A lifelong resident of Holmes County, “Tad” is proud to call this community home. As a 1981 graduate of Holmes County High School, Tad has deep roots in the local school system…
Mavis Annette Porter, 83 of Bonifay, Florida Passes on March 28, 2026, at Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley
Mavis Annette Porter, age 83 of Bonifay, Florida passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley, Florida. Born Wednesday, November 18, 1942 in Hinson Crossroads, Florida,…
Cynthia Pinkerton, 68 of Chipley, Florida Passes on March 29, 2026
Cynthia Pinkerton, 68 of Chipley, Florida passed this life on March 29, 2026 at her residence. Cynthia was born on January 2, 1958, and was a resident of the Florida Panhandle. She…
Florida Panhandle Technical College Photographers Offer Photo Sessions, Portraits to Community
If you are concerned about some of the recent negative press concerning school photographic services, or if you cannot afford the sometimes pricey senior portrait packages offered by these companies, Florida Panhandle…
March 30 is Grass is Always Browner on the Other Side of the Fence Day
The Grass is Always Browner on the Other Side of the Fence Day is celebrated on March 30 every year. This day is a fun holiday celebrated across the country that reminds…
Town of Wausau, Florida Publishes Annual Water Quality Report on March 30, 2026
The Town of Wausau, Florida published the Annual Water Quality Report on Monday, March 30, 2026, as seen (below).
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Joshua Roeder for Methamphetamine, Etc.
On March 27, 2026, Holmes County Sheriff’s Office deputies conducted a traffic stop on Highway 90 on a vehicle driven by Joshua Roeder. A driver’s license check revealed that Roeder’s license had…
Bonifay, Florida Police Department Arrests Josh Johnson and Zion Higgins for Marijuana, Distribution, Paraphernalia, Etc.
On March 23, 2026, officers with the Bonifay Police Department conducted a traffic stop after observing a vehicle traveling significantly above the posted speed limit. During the stop, officers detected the odor…
Bay County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Joseph Garrett Duggar for Lewd & Lascivious Involving Sexual Activity with Minor
The Bay County Sheriff’s Office has arrested and charged 31-year-old Joseph Garrett Duggar for Lewd and Lascivious Behavior, involving unlawful sexual activity with a minor. On March 18, 2026, Bay County investigators…
Photography Students at Florida Panhandle Technical College Capture Washington County Deputy
Photography students at Florida Panhandle Technical College in Chipley, Florida worked in Studio B, the campus production facility, on Monday, March 2, 2026, with Washington County, Florida Sheriff’s Deputy and School Resource…
March 29 is National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day
Our economy couldn’t run without small mom and pop businesses. They create economic growth and provide almost 70% of all new jobs in the country. That’s why every year on March 29…
Kate M. Smith, Washington County VPK and Vernon Elementary Begin Registration for 2026-2027 School Year
Kate M. Smith (Kindergarten), Washington County VPK Center (VPK) and Vernon Elementary School (VPK & Kindergarten) will begin Registration on April 6, 2026 for the 2026-2027 school year. All registrations must now…
Nettie Audrey Irene Burch Shields, 99 of Bonifay, Florida Passes on March 27, 2026 at Bonifay Nursing and Rehab Center
Nettie Audrey Irene Burch Shields, age 99, of Bonifay, Florida passed away March 27, 2026, at Bonifay Nursing and Rehab Center in Bonifay. She was born on December 23, 1926, in Geneva,…
Salon Blow in Downtown Chipley, Florida Offers Jelly Mary Janes
Okay babes… we KNOW you’ve been seeing the jelly Mary Jane shoes everywhere. Well guess what… they’re officially coming to the shop. They’re expected to arrive by April 17, 2026, but they…
Jackson County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Logan Gruver for Burglary, Trespassing, Drugs, Etc.
March 26, 2026 —At approximately 7:21 a.m., the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a burglary in progress on Whispering Pines Road. A witness reported seeing a subject at the…
On March 24, 2026, a Holmes County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Haleigh Johnson for Methamphetamine, Paraphernalia, Etc.
On March 24, 2026, a Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputy conducted a traffic stop on a Porsche for observed traffic violations. During the course of the stop, probable cause was established…
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Arienana Johnson for Marijuana, Distribution, Etc.
On March 25, 2026, a Holmes County Sheriff’s Office deputy conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by a juvenile on Hwy 79. During the stop, the deputy developed probable cause…
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Joshua Burdeshaw for Methamphetamine, Paraphernalia, Fugitive, Etc.
Upon arrival, deputies observed a white male, later identified as Joshua Burdeshaw of Dothan, Alabama, passed out inside the vehicle. A computer check revealed that Burdeshaw had active felony warrants out of…
Fred Earl Merrifield, 66 of Marianna, Florida Passes on March 27, 2026
Fred Earl Merrifield, age 66, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026 with his loving family by his side. Funeral services will be 11 A.M. Monday, March 30, 2026 at Marianna Chapel…
Vietnam Memorial 50th Anniversary Event Hosted by Washington County, Florida Historical Society on Friday, March 27, 2026
Story and photos courtesy of Washington County Historical Society Today was a beautiful and meaningful morning at the 50th Anniversary Vietnam Memorial event hosted by our team here at the Washington County…
Emergency Management Advises Critical Fire Conditions Forecast Due to Winds, Dry Air, Warm Temps and Drought
Critical fire weather is forecast today, due to gusty winds, dry air, warm temperatures, and drought-stressed fuels. New fires will spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged! A Red Flag Warnings remains…
March 28 is ‘Something On A Stick Day’
No, this day is not talking about mops or brooms (although it’s certainly good to be very thankful for them, of course!) but National Something On a Stick Day is all about…
March 27 is Quirky Country Music Song Titles Day
Quirky Country Music Song Titles Day is a yearly event that takes place on March 27. Quirky Country Music Song Titles Day was established to recognize the unique titles of the songs…
March 26 is National Wear A Hat Day
We celebrate Wear A Hat Day on March 26 as a fun and fabulous way to raise awareness for brain-tumor research, and raise funds while we’re at it! The holiday was created…
DeFuniak Springs, Florida CRA Holds Regular Meeting on Wednesday, March 25, 2026
The DeFuniak Springs, Florida CRA held a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, as seen in this video (below).