The Social Security Administration (SSA) is committed to ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to access its programs, activities, and facilities, regardless of disability, in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation…
Trump Media Closes Bitcoin Treasury Deal
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,…
Florida Department of Transportation Issues Traffic Advisory
Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads in the Central Panhandle area as crews perform construction and maintenance activities. Bay County: Holmes County: Jackson County: Washington County: All planned…
Johnnie René Sharp (Hancock) Passes on May 22, 2025 in Panama City
On May 22, 2025, at 2:20 in the afternoon, Johnnie René Sharp (Hancock) passed away at a Panama City hospital after complications arose from a surgical procedure that was performed three days…
Linda G. Ford, 73 of Graceville, Florida Passes on May 26, 2025 at HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital in Panama City, Florida
Linda G. Ford, age 73 of Graceville, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on May 26, 2025 at HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital in Panama City, Florida. Linda was born…
Carmen J. Adams, 81 of Chipley, Florida Passes on May 27, 2025
Carmen J. Adams, age 81 of Chipley, FL passed from this life on Tuesday, May 27th, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 25th, 1943…
Deloris Ann Collins (Cowgill), 80 of Chipley, Florida Passes on May 26, 2025
Deloris Ann Collins (Cowgill), 80, of Chipley, FL, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior on May 26, 2025, at home, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January…
Washington County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Stacy Janelle Pettis for Sexual Misconduct with Child Under 16
A 54-year-old Chipley woman has been arrested after reports of sexual misconduct with a child under the age of 16. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office began an investigation once a report was…
Jackson County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Vernis Newton, Jr. for Theft, Resisting, Neglect
On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, around 2:30 p.m., Jackson County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to Walmart in refence to a retail theft. When deputies arrived, the complainant said that the suspect, later…
Allen Eugene Byrd, 83 of Fountain, Florida Passes on May 24, 2025
Allen Eugene Byrd, 83 of Fountain, Florida went home to be with the Lord on May 24, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Allen was born on November 18,…
National Weather Service Advises of Possible Extreme Thunderstorms Over Next Days
A Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) of Severe Thunderstorms is in place today for the I-75 corridor of Southwest GA and Friday for much of Southeast AL, Southwest GA, and portions of the…
Vernon, Florida City Council to Meet in Special Meeting, Workshop on Monday, June 2, 2025
The City Council of Vernon, Florida will meet in a Special Meeting on Monday, June 2, 2025 at 5:30PM, and meet in a Workshop session immediately following, as seen in the agenda…
Mary Elizabeth Duty, 69 of Vernon, Florida Passes on May 27, 2025
Mary was born on October 11, 1955, in Bay County to Wesley and Edna Kelly. She loved spending time on her computer, especially playing Farmville, and enjoyed watching cooking shows. Mary also…
Emergency Operations Center Advises Severe Weather for Balance of Week May 28-May 30, 2025
Below is National Weather Service Briefing for today (Wednesday, May 28, 2025) through Friday, May 30, 2025. The main takeaway is the potential for over 3 inches of rainfall, which could lead…
Estate Sale Scheduled for May 30&31, 2025 by Panhandle Estate Liquidators
Check out this large Estate Sale on Friday, May 30 and Saturday, May 31, 2025 by Panhandle Estate Liquidators, as seen in these images (below). The sale is located at 315 Hiland…
Northwest Florida Community Band to Present Free Concert on June 3, 2025 in Chipley, Florida
The Northwest Florida Concert Band will present a free concert at Grace Assembly on June 3, 2025 as seen below.
Shayna Michell Poole, 20 of Chipley, Florida Passes on May 26, 2025.
Shayna was born on November 3, 2004, in Marianna, Florida, to John Michael Poole and Tara Marie Carpenter. She was a lifelong resident of Washington County and had a strong faith in…
Electric Boat Makes Historic First Crossing from Europe to Africa
A Swedish crew has successfully piloted a Candela C-8 foiling electric boat from Europe to North Africa—marking the first-ever intercontinental journey by an electric vessel. A Candela C-8 Polestar Edition completed the historic voyage…
Lynn Haven, Florida Police Department Arrests Thomas Andrew Gartner for Theft, Active Warrant
The suspect in the case involving the theft of a purse at Walgreens has been identified as Thomas Andrew Gartner, however his whereabouts are unknown. He has been charged with the theft…
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Thomas Cleland, 18 for Drugs, Alcohol, Etc.
On May 26, 2025, while conducting patrol at Lake Cassidy, a Holmes County Sheriff’s deputy observed a white male, later identified as 18-year-old Thomas Cleland of DeFuniak Springs, passed out in a…
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Shane Burnsed of Punta Gorda for DUI
On May 26, 2025, Holmes County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a disturbance at Lake Cassidy. Upon arrival, it was determined that Shane Burnsed of Punta Gorda, Florida, was intoxicated, had backed into…
States Most Likely to Legalize Recreational Cannabis Next Include Florida
Several states are actively working toward legalizing recreational marijuana, with public support high and lawmakers facing growing pressure to act. While 24 states already allow adult-use marijuana, the race to become the…
Part 1- Chipley, Florida High School Celebrates Graduation Ceremonies for Class of 2025 on Friday, May 23, 2025
Part 1- Chipley, Florida High School celebrated graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2025 with family, friends and staff at Philip Rountree Stadium on Friday, May 23, 2025, as seen in these…
Chipley, Florida Goodwill Career Resource Center Relaunches with Enhanced Workforce Training Services
The Chipley Goodwill Career Resource Center is excited to announce its grand relaunch on May 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM. This event marks a significant milestone in Goodwill’s commitment to providing comprehensive…
May 24 is Asparagus Day
National Asparagus Day is celebrated on May 24, and we are ready to eat! Asparagus production in the United States is concentrated between three states: California, Michigan, and Washington, and it is best…