The Vernon, Florida High School Girls Weightlifting Team recently competed in the Girls Rural State Weightlifting Championship in Wewahitchka, Florida. Congratulations to Coach McKee and the girls, with results: Tamia Potter- 2nd…
Walton County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Chester McKinley on February 7, 2025
A traffic stop leads to the arrest of a DeFuniak Spring man for trafficking methamphetamine. On Wednesday, February 5th, a Walton Cunty, Florida Sheriff’s deputy stopped a truck for an obstructed tag…
Marianna, Florida Police Department Arrests Fugitive Donald Reed Sparks on February 7, 2025
On February 7, 2025, at approximately 2:10 p.m., officers with the Marianna Police Department observed wanted fugitive Donald Reed Sparks, 29, at a residence on Milton Avenue. As officers approached, Sparks fled…
February 8 is National Kite-Flying Day
Get set to feel the wind in your face, the line in your hand, and the liberating feeling one gets when flying a kite. It’s National Kite-Flying Day after all. Did you…
Drivers Will Encounter Traffic Disruptions on State Roads in Washington and Holmes County, Florida Over Weekend
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…
Chipley, Florida’s Band Director Richard Davenport to be Inducted into Florida Bandmasters Association Hall of Fame
Long-time Chipley High School Band Director Richard Davenport will be inducted into the Florida Bandmasters Association Hall of Fame. Davenport received the news in January while attending the annual Florida Music Education…
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office in Active Foot Pursuit of Justin Mullins in Cane Mill Road and Bethlehem School Area
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office is actively in a foot pursuit of Justin Mullins in the area of Cane Mill Rd. Bethlehem School has been notified as a precaution. Holmes Correctionla K9…
‘Javier’s Too’ Now Open and Offering Authentic Mexican Cuisine in Graceville, Florida
Anyone living in the Chipley, Florida area has experienced the authentic Mexican cuisine at Javier’s Mexican Grill, located in the Washington Square at 1414 Main Street, right next door to WestPoint Home…
Vernon, Florida High School Football Secures Niceville Offensive Coordinator David Hedges as Head Coach
David Hedges was recently contracted by the Vernon, Florida High School Football program to serve as Head Football Coach and Athletic Director. Taking time with his players for the first time on…
Oyster Bar Of Graceville, Florida Announces Entertainment Lineup on Friday, February 7, 2026
The Oyster Bar Of Graceville, Florida has announced the lineup of live entertainment for the weekend of February 7, 2025, with Friday night featuring DAVID MARTIN and Saturday night featuring CODY WALLACE. Join…
Bay County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Assists ICE on February 6, 2025 to Locate Eight Criminal Illegal Aliens
The Bay County Sheriff’s Office assisted ICE yesterday as they went to several locations to locate criminal illegal aliens in Bay County. Eight individuals were taken into custody. Those in custody were…
Northwest Florida Community Band to Present Concert Band Classics on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at Chipley High School
Northwest Florida Community Band will present an evening of concert band classics on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 6:30pm in the Chipley High School Auditorium. Selections to be performed by the all-volunteer…
Bay County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Massage Parlor Owners on February 5, 2025
Bay County Sheriff Tommy Ford announced today the arrests of several local massage parlor owners and managers for failing to maintain records and regulations required by state law at the businesses. In…
February 7 is National Wear Red Day
The first Friday in February (February 7) is National Wear Red Day. On this day, which is considered American Heart Month, everyone across the country dons the color red in order to…
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Looking for 2 ‘Not-So-Professional’ Burglars- Photos Attached
The Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office is looking for these two “professional” burglars, who apparently think breaking into homes is a good hobby. Spoiler alert: It’s not. Cameras caught them in the…