Foster Folly News

The City of Panama City, Florida Commission held a Virtual Workshop on Monday, April 6, 2026 as seen in the video (below).

A red flag warning is in effect late this morning through the afternoon for the Eastern Florida Panhandle and Southwest Georgia. Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is…

David Earl Russell, age 76, of Esto, Florida passed away April 4, 2026, at his home. He was born on August 27, 1949, in Phenix City, Alabama to the late James Carroll…

Linda Dianne Driver, age 78, of Westville, Florida passed away April 4, 2026, at her daughter’s home. She was born on April 19, 1947, in Westville, Florida to the late Randell Cullifer…

The U.S. Marshals Task Force, including members of the Walton County Sheriff’s Office, arrest an out of state fugitive wanted on charges involving sexual assault of a child. At 5:30 am Friday,…

International Beaver Day, observed annually on April 7, is a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about the ecological importance of beavers and the need to protect their habitats. We recognize this day to…

​Kathy Ann Braxton of Bonifay, Florida passed from this life to her Heavenly Home on April 4, 2026 at the age of 68. She was a lifelong resident of Bonifay. She was…

Marilyn Ely Meinhardt, 93 of Cottondale, Florida went home to be with the Lord on April 5, 2026 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Marilyn was born on September 10,…

The City of DeFuniak Springs, Florida held a CRA Board Special Meeting on Monday, April 6, 2026 as seen in then video (below).

Jerry Wallace Fears, born on September 1, 1948, in Chipley, Florida, passed away on April 4, 2026, at the Washington Nursing and Rehab Center in Chipley, Florida. Jerry was a hardworking man…

The City of Chipley Public Works Department will be closing a portion of Bennett Drive from Coggin Avenue to Campbellton Avenue on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 @ 8AM for water line maintenance. ALSO, closing a portion…

Vivian Mae Stewart, 75 of Panama City, Florida, passed from this life on April 4, 2026 at St. Andrew’s Bay Skilled Nursing and Rehab Center. Vivian was born on January 20, 1951,…

FIRE WEATHER WATCH – STARTING TOMORROW EVENING (4/7) Here’s what we’re looking at: Winds: 15–20 MPH with gusts up to 25–30 MPH Humidity: 22–28% (that’s dry, dry) What does that mean? Fires…

The Holmes County, Florida Chamber of Commerce is looking for a new part-time Executive Director. This is a part-time opportunity (20 hours per week) for a motivated, community-minded leader who is passionate…

New potential rainfall totals are in across Florida over the next 5 days. Won’t eliminate the drought, but will try to help a bit. Can’t rule out even a few hardest hit…

HCSO Investigating Fatal Accidental Shooting Involving Child On April 5, 2026, at approximately 8:26 p.m., deputies with the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported shooting on Twin Lakes Drive. Upon…

Active Scene – Twin Lakes Drive The Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office is currently on scene of a shooting in the area of Twin Lakes Drive. This is an active investigation, and…

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The city of Vernon, Florida City Council has scheduled a Regular Monthly Workshop Meeting on Monday, April 6, 2026, as seen in the agenda (below).

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), church that traces its origins to a religion founded by Joseph Smith in the United States in 1830. The term Mormon, often used to refer to members of this church,…

Donald L. Harrison Sr. was born on December 1, 1949, in Chipley, Florida. He passed away on April 3, 2026, at Bay Medical Hospital in Panama City, Florida. Donald spent the majority…

WestPoint Home Bed & Bath Factory Outlet in Chipley, Florida has announced their 50% Off WAREHOUSE SALE March 19 through April 12, 2026. WestPoint Home is in the Washington Square, at 1414…

A new homestyle, country-cooking buffet is opening soon in downtown Chipley, Florida. ‘Off The Railz Diner’ at 686 5th Street in downtown Chipley, Florida will offer a Southern-style buffet from 10:30AM to…

George Clayton Owens, Trustee District 6 for West Florida Electric Cooperative wishes a ‘Happy Easter’. Owens goes on to explain the value of electric service and that West Florida Electric Cooperative ensures…

The Red Heifer Steakhouse in downtown Chipley, Florida is immediately seeking a few kitchen professionals to round out their kitchen staff, Tuesday through Friday, 11A-8PM and Saturday 4-9PM. Red Heifer is offering…