An Alabama man is now facing multiple felony charges in Florida after he was stopped in Walton County driving a stolen vehicle. Late Sunday evening, Walton County Sheriff’s Office deputies located a…
Washington County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Warns Citizens of Phone Call Scam on February 4, 2025
Washington County Sheriff’s Office is warning people in the Washington County area of a scam involving a phone call. Scammers are attempting to defraud Washington County residents by calling them and stating…
Washington County, Florida Firefighters Highlighted by Florida Panhandle Technical College Photographers
If you have driven around Washington County, Florida you probably have seen the billboards advertising for the recruitment of volunteer firefighters. Students in the Florida Panhandle Technical College Photography program were fortunate…
Orange Hill Gator Farm in Chipley, Florida Offers a Unique Experience
If you’re looking for fun places to go in Panama City Beach, stop by Orange Hill Gator Farm in Chipley, FL. This hands-on experience with the American alligator is sure to make…
2025 Mardi Gras Celebrations Slated for Panama City and Panama City Beach, Florida
Mardi Gras this year in Panama City, Florida occurs on the weekends of February 14, 2025 (in Pier Park on Panama City Beach) and February 21, 2025 (in St. Andrews, Florida). Here…
Washington County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Rykem Gabrielle McKenzie Following SWAT Intervention
On February 1st, WCSO deputies responded to a McMillion Lane address to execute a civil process ex parte order on 28-year-old Rykem Gabrielle McKenzie. Upon arrival, contact was made with McKenzie who…
Vernon, Florida City Council Calls for Emergency Meeting on Tuesday, February 4, 2025
The Vernon, Florida City Council has called for an Emergency Meeting on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 5:30PM to discuss sewer plant repairs. The public is invited to attend.
February 4 is Homemade Soup Day
National Homemade Soup Day is celebrated on February 4. Soup is the perfect winter meal. People have been enjoying this simple yet extremely delicious dish since 20,000 B.C. Different flavors and types…
City of Vernon, Florida City Council Holds Monthly Workshop on Monday, January 3, 2025
The City of Vernon, Florida City Council held their Monthly Workshop Meeting on Monday, February 3, 2025, as seen in the video (below).
February is Hit-and-Run Awareness Month Urged by Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
February is Hit-and-Run Awareness Month, and Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is urging all motorists to STAY AT THE SCENE when involved in a crash. Leaving the scene of a…
Jackson County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Allen Godfrey, Ashley Haney, and Rolanda Ratliff for Burglary and Grand Theft
On Saturday, February 1, at approximately 5:45 p.m., the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a possible burglary in progress. The victim stated that she saw three suspects removing items…
Early Learning Coalition of Northwest Florida Schedules Board of Director’s Meeting on February 12, 2025
The Board of Directors for the Early Learning Coalition of Northwest Florida has scheduled a meeting on February 12, 2025 at 11AM, per the notice (below).
City of Vernon, Florida City Council to Hold Monthly Workshop on Monday, January 3, 2025
The City of Vernon, Florida City Council will hold their Monthly Workshop Meeting on Monday, February 3, 2025, as seen in the agenda (below).
Sean Gaskell Performs on Monday, February 3, 2025 at Chipley, Florida Library
Join us on Monday afternoon, February 3, 2025 for a music and educational program of the West African kora, a 21 string harp as Sean Gaskell performs at 4PM at the Chipley,…
February 3 is National Carrot Cake Day
National Carrot Cake Day, on February 3, celebrates one of our favorite desserts. Carrots contain a natural sweetness that’s just perfect for cake. Many historians believe the cake originated in the Middle…
Linda Finch, 74 of Chipley, Florida Passes on January 31, 2025
Linda Finch, 74 of Chipley, Florida passed from this life on January 31,2025 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Linda was born on April 11,1950. Linda was the heart of…
Punxsutawney Phil Sees His Shadow on Sunday, February 2, 2025, Meaning Six More Weeks of Winter
Punxsutawney Phil made his annual prediction in Pennsylvania on Sunday as the world’s most famous groundhog saw a shadow, meaning the U.S. and Canada are set for six more weeks of winter….
Groundhog Day on February 2
Groundhog Day on February 2 is when we ask are we in for six more weeks of Winter? Only a groundhog named Punxsutawney Phil knows for sure. Each year on Groundhog Day,…
Holmes County, Florida Sol Fest Event Announces Future Plans Following 2024 Feedback
The recent Sol Fest camping festival in Florida, which experienced incidents such as emergency situations, arrests, and complaints related to law enforcement, has made an announcement about these occurrences through their social…
Vernon, Florida High School Cheerleaders Celebrate Senior Night on January 31, 2025
The Vernon, Florida High School Basketball Cheerleaders celebrated Senior Night on Friday, January 31, 2025, as seen in these images by Rob Holley and Vernon High Yellow Jackets Athletics (below).
Northwest Florida Community Hospital Celebrates Eileen Swindle for 17 Years of Excellence
On Friday, January 31, 2025, administration and staff of Northwest Florida Community Hospital celebrated the incredible career of Eileen Swindle and honored her 17 years of excellent service to our team and…
2025 Mardi Gras Celebrations Slated for Panama City and Panama City Beach, Florida and Dothan, Alabama
Mardi Gras this year in Panama City, Florida occurs on the weekends of February 14 (in Pier Park on Panama City Beach) and February 21 (in St. Andrews, Florida), and on the…
February 1 is National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day
Happy National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day. Surprisingly, this holiday was invented in New York in the middle of the winter. Created in the 1960s (clearly, because it’s a groovy idea), the…
Road Crews Working to Widen Segment of State Road 77 North of Wausau, Florida in January 2025
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 January included pile driving and…
Christopher Dwight Ford and Danielle Cherie Thomas Arrested on January 29, 2025 in Washington County, Florida
On January 29th, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office initiated a traffic stop on Hwy 90 near the Holmes County line. Holmes County Sheriff’s Office was also present and assisted with the stop….