Beginning January 1, 2026, the Apalachicola Bay oyster fishery will reopen to commercial and recreational harvest. An Apalachicola Bay (AB) Endorsement is required for commercial oyster harvest from the bay. The Apalachicola…
2nd Annual Cruise In Car Show and ‘Toys For Tots’ on November 15, 2025 in Wausau, Florida
Benefits Washington County, Florida and Holmes County, Florida ‘Toys for Tots’, sponsored by Tommy’s Tires in Chipley, Florida. Call 850-676-4302 for more information.
City of Chipley, Florida Regular Council Meeting on Monday, November 10, 2025 (Video)
The City of Chipley, Florida City Council met on Monday, November 10, 2025, as seen in the video (below).
Danny Frank Summerlin, 56 of Bonifay, Florida Passes on November 9, 2025, at Flowers Hospital in Dothan, Alabama
Danny Frank Summerlin, age 56 of Bonifay, Florida passed away on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at Flowers Hospital in Dothan, Alabama. Born Sunday, July 20, 1969 in Geneva, Alabama, he was the…
Ruth Lucille Adkins, 92 of Fountain, Florida Passes on November 8, 2025 at Washington Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Ruth Lucille Adkins, 92 of Fountain, went home to be with the Lord on November 8, 2025 at the Washington Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Chipley, Florida. Ruth was born on November…
Raylan Susanne Stuckey Passes on November 2, 2025 at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Florida
Raylan Susanne Stuckey passed from this life on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Florida. She was born in Shands Hospital on October 28, 2025 to Jaylan Stuckey and…
Florida Panhandle Technical College Photography Students Prepare for High School Basketball Portrait Sessions
Each year, around this time, photography students at Florida Panhandle Technical College, under the direction of Instructor Paul Goulding, are visited in Studio B, the campus production facility, by the Chipley, Florida…
Bay County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Two Juveniles for Multiple Burglaries
The Bay County Sheriff’s Office has cleared a series of overnight vehicle burglaries in the Brighton Oaks subdivision within 24 hours after identifying and arresting two juvenile males responsible for entering multiple…
City of Panama City, Florida City Council Meeting on November 10, 2025 (Video)
The City of Panama City, Florida City held a City Council Meeting on November 10, 2025, as seen in the video (below).
Harry John Wheeler Jr., 92 of Chipley, Florida Passes on November 6, 2025
Harry John Wheeler Jr., age 92, of Chipley, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on November 6, 2025, at his residence. Born on October 6, 1933, in Seffner, Florida, Harry…
November 11 is Veteran’s Day. Thank You, Veterans! Is Veteran’s Day a Federal Holiday?
Veterans Day, originally known as Armistice Day, is observed annually on Nov. 11. The day is dedicated to thanking and honoring all individuals who served honorably in the military, in wartime or…
Washington County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Albert Dale Searcy for Domestic Violence, Battery, Fleeing and Resisting Arrest, Child Abuse, False Imprisonment, Driving Suspended, Etc.
On November 10, 2025, the Washington County Communications Center received a 911 call from a child who advised she was traveling with her parents and that they were fighting while driving down…
City of DeFuniak Springs City Council Meets in Special Workshop on Monday, November 10, 2025 (Video)
The City of DeFuniak Springs City Council met in a Special Workshop on Monday, November 10, 2025 as seen in this video (below).
Florida Panhandle Technical College Photography Students Gear Up for ‘Teacher of the Year’ Celebration
Around this time each year, Washington County, Florida School District gears up for the annual ‘Teacher of the Year’, ‘Rookie Teacher of the Year’ and ‘Support Person of the Year’ awards, inclusive…
City of DeFuniak Springs City Council Meets on Monday, November 10, 2025 (Video)
The City of DeFuniak Springs City Council met in Council chambers on Monday, November 10, 2025 as seen in this video (below).
Vernon, Florida Elementary School Children Honor Veteran’s in Ceremony and Performance on November 10, 2025 (Video)
Students from Vernon, Florida Elementary School honored veteran’s in a ceremony and a musical performance on November 10, 2025, as seen in the contributed video (below).
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Announces Two More Arrests in Armed Burglary Case
The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office has made two additional arrests in connection with the recent armed burglary in the Gritney community involving the theft of multiple firearms. Jordan Campbell and John Gilbert…
Vernon, Florida City Council Calls Special Meeting on Tuesday, November 11, 2025
The City Council of Vernon, Florida has scheduled a Special Meeting on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 5:30PM, as seen in the agenda (below).
County Administrator Interviews by Washington County Board of Commissioners on November 5, 2025 (Video)
The Washington County Board of County Commissioners met in an Emergency Session on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, to interview candidates for County Administrator, as seen in the video (below).
US Weather Service Advises of Cold Blast Inclusive of High Fire Danger and Rough Water Conditions
Monday, November 10th: Our well-advertised cold blast has arrived. Hazardous cold, high fire danger, and rough beach and boating conditions are expected. Read below for more details. Cold Weather: Today will be…