Forecasters at NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center now believe that the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season will be more active than average, according to their final update for the year. Their update calls for 14 to 21 total storms, six to 11 of which are expected to become hurricanes and two to five of which will reach… Read More »
We are sad to announce the passing of Antonio Ralph Riveras AKA “Tony” of Chipley, Florida at 63 years old on August 10, 2023. Tony passed away surrounded by his loved ones after a battle with lung cancer. There is no ceremony cremation with remains to return home with family. Surviving family members wife: Sheryl… Read More »
Dangerous heat will continue through the weekend. The most dangerous heat indices today near 113 degrees are expected across portions of the Florida panhandle and big bend where an Excessive Heat Warning is in effect. These dangerously high heat index values will expand to cover a greater area this weekend. In addition, strong to severe… Read More »
Señor Sushi and Grill, in the Washington Square, is located at 1414 Main Street (Hwy 77) in downtown Chipley, Florida, has experienced resounding success since their opening, enjoying a loyal clientele desiring fresh, authentic and made-to-order sushi and hibachi delicacies. Señor Sushi and Grill has tried to respond to customer requests, and have made sevarl… Read More »
On Tuesday, Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey declared a state of emergency, noting the public shelter system has become overwhelmed within the last year. Healey said she’d requested federal government funding to address the problem, and vowed to expedite work permits to help free-up needed shelter space. She pointed blame at federal officials for inaction on immigration law reforms… Read More »
The town of Wausau, Florida is seeking an Inmate Supervisor, whose primary function will be to supervise the Department of Corrections and/or Washington County Jail inmates on various assignments within The Town of Wausau Washington County. Must have the ability to maintain the health, safety, and security of the inmates and the public while supervising… Read More »
On Tuesday, August 8, 2023, around 8:30 p.m., a deputy attempted to make a traffic stop on a “homemade vehicle” with no tag or headlights, and only LED rope lights on the front. The driver sped away from the deputy, and eventually got out and fled on foot. The deputy made contact with the passenger… Read More »
The Washington County Tourist Development Council will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at the Washington County Chamber of Commerce. The meeting will begin at 8am. All meetings are open to the public. If you need to join virtually, please contact the TDC office at (850) 638-6013 for instructions. TDC Agenda Special… Read More »
John Hawkins Telcom Inc. in Vernon, Florida is seeking to hire Construction Forman and Laborers for immediately employment. Call 850-849-3598 to schedule an appointment and application.
According to reports, there are nearly 5,600 families- or more than 20,000 people- many of whom are migrants, currently living in Massachusetts shelters, including infants, young children and pregnant women. That is up from around 3,100 families a year ago, about an 80% increase, and Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey declared a state of emergency on… Read More »
On Tuesday, August 8, 2023, a Sneads, Florida Police Officer conducted a traffic stop on Brandy Nichole Phillmon. Phillmon was being investigated by Jackson County Sheriff’s Office narcotics investigators in connection with Operation Agua Azul for the sale of narcotics. Phillmon was arrested and is being charged with Sale of a Controlled Substance, which is… Read More »
A number of purported semaglutide users have posted on social media that their mental health has suffered since beginning their treatment. Other people on semaglutide have reported to the media that they miss food and the ceremonial act of eating, which then darkens their mood. Still, plenty of people who didn’t need the drug got their hands on the stuff- a… Read More »
Darrell Carnel McCullers, 97 of Cottondale, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on August 5, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Darrell was born on July 21, 1926, in Wabasso, Florida to Jack McCullers and Nanny Helms. He was a resident of the Florida Panhandle for 35 years coming from… Read More »
Nancy Ann Yetter, 83 of Panama City, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on August 5, 2023, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Nancy was born on April 19, 1940, in International Falls, Minnesota to Raymond and Elizabeth Fitzpatrick. Nancy was a resident of the Florida Panhandle since 1985 coming from… Read More »
The Chipley Redevelopment Agency (CRA) will hold a meeting on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at 3:30 PM. Agenda items will include but not limited to: Review applications for CRA Board membership; review grant applications; review FY 2024 Budget. CRA meetings are held in the first-floor conference room at the Washington County Chamber of Commerce, 672… Read More »