On Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, around 3:30 p.m. the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) responded to the report of a deceased person at a home. When deputies and EMS arrived on scene, the victim was pronounced deceased. Foul play is suspected. A person of interest is in custody and is being questioned by JCSO Investigators.… Read More »

We all have bad days from time-to-time, right? We are pretty sure it is impossible to meet someone who has never had a bad day in their life! Whether it was at school, last time you fell ill, or this morning when you work up on the wrong side of the bed; we are sure… Read More »

The Jackson County, Florida Senior Homeschooling Class of 2024 visited Florida Panhandle Technical College on Friday morning, November 17, 2023, for Senior Portraits courtesy of Photography students in Studio B, the FPTC production facility. Some participating students are members of the Blue Springs Enrichment Co-op, and one member (Diana Buchanan) is a full-time student in… Read More »

Florida State Director, Serita Dawn Scanlan, welcomes you to the 2nd Annual Tri-County Heart of Christmas Pageant, a Florida Preliminary event. NO RESIDENCY RESTRICTIONS, EVERYONE IS INVITED!ADVANCE TO NORTHWEST FLORIDA HEART STATE! ACCEPTING A MAXIMUM OF 10 CONTESTANTS PER AGE DIVISION! ONCE AN AGE DIVISION FILLS IT WILL BE MARKED AS CLOSED! Sunday, November 17,… Read More »

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Todd Charles Abbott, beloved father, grandfather, and businessman, who left us peacefully on November 16, 2024, at the age of 61. A man of great character, strength, and generosity, he touched the lives of all who knew him with his unwavering love for his… Read More »

By Stan Popovich Using drugs and alcohol will not take away your problems and fears. In the short run, they might make you feel better, but in the long run these addictions will only make things worse. As a result, here are eight tips on how to manage your persistent fears and anxieties without using… Read More »

On Tuesday, November 12, 2024, Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) deputies responded to an address on Highway 73 in reference to two vehicle burglaries. The victim stated that two of his vehicles had been entered and rummaged through. Later that day, deputies responded to a business on Magnolia Road in reference to a vehicle theft.… Read More »

Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads in Washington and Holmes counties as crews perform construction and maintenance activities. Holmes County: Washington County: All activities are weather dependent and may be delayed or rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. Drivers are reminded to use caution, especially at night, when traveling through… Read More »

Darwin Mitchell Miller, 66 of Graceville, Florida passed from this life on November 14, 2024 at Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley, Florida. Darwin was born on February 6, 1958 in Hillsdale, Michigan to Leslie Miller and Ersal Mallery. Darwin had a love for Nascar, some of his favorite racers were Jeff Gorgon and Chase… Read More »

Curtis Lee Wolfe, 66 of Cottondale, Florida, passed from this life on November 11, 2024. Curtis was born on May 12, 1958 in Knox, Indiana to Walter Lee Wolfe and Mary Minarik. Curtis enjoyed the outdoors and camping, was a talented carpenter, and enjoyed time with his family. He was brilliantly creative and hard worker.… Read More »

Operation Christmas Child is a project of Samaritan’s Purse.  National Collection Week is November 18 – 25, 2024.  These shoebox gifts will be distributed all over the world in over 100 countries as a means of telling children about Jesus’ love for them.  Please pack a shoebox gift and take it to any collection point… Read More »

Here’s a look back a couple of years, as the Chipley, Florida High School Varsity Lady Tigers Basketball team, along with Coach Justin Miles, visited the Digital Photography Technology Program at Florida Panhandle Technical College on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, to shoot portraits and action photos, as seen in Part 1 of these photos of… Read More »

The City of Vernon, Florida City Council will hold a Monthly Meeting on Monday, November 18, 2024 at 5:30, as seen in the agenda (below).   MEETING 11.18.24agenda

Two men have been arrested on drug charges in Washington County. Earlier this morning, while patrolling the area of Union Hill and Poll Rd., a Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputy initiated a traffic stop. As deputies made contact with the occupants of the vehicle, they could smell the odor of marijuana coming from inside the… Read More »

Part 2- Pepper Spray, also known as OC or Oleoresin Capsaicin Spray, is a lachrymatory agent that irritates the eyes and causes a burning sensation, pain, and temporary blindness, used in policing, riot control, crowd control and self-defense. On Thursday, November 14, 2024, the Television Production Program students at FPTC, under the direction of Instructor… Read More »