Foster Folly News

Despite hot-tempered vocal controversy over organization of the ‘Miss Chipley’ pageant, including qualifications to enter the pageant fray, local queens stayed positive, upbeat and classy, and kicked off ‘Thursday Night Lights’ in…

Reed retired in January of 2017 after a distinguished career spanning 30 years with the Department of Transportation. His commitment to his work was matched only by his quick wit and joyful…

On April 16, 2026, a deputy with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office observed a vehicle committing a traffic violation on Highway 79 in Vernon and initiated a traffic stop by activating emergency…

On April 17, 2026, members of the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant on a camper trailer located on Twin Lakes Drive in reference to the distribution of methamphetamine. Upon…

Men’s everyday shorts are officially HERE at Salon Blow, 1069 Main Street in downtown Chipley, Florida. Comfort, style, and ready for anything — don’t wait on these, we will be shipping out…

Prime Rib Night was a HUGE Success, so by popular demand, Red Heifer Steak House will present Prime Rib Night on Thursdays, 5-8PM. Includes 2 sides, just $28. Just a mile North…

In 2025, U.S. consumers spent approximately $108.7–109.6 billion on the makeup and cosmetics industry (broadly defined as beauty and personal care products, including color cosmetics/makeup, skincare, haircare, fragrance, and related categories). This…

On April 15, 2026, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a possible sex offense involving a minor. After an on-scene investigation into the allegations, 56-year old Scott Eli Cowell of…

Tommy Ray Sullivan, 68, of Chipley, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on April 11, 2026, at Ascension Sacred Heart Bay Hospital in Panama City, Florida. Tommy was born on…

The Fender Telecaster is widely regarded as the first commercially successful mass-produced solid-body electric Spanish-style guitar, revolutionizing the instrument by offering feedback-free sustain, bright tone, durability, and affordability for working musicians. Its…

Homeowners insurance costs in the U.S. have risen substantially since 2020—roughly 40–50%+ nationally—driven by a combination of post-COVID economic pressures and escalating catastrophe risks. This is far above general inflation (~16% since…

Ralph Douglas Toole, a devoted husband, respected farmer, longtime Sunday School teacher, and dedicated member of the First Baptist Church of Chipley, passed away peacefully at his home on April 14, 2026….

The City of Tallahassee, Florida City Commission held a Budget Workshop on April 15, 2026 as seen in this video (below).

The Gulf County, Florida Board of Commissioners held a Special Meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 as seen in the video (below).

Goldbacks are a patented form of physical gold currency/notes—thin, flexible polymer sheets that embed a precise, visible amount of 24-karat gold between protective layers. They function like spendable “fractional gold cash” rather…

Walton County, Florida held a Technical Review Committee Meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 as seen in the video (below).

The City of Panama City, Florida held a CRA Virtual Workshop on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 as seen in this video (below).

Get to Know Your Customers Day reminds businesses to reach out to patrons and get to know them better. The day is observed annually on the third Thursday of each quarter (January,…

The Town of Wausau, Florida has scheduled a Monthly Meeting on Thursday, April 16, 2026, as seen in the agenda (below).

As of April 16, 2026, the spot price of gold is approximately $4,820–$4,835 per ounce (USD). Live quotes throughout the day have ranged from roughly $4,813 to $4,839, reflecting typical intraday volatility….