John Edward “Johnny” Wilson, age 64, of Vernon, Florida passed to his heavenly home to be with his Lord and Savior on June 20, 2026 surrounded by his loving family and friends…
Part 1- A Look Back 10 Years to 2016 Panhandle Watermelon Festival in Chipley, Florida With Concert and People Watching
Part 1- The 2026 Panhandle Watermelon Festival will kick off on Friday, June 26, 2026 at Trawick Park in Chipley, Florida, with a free concert, watermelon and lots of people watching, as…
2026 Panhandle Watermelon Festival Kicks Off on Friday, June 26, 2025 in Chipley, Florida
The 2026 Panhandle Watermelon Festival will kick off on Friday, June 26, 2025 in downtown Chipley, Florida, and here is a Parking Map along with a few images from the 2023 event…
Town of Esto, Florida Now Accepting Applications for Part-Time Public Works Assistant
The Town of Esto is accepting applications for a part-time Public Works Assistant. This position helps with water system maintenance, meter reading, mowing and right-of-way work, park and facility maintenance, equipment operation,…
The US-Iran Peace Agreement and Ongoing Middle East Diplomacy
Washington and Tehran reached a preliminary memorandum of understanding this month aimed at halting hostilities across multiple fronts, including Lebanon and Gaza-related operations, while reopening the critical Strait of Hormuz to global…
June 25 is World Vitiligo Day
World Vitiligo Day takes place on June 25. Vitiligo is a skin disorder that affects 1% to 2 % of the population. It is a lifelong disorder that causes discoloration of patches…
Washington County Council on Aging in Chipley, Florida Empowers Older Adults Through Nutrition, Care, Education and Social Support
Washington County Council on Aging operates from 1348 South Boulevard, Chipley, FL 32428 (next to the Washington County Health Department), with phone numbers 850-638-6216 or 850-638-6217. The mission of WCCOA focuses on…
Photography 101: What is ‘Focus’, ‘Contrast’, ‘Sharpness’ and ‘Resolution’, and How Can They Improve Your Images?
These four terms (‘Focus’, ‘Contrast’, ‘Sharpness’ and ‘Resolution’) are foundational to image quality in photography. They are interrelated but distinct: accurate focus provides the foundation, resolution supplies the raw detail potential, contrast…
Cheapest Regular Gasoline Prices Near Dothan, Alabama, as of June 25, 2026
Motorists near Dothan are benefiting from some of the more attractive regular gasoline prices in the region, with membership clubs providing standout deals as Alabama averages trend lower. The lowest widely available…
Innovations Financial Credit Union Promotes Tricia Cottle to Director of Training and Organizational Development
Innovations Financial Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion of Tricia Cottle to Director of Training and Organizational Development. Cottle has been a valued member of the Innovations team since 2007…
Progressive Democratic Primary Sweep in New York Led by Mayor Zohran Mamdani
Progressive Democratic Primary Sweep in New York Led by Mayor Zohran MamdaniNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, achieved a clean sweep Tuesday when all three candidates he endorsed in…
Part 1- A Look Back at Wausau, Florida Possum Festival 53rd Annual Parade on Saturday, August 6, 2022
The 53rd Annual Wausau, Florida Possum Festival kicked off on Saturday, August 6, 2022 in downtown Wausau with the traditional parade at 9AM, inclusive of first responders, pageant queens, local businesses and…
Walton County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Troy Lee for Child Abuse Materials
A man has been arrested following a search warrant in Freeport that resulted in more than 50 felony charges related to child sexual abuse material. Just before 7 a.m. this morning, the…
Tropical Storm Cristina Headed Toward Bay of Campeche and Southern Gulf of America Over Weekend
A weak low may attempt to form in the Bay of Campeche/southern Gulf this weekend as the remnant moisture from Tropical Storm #Cristina in the East Pacific moves northward. Tropical depression or…
Red Heifer Steak House in Chipley, Florida Seeks Experienced Steak Cook
The Red Heifer Steak House in downtown Chipley, Florida is seeking an Experienced Steak Cook for full-time employment, Wednesday through Sunday. Pay starts at $17 per hour, depending on experience. Apply in…
A Look Back a Dozen Years to 2014 in the ‘Real Florida’ of Washington, Jackson, Bay and Holmes County, Florida
Here is a look back a dozen years to 2014 of people and events in the ‘Real Florida’ of Washington, Jackson, Bay and Holmes County, Florida.
Release of Bill Gates Transcript in Congressional Jeffrey Epstein Investigation
The House Oversight Committee released the transcript of Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates’ closed-door testimony from June 10, 2026, detailing his interactions with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Gates expressed regret over the…
Salon Blow in Downtown Chipley, Florida Announces New Arrivals on June 24, 2026
Meet the Ruby Short Sleeve Mini Dress, only $16. Salon Blow is located at 1069 Main Street, across from Brown Funeral Home in Chipley. The perfect dress for fireworks, cookouts, and all…
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Craig Brooks and Hannah Chandler for Meth, Felony Firearm, Etc.
On June 23, 2026, deputies with the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office observed a vehicle occupied by a white male and white female pull into the Pilot Travel Center and park at the…
Federal Appeals Court Ruling Expanding Nationwide Deportations
A divided panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit ruled Tuesday that the Trump administration can expand expedited removal of undocumented migrants to the interior of the United…
Record European Heatwave and Climate Policy Debates
A powerful heat dome has gripped much of Europe for the second time in two months, with temperatures soaring above 40°C (104°F) in parts of France, Spain, and the UK. France recorded…
50% OFF Everything at WestPoint Home Factory Outlet Warehouse Sale NOW!
50% OFF everything in the Store at the WestPoint Home Factory Outlet Warehouse Sale, starting on Thursday, June 18, 2026. Also, 60% Off all Clearance items. 1414 Main Street in Downtown Chipley,…
Jackson County, Florida Board of County Commissioners Holds Regular Meeting on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 (Video)
The Jackson County, Florida Board of County Commissioners held a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 as seen in this video (below).
John J. Baranski Sr., 76 of Cottondale, Florida Passes on June 21, 2026
John was born on June 1, 1950, in Erie County, Pennsylvania, to Edward and Frances Baranski. He was a faithful member of Sapp Church in Cottondale and dedicated 42 years of his…
Washington County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Charlie D. Nettles for Methamphetamine and Drug Paraphernalia
On June 20, 2026, a deputy with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office attempted to conduct a traffic stop after observing a vehicle commit a traffic violation on St. Mary’s Road in Caryville….