The town of Alford, Florida has scheduled a community event on Sunday, July 2, 2023, titled ‘Sundae Funday’. The event will take place at 2PM at Alford Park and will feature a homemade ice cream contest, watermelon and fellowship.
On Friday, June 23, around 6:30 p.m. deputies responded to Little Zion Road just outside of Sneads after receiving reports that a shooting had occurred at a home. When they arrived at the scene, deputies found one person dead and Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Investigators, as well as the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, were… Read More »
Celebrate Independence Day Early with a Bang in Holmes County, Florida. Sunday, July 2nd with Fireworks starting at 9 pm CT. Located in laid-back Bonifay and less than an hour’s drive from Panama City Beach and Enterprise, Al. Enjoy a world-class fireworks show without wasting hours stuck in traffic! Bring your picnic and… Read More »
Join Real Florida Magazine in Vernon, Florida on July 1, 2023, for a July 4 Patriotic Celebration, including a parade at 4PM in downtown Vernon, as seen in these photos from the 2011 event by Paul Goulding Photography, along with a festival at 5PM at the Vernon SportsPlex, with food, vendors, entertainment and amusements for… Read More »
WestPoint Home Bed & Bath Factory Outlet in Downtown Chipley, Florida will present one of the very best times of year to give your home a Summer makeover, taking advantage of the fantastic prices during the 2023 Summer Warehouse Sale, featuring 50% off everything in the store, and 60% off all Clearance items, from June… Read More »
Join the Magnolia African Methodist Episcopal Church in Marianna, Florida as they offer a ‘Back to School Giveaway’ for school supplies on Saturday, July 22, 2023. Free food, bookbags and school supplies will be offered to the public starting at 10AM, and it all happens at 38oo Missouri Road in Marianna at Magnolia AME Church.… Read More »
Salon Blow in downtown Chipley, Florida is celebrating this patriotic time of year with a big Red-White and Blue July 4 Party and Sale, Tuesday, June 27 through Friday, June 30, 2023, that kicks off this holiday in style. Stop by for a complimentary Sparkler Punch and some red, white and blue refreshments as you… Read More »
Two are in custody today for taking two young children out of Bay County Florida to Milwaukee, Wisconsin without the knowledge of their mother. The Bay County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of Adalyn Jean Burkett, 18, of Callaway, and Marquan L. Edwards, 22, from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for taking the children and their mother’s… Read More »
It’s time to reserve your camping spots for the Rodeo Weekend in Bonifay, Florida. Campsites are on a first-come, first-serve basis and camping spots fill up fast. Upgraded and adding new sites with water & electric. Receive 2 Free Rodeo tickets if paid before July 30, 2023, so make plans to attend… Read More »
Walton County Fire Rescue, the primary provider of Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and the largest fire suppression agency north of the Choctawhatchee Bay in Walton County, is proud to announce Chief Austin Pugh as the department’s new fire chief. Chief Pugh, 42, is a career public safety professional, serving… Read More »
A Brandon, FL woman was arrested in Washington County on several felony charges to include smuggling contraband into a detention facility. On June 25, 2023 Washington County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by the Northwest Florida Reception Center to transport an arrestee following an investigation conducted by the prisons Inspector General Office. Antoinette Mary Martin, 40,… Read More »
I’m beyond frustrated at the situation that we have with tragic and unnecessary deaths in the Gulf. I have watched while deputies, firefighters and lifeguards have risked their lives to save strangers. I have seen strangers die trying to save their children and loved ones, including two fathers on fathers day. These… Read More »
Harvey Ross Ball, a graphic designer from Worcester, Massachusetts, is credited with inventing the iconic smiley face in 1963. Ball (July 10, 1921 – April 12, 2001) was a commercial artist. After World War II, Ball worked for a local advertising firm until he started his own business, Harvey Ball Advertising, in 1959. … Read More »
The City of Chipley, Florida has scheduled an election for Ward 2 and Ward 3 representation on August 1, 2023. Current Ward 2 Councilperson is Tommy Sasser, holding that position for a dozen years, while Mayor Tracy Andrews holds the Ward 3 position. Following the close of the qualifying period, Mayor Tracy Andrews remains unopposed… Read More »
This controversial new law sparked debate earlier this year, leaving many worried about the bill worsening gun violence in their neighborhoods, but what is the concealed weapon law in Florida? The new bill allows Florida residents to carry a concealed weapon as long as they follow two requirements. The first is that they carry valid… Read More »