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May 11 is National Women’s Check-up Day

Posted on May 11, 2026

We jump at any chance to celebrate women and their importance in our lives, which is why we love National Women’s Checkup Day, held every year on the second Monday in May,…

Don’t Get Rid of the ‘Old’ Worker- With 11 Million, the ‘Older’ Workforce has Quadrupled in Size Since the Mid-80’s

Posted on May 11, 2026

Numbering roughly 11 million today, the older workforce has nearly quadrupled in size since the mid-1980s. The increase is driven in part by the growth of the 65-and-older population. The bulk of the…

US Weather Service Advises Strong Thunderstorms on Monday, May 11, 2026 With Gusty Winds and Lightning, Small Hail

Posted on May 11, 2026

A few strong thunderstorms are expected today, bringing familiar hazards such as gusty winds, dangerous lightning, small hail and brief torrential downpours. Be ready, and head indoors when storms approach.

Caryville, Florida Worm Fiddlin’ Festival Slated for Saturday, May 9, 2026- Volunteers Needed

Posted on May 9, 2026

Take a trip to the Town of Caryville for their 15th annual Worm Fiddlin Festival on Saturday, May 9, 2026. Festival gates will open at 9 am, and the Worm Fiddlin Competition…

Trump Media & Technology Group Reports First Quarter 2026 Results

Posted on May 9, 2026

~ Total Assets of $2.2 Billion andOver $2 Billion in Financial Assets* ~ ~ $17.9 Million Cash Provided by Operating Activities with Fourth Consecutive Quarter of Positive Operating Cash Flow ~ ~ Truth Social, Truth+…

May 9 is Military Spouse Appreciation Day

Posted on May 9, 2026

National Military Spouse Appreciation Day is an annual observance that takes place on May 9. It shows appreciation for the commitment and sacrifice that the spouses of service members make, together with…

City of Parker, Florida City Council Meeting on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 (Video)

Posted on May 8, 2026

The City of Parker, Florida City Council held a meeting on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 as seen in this video (below). https://www.youtube.com/live/MWiLUIujrS4?si=2TSxtm21cJS_JTzR

Holmes County, Florida Board of Commissioners Lifts Burn Ban on Friday, May 8, 2026

Posted on May 8, 2026

The Holmes County, Florida Board of Commissioners lifted the Burn Ban on Friday, May 8, 2026, as seen below.

Sunny Hills, Florida Calls for Public Community Meeting on Saturday, May 9, 2026

Posted on May 8, 2026

Submitted by Sunny Hills; Hello… Sunny Hills! There comes a time when neighbors stop sitting on the sidelines, stop feeling isolated, and realize they are not alone. That time is now. This…

Estate Sale Scheduled for May 7-9, 2026 by Panhandle Estate Liquidators

Posted on May 8, 2026

Check out this large Estate Sale on Thursday, May 7, 2206 through Saturday, May 9, 2026 by Panhandle Estate Liquidators, as seen below. The sale is located at 7122 South Lagoon in…

US Weather Service Advises Marginal Risk of Severe Thunderstorms Friday through Sunday, May 8-10, 2026

Posted on May 8, 2026

There’s a Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) of severe thunderstorms each day through Sunday. Be ready to head indoors when storms approach. Main threats are strong gusts, lightning, torrential downpours, and…

City of Chipley, Florida Holds Planning and Zoning Meeting on Thursday, May 7, 2026 (Video)

Posted on May 8, 2026

The City of Chipley, Florida held a Planning and Zoning Meeting on Thursday, May 7, 2026 as seen n this video (below).

Helen Gay Nowlin, 78 of Westville, Florida Passes on May 5, 2026

Posted on May 8, 2026

Helen Gay Nowlin, 78, of Westville, Florida, passed from this life on May 5, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Helen was born on January 14, 1948, in Alford,…

Dothan, Alabama Police Department Arrests Traveyon De’Vante Wilcox for Attempted Kidnapping, Resisting, Etc.

Posted on May 8, 2026

A Georgia man is behind bars after police say he attempted to force a woman into her vehicle in the parking lot of the Southside Walmart on South Oates Street. According to…

May 8 is National Student Nurses Day 

Posted on May 8, 2026

National Student Nurse Day is celebrated on May 8 as part of National Nurses Week. It’s a day to appreciate the courage of student nurses as they take on the highly challenging…

Hantavirus- the Next Pandemic? Hantavirus’s Extreme Lethality Might Be Its Limitation

Posted on May 8, 2026

Where is Doctor Fauci When We Need Him? Interestingly, Hantavirus’s extreme lethality might be its limitation. Three passengers on the cruise ship MV Hondius recently died from hantavirus infection, and at least…

An Historic Year: Commissioner Frank J. Bisignano Delivers a Stronger Social Security

Posted on May 7, 2026

The Social Security Administration (SSA) today marks the one-year anniversary of Commissioner Frank J. Bisignano’s swearing-in as the agency’s 18th Senate-confirmed leader. Over the past year, Commissioner Bisignano has delivered on President…

National Weather Service Advises Weather Alert: Severe Storms Possible on Thursday, May 7, 2026

Posted on May 7, 2026

The National Weather Service is monitoring the potential for severe weather across our region today. A Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) is in place for much of the Florida Panhandle. Main…

Hantavirus Scare in United States? Georgia Department of Public Health Says Two Georgia Residents Monitored for Rare Outbreak

Posted on May 7, 2026

The Georgia Department of Public Health says it is actively monitoring two Georgia residents who recently returned from the MV Hondius cruise ship, which has been linked to a rare hantavirus outbreak….

Attention Guitar Players: Humbucker or Single-Coil Pickups in Your Fender Telecaster?

Posted on May 7, 2026

Fender Telecasters traditionally use single-coil pickups in both bridge and neck positions. Many players (and factory models like the Tele Deluxe or Player II HH) swap or add a humbucker in the…

Northwest Florida Championship Rodeo Schedules Meeting on Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Posted on May 7, 2026

Are you passionate about serving our community and being part of something bigger? Join us for our May General Membership Meeting on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 12 PM at Bonifay City…

May 7 is National Skilled Trades Day

Posted on May 7, 2026

National Skilled Trades Day is observed annually on May 7. It was established in 2019 by City Machine Technologies in Youngstown, Ohio, to raise awareness about the value of the skilled trades…

North Carolina Wildlife Federation Honors Conservation Leaders at Annual Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards

Posted on May 7, 2026

North Carolina Wildlife Federation (NCWF) celebrated outstanding conservation efforts across the state at the 61st Annual Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards ceremony, held on May 2, 2026. The event recognized individuals and organizations…

Theodore Roosevelt Woolwine, 84 of Bonifay, Florida Passes on April 29, 2026

Posted on May 7, 2026

Theodore Roosevelt Woolwine, age 84 of Bonifay, Florida passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at his home in Bonifay, Florida. Born Tuesday, November 18, 1941 in Bourbon County, Kentucky, he was…

Washington County, Florida Council on Aging Celebrates Cinco de Mayo on May 5, 2026 

Posted on May 6, 2026

The Washington County, Florida Council on Aging celebrated Cinco de Mayo i style on May 5, 2026, under the gazebo on the grounds of WCCOA, as seen in the contributed photo. We…

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