Drivers in the Dothan area can find some relief at the pump this week as select stations continue to undercut the local average. As of June 1, 2026, the lowest regular unleaded…
Holmes County, Florida Board of County Commissioners to Hold ‘Data Center Discussion’ on Tuesday, June 2, 2026
The Holmes County Board of County Commissioners has a “Data Center Discussion” on the agenda for Tuesday, June 2, at 6:00 PM at 107 East Virginia Avenue in Bonifay, Florida5. Rural communities…
Artificial Intelligence Crushes Entry-Level White-Collar Jobs, Leaving 2025–2026 College Graduates in Limbo
Recent college graduates are entering one of the toughest white-collar job markets in decades, with AI cited as a primary culprit. According to Stanford Digital Economy Lab’s “Canaries in the Coal Mine”…
Today’s Featured Recipe- Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a dish that blends irresistible flavors and textures into one delightful meal. With its crispy, golden Parmesan crust and a rich, velvety garlic sauce, this…
Claudette Ruth Mazzoli, 85 of Bonifay, Florida Passes on May 23, 2026
Claudette Ruth Mazzoli, age 85 of Bonifay, Florida passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at her home in Bonifay, Florida. Born Tuesday, October 22, 1940 in Clarksdale, Mississippi, she was the…
Cheapest Gasoline Prices Within 20 Miles of Panama City, Florida as of June 1, 2026
Bay County, Florida motorists are seeing some of the more affordable fuel prices in the Florida Panhandle this week. As of June 1, 2026, the cheapest regular unleaded gas within 20 miles…
Atlantic Hurricane Season 2026 Starts Today- Here are Your 2026 Storm Names for the Season
The names used for hurricanes in the Atlantic and Eastern Pacific rotate on a six-year cycle, with new names swapped in for storms that are retired due to their significance. Hurricane season begins on…
Marianna, Florida Police Department Seeks Travauntay Latwon Patterson for Attempted Second Degree Murder
During the early morning hours of May 31, 2026, officers responded to 2933 Milton Avenue (Gibbs Apartments) regarding a report of a male subject who had been shot. Upon arrival, officers learned…
Cheapest Gasoline Prices Within 20 Miles of Chipley, Florida as of June 1, 2026
In the rural Washington County area, gas prices remain slightly above coastal Florida averages but still offer competitive deals at key local stations. As of June 1, 2026, the lowest regular unleaded…
James Farris Stewart, 87 of Chipley, Florida Passes on May 30, 2026 at Marianna Health and Rehab
James Farris Stewart, 87 of Chipley, Florida went home to be with the Lord on May 30, 2026 at Marianna Health and Rehab surrounded by his loving family. Farris was born on…
June 1 is Start of Atlantic Hurricane Season
The Atlantic hurricane season is the period in a year, from June 1 to November 30, when tropical or subtropical cyclones are most likely to form in the North Atlantic Ocean. These dates, adopted by convention, encompass the period…
Cottondale, Florida Seeking Police Chief
The small, friendly town of Cottondale, Florida has an open Police Chief position. Apply before May 31, 2026 and more info on the Cottondale, Florida website.
Join Real Florida Magazine for Fla Choppas Barbershop Ribbon Cutting Celebration on June 1, 2026
Join Real Florida Magazine at Fla Choppas Barbershop for their Ribbon Cutting Celebration on Monday, June 1, 2026 at 9:30AM (see below). Master Barber Jamar Franklin and the Fla Choppas team is…
US Weather Service Advises Excessive Rainfall is Possible on Sunday, May 31, 2026
Excessive Rainfall is possible today as activity is expected to be the most active today out of the last few days. Generally, widespread half an inch to 1.5 inches expected. Isolated higher…
Spot Gold and Silver Prices Hold Steady Amid Volatility as of May 31, 2026
Current Spot Prices (as of May 31, 2026): Precious metals markets showed mixed performance in recent sessions, with gold recovering slightly on Friday while silver posted modest gains. Both metals remain significantly…
Cheapest Gasoline Prices Within 20 Miles of Dothan, Alabama
As of May 31, 2026 Dothan-area motorists can find solid savings at big-box and discount retailers as local prices remain competitive with the statewide average. According to AAA data, the current average…
Editorial Comment from Jackson County, Florida’s REALTOR Debbie Roney Smith Concerning AI Data Center
Per REALTOR Debbie Roney: As a long-term community member, I am concerned about the effects an AI Data Center will have on our local ecosystems and community ambiance. We live here in…
Part 1 of a Photographic Retrospective- 2026 Pageant Season Approaching in Northwest Florida
Part 1- Pageant season is quickly approaching in Northwest Florida and here are a few images of past pageant queens and participants from Bay, Holmes, Jackson and Washington County, Florida as seen…
Today’s Featured Recipe- Steak Diane for Two
This flambéed steak recipe makes just two servings- perfect for a special Valentine’s Day meal or date night. Steak Diane is a classic dish from the 1940s and 50s, especially in New…
Vernon, Florida Schedules City Council Workshop on Monday, June 1, 2026
Vernon, Florida City Council has scheduled a City Council Workshop on Monday, June 1, 2026, as seen in the agenda (Below).
May 31 is National Autonomous Vehicle Day
Embrace the future of travel on Autonomous Vehicle Day, celebrated annually on May 31. While self-driving cars have until recently only lived in our imaginations (or on the silver screen), technology and…
Today’s Featured Recipe- Bang Bang Shrimp
Ingredients: Bang Bang Sauce ¼ cup mayonnaise ¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce Sriracha sauce , to taste Fried Shrimp ½ cup buttermilk ¼ teaspoon onion powder ¼ teaspoon garlic powder ¼…
US Weather Service Advises High Chances of Rain through Monday, Increasing Heat Index
7AM ET May 30, 2026 Rinse and repeat, we’ll see high chances for rain through Monday. A secondary hazard through Monday will be the increasing heat index. They’ll be pushing into the…
Panhandle Pump Jackpot: Chipley Drivers Score Florida’s Sweet Spot at $4.04/gallon as Post-Memorial Day Prices Dip
Chipley, Florida — Memorial Day road warriors have headed home, and Washington County motorists are breathing easier at the pump. As of this morning, the lowest regular unleaded price within a comfortable…
Bay County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Brian Chambers for Elder Abuse
Upon arrival, deputies made contact with the 80-year-old victim, who reported being abused by his biological son and caregiver, Brian Chambers. The victim stated Chambers had suffocated him numerous times throughout the…