Chipley, Florida is planning a breakfast honoring First Responders on Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 9:30AM.

Kenneth Earl Henderson 82, of Graceville, Florida went home to be with Jesus on August 31, 2023, at Flowers Hospital  surrounded by his loving family after an extended illness. Kenneth was born on December 20, 1940, in Black, Alabama to Louie and Thelma Henderson. A lifelong resident of Graceville, Kenneth worked in the feed industry… Read More »

A fugitive wanted in connection with trafficking methamphetamine has been captured in Washington County, Florida this morning, August 31, 2023. At approximately 5:30 a.m., a wanted fugitive out of Holmes County was taken into custody. Members of the US Marshals Fugitive Task Force along with Washington County Sheriff’s Office and Holmes County Sheriff’s Office located… Read More »