It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of our sister in Christ, Joann Slay, who passed away on June 2, 2025. Joann was a faithful and dedicated…
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Nathan Buxton for Eluding, Resisting, Felony Ammunition, Etc.
On June 4, 2025, the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office was notified that Walton County deputies were in pursuit of a stolen vehicle traveling eastbound on Highway 90. HCSO deputies intercepted the pursuit…
Vernon, Florida City Council Meets in Special Meeting, Workshop on Monday, June 2, 2025
The City Council of Vernon, Florida met in a Special Meeting on Monday, June 2, 2025 at 5:30PM, and then met in a Workshop session immediately following, as seen in the video…
Deloris Ann Collins (Cowgill), 80 of Chipley, Florida Passes on May 26, 2025
Born on January 31, 1945, in Wilson, Arkansas, Deloris was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Margaret Cowgill, and…
James Alden ‘Jim’ Williams, 55 of Bonifay, Florida Passes on June 1, 2025
James Alden ‘Jim’ Williams, age 55, of Bonifay, Florida passed away June 1, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born January 3, 1970, in Miami-Dade County, Florida. Jim…
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Crystal McKnight for Methamphetamine, Warrants, Etc.
Slocomb Woman Arrested on Active Warrant, Faces Additional Drug Charges On June 2, 2025, a Holmes County Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop in the parking lot of Hamilton’s Store. The vehicle…
June 2 is National Play Your Ukulele Day
National Play Your Ukulele Day is celebrated on May 2 every year. The day is celebrated to get more and more people interested in the instrument while also encouraging those playing it…
William Harry “Bill” Stevens Passes on May 28, 2025 at Southeast Health hospital in Dothan, Alabama
William Harry “Bill” Stevens passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at Southeast Health hospital in Dothan, Alabama. He was born to Ward Vernon Stevens and Enola Pauline Baker/Stevens on May 6,1937, in…
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Francis Weeks for Burglary, Etc.
On May 24, 2025, deputies with the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported burglary at the Smoke Shop in Esto. Investigators took over the case and were able to obtain…
Jackson County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrest Tori Elizabeth Owens for Warrants, Drugs
On Sunday, June 1, 2025, around 9:30 a.m., Jackson County Sheriff’s Office deputies were patrolling the Grand Ridge area when they saw a vehicle driving around the parking lot of a local…
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Devin Little for Grand Theft, Fleeing, Etc.
High-Speed Pursuit Ends in Arrest of Wanted Suspect On May 30, 2025, a Holmes County Sheriff’s Office deputy attempted to initiate a traffic stop on a motorcycle traveling on Highway 2 in…
Jackson County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Tori Elizabeth Owens for Warrants, Drugs
On Sunday, June 1, 2025, around 9:30 a.m., Jackson County Sheriff’s Office deputies were patrolling the Grand Ridge area when they saw a vehicle being driven around the parking lot of a…
Lynn Haven, Florida Police Department Arrests Bay District Schools Employee Stacy Halloran for Child Abuse
The Lynn Haven Police Department received a report through the Gulf Coast Children’s Advocacy Center about a child being struck by a school bus driver. Through the investigation, it was learned on…
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Amanda White on May 31, 2025 for Drugs
On May 31, 2025, a Holmes County Sheriff’s Office deputy conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Highway 81 and Highway 90 on a vehicle driven by Amanda White. A computer…
Social Security Continues to Provide Options for Public Request for Accommodations and File Civil Rights Complaints
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…