On Friday, February 28, 2025, around 9:15 p.m., Jackson County Sheriff’s Office deputies conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle near Highway 71 and Chestnut Lane. When deputies made contact with the…
Weather Experts Advise of Increased Risk of Showers and Storms in Western Florida Panhandle on Tuesday PM, Wednesday AM
Afternoon update increased risk in the area to 15% with wind the main concern. The forecast remains the same. A weakening line of showers and storms should move in around midnight in…
Washington County, Florida Fire Department to Hold ‘Push-In’ Ceremony Celebrating New Engine on March 10, 2025
The Washington County Fire Department (WCFD) is excited to invite the community to a special “Push-In” ceremony celebrating the addition of their new engine. The event will take place at 3868 Gables…
Walton County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Joshua Sohne for Resisting, Battery on Law Enforcement
Deputies responded to Jeanine Way following the report of a suspicious incident where the caller found a man in his home who he believed to be a squatter. When deputies arrived, the…
List of Retail Discounts for Seniors- BUT You MUST Ask for It!
Dunkin Donuts gives FREE coffee to people over 55. If you’re paying for a cup every day, you might want to start getting it FREE. There are many other discounts available in…
Early Learning Coalition of Northwest Florida Schedules Board of Director’s Meeting on March 12, 2025
The Board of Directors for the Early Learning Coalition of Northwest Florida has scheduled a meeting on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 11AM CDT, per the notice (below).
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Christopher Newton for Cocaine
A Holmes County, Florida man unintentionally set himself up for an arrest after sending a text message that led deputies straight to illegal drugs. Deputies with the Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office…
Holmes County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Krystal Rios for Meth, Active Warrants, Etc.
A traffic stop in Ponce de Leon led to the arrest of a woman on multiple charges, including drug possession and providing false information. A Holmes County Sheriff’s Office deputy conducted a…
U.S. Weather Service Advises of Severe Thunderstorms on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, with Risk of Tornados
A line of thunderstorms will move through the area Wednesday, bringing a marginal risk of severe or damaging thunderstorms. Damaging winds, isolated tornados, and small hail will be the main threats. A…
Katherine D. Sloan, 58 of Cottondale, Florida Passes on February 25, 2025
Katherine D. Sloan, 58 of Cottondale, went home to be with the Lord on February 25, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Katherine was born to Collis and Melba Kent on July…
Washington County, Florida Youth Fair Swine Exhibition on Friday, February 28, 2025
Day 1 of the Washington County, Florida Youth Fair saw the swine exhibition portion of the show, as seen in these images by Florida Panhandle Technical College Photography graduate Madison Ross on…
Crews Working to Widen 3.5-Mile Segment of State Road 77 in Wausau, Florida
Crews are working to widen a 3.5-mile segment of State Road 77, between Rogers Road and Cane Mill Road, in Wausau. Construction activities during the month of February included excavation, pile driving…
March 3 is International Ear Care Day
International Ear Care Day is on March 3. This day creates awareness about how to prevent hearing loss, and how to take care of and maintain the proper health of our ears….
Chipley, Florida Police Department Executes Multiple Search Warrants Resulting in Arrests
The Chipley Police Department successfully executed three search warrants this month as part of an ongoing investigation into illegal drug activity within our community. These efforts required extensive planning and coordination, and…
Washington County, Florida Youth Fair Beef Exhibition on Saturday, March 1, 2025
Day 2 of the Washington County, Florida Youth Fair saw the beef exhibition portion of the show, as seen in these images by Florida Panhandle Technical College Photography graduate Madison Ross on…
Washington County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Bobby Gene Englebright for Methamphetamine
A Caryville, FL man is behind bars and facing drug-related charges after a traffic stop in Washington County. At approximately 11:00 am, on February 28th, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office initiated a…
Georgeann Park Garner, 48 of Chipley, Florida Passes on February 22, 2025
Georgeann Park Garner, 48 of Chipley, Florida went home to be with the Lord on February 22, 2025. Georgeann was born on February 22, 1977 in Biloxi, Mississippi to George Park and…
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Rachael Austin on February 27, 2025 for Meth
A routine traffic stop conducted by a Holmes County Sheriff’s Office deputy on February 27, 2025, resulted in the arrest of a woman for drug possession. The deputy observed Rachael Austin driving…
Vernon, Florida City Council Schedules Monthly Workshop on Monday, March 3, 2025
The Vernon, Florida City Council has scheduled a Monthly Workshop Meeting on Monday, March 3, 2025 at 5:30PM, as seen in the agenda (below).
LAST DAY! 50% Everything at WestPoint Home Factory Outlet ‘Lowest Prices of the Season’ Sale, Through Monday, March 3, 2025
Last Day! 50% Everything in the Store! WestPoint Home Factory Outlet ‘Lowest Prices of the Season’ Sale, from Friday February 21 through Monday, March 3, 2025. 1414 Main Street in Downtown Chipley,…
Bay County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Shawna Yohe and Elizabeth Walker for Contraband
Bay County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) inspectors have arrested Shawna Yohe, age 44, and Elizabeth Walker, age 27, both of Panama City, following an investigation into introduction of contraband inside the Bay County…
Teddy Allen Palinkas, 67 of Caryville, Florida Passes on February 20, 2025, at HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital in Panama City
Teddy Allen Palinkas, age 67, of Caryville, Florida passed away February 20, 2025, at HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital in Panama City, Florida. He was born May 15, 1957, in East Cleveland,…
The Krewe of Kolosse Mardi Gras Parade in Dothan, Alabama Promises to be Bigger Than Ever in 2025
The Krewe of Kolosse Mardi Gras Parade is back and BIGGER THAN EVER! Saturday, March 1st marks a monumental occasion as we roll out the beads, the bands, and the biggest smiles…
February 27, 2025 is Fat Thursday
Fat Thursday is the last Thursday before Ash Wednesday, a Christian tradition in many European countries, marking the last Thursday before Lent. Fat Thursday is a feasting day where people indulge in sweets and rich foods before the fasting…
What Is Hip Replacement Surgery?
Hip replacement surgery is a procedure in which a doctor surgically removes a painful hip joint and replaces the worn-out bone and cartilage with an artificial joint (implant). The replacement joint is usually…