The City of DeFuniak Springs will be conducting survey work using drones as part of a planned 9-mile watermain replacement project. Where: Public Road rights-of-way along the project corridor When: • General…
Charlene “Charlie” Owens, 73 of Bonifay, Florida Passes on January 25, 2026
Charlene “Charlie” Owens, age 73 of Bonifay, Florida passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at her home in Bonifay. Born Sunday, November 16, 1952 in Bonifay, Florida, she was the daughter…
City of Defuniak Springs, Florida Holds City Council Meeting on Monday, January 26, 2026 (Video)
The City of Defuniak Springs, Florida held a City Council Meeting on Monday, January 26, 2026 as seen in this video (below).
City of Defuniak Springs, Florida Holds City Council Special Workshop on City Property on Monday, January 26, 2026 (Video)
The City of Defuniak Springs, Florida held a City Council Special Workshop on City Property on Monday, January 26, 2026 as seen in this video (below).
Washington County, Florida School Board Schedules Public Hearing on Monday, February 2, 2026
The Washington County, Florida School Board has scheduled a Public Hearing on Monday, February 2, 2026, as seen below.
City of Mexico Beach, Florida Holds PUD Workshop Meeting on January 26, 2026 (Video)
The City of Mexico Beach, Florida held a PUD Workshop Meeting on January 26, 2026 as seen in the video (below).
‘United For God’ Gospel Group Visits Florida Panhandle Technical College’s ‘Studio B’ in Chipley on January 21, 2026
Evelyn Elliott and the Gospel group ‘United For God’ visited Studio B at Florida Panhandle Technical College in Chipley, Florida on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 to complete a few vocal tracks on…
January 26 is Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day
National Bubble Wrap Day (also known as National Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day) on the last Monday in January recognizes a fascinating piece of invention. Today, bubble wrap’s primary purpose is to protect…
Evelyn Jeanette Floyd Smith, 86 Formerly of Bethlehem Community in Holmes County Passes on January 16, 2026.
Evelyn Jeanette Floyd Smith, 86, of Middleburg, Florida, formerly of the Bethlehem Community in Holmes County, Florida, entered her heavenly home on January 16, 2026. Jeanette was born to the late Henry…
National Weather Service Issues Cold-Weather Alerts Affecting Southeast US, Including Alabama, Georgia and Florida
The National Weather Service has issued multiple cold-weather alerts affecting southeast Alabama and surrounding regions. A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect this morning, with very cold wind chills as low as…
Carolyn Clark Roney, 85 of Graceville, Florida Passes on January 24, 2026 at Bonifay Nursing and Rehab Center
Carolyn Clark Roney, 85 of Graceville, Florida went home to be with her Lord on January 24, 2026 at Bonifay Nursing and Rehab Center. Carolyn was born on November 25, 1940, in…
Patrick Lee Pelham Jr., 78 of Graceville, Florida Passes on January 23, 2026
Patrick Lee Pelham Jr., 78, of Graceville, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026, in his hometown surrounded by those who loved him. Born on July 22, 1947, in Graceville, Patrick…
Vernon, Florida City Council Cancels Special Meeting on Monday, January 26, 2026
The City of Vernon, Florida City Council has cancelled the Special Meeting on Monday, January 26, 2026.
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Jeremy Davis for Burglary
In October 2025, Holmes County Sheriff’s Office deputies took a report of a burglary that occurred on Johnson Road in Holmes County. The case was assigned to an investigator with the Criminal…
Washington County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Gregory Singletary, Joseph Stafford and Stephen Finch for Grand Theft
On January 7, 2026, investigators with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office received information regarding possible stolen property located at a residence on Coyote Trail. On January 8, 2026, investigators developed probable cause…
Robert Ernest Espinosa, 92 of Chipley, Florida Passes on January 20, 2026
Robert Ernest Espinosa of Chipley, Florida, passed away peacefully at the age of 92 on January 20, 2026. Robert was born on September 18, 1933, in Dos Palos, California, to Ernest Espinosa…
Charles A. Cutchins, 90 of Cottondale, Florida Passes on January 22, 2026
Charles A. Cutchins 90, of Cottondale, Florida went home to be with the Lord on January 22, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Charles was born on June 11, 1935, to Andrew…
Tomisha Renell Smith, 49 of Panama City, Florida Passes on January 20, 2026
Tomisha Renell Smith, 49 of Panama City, Florida passed away from this life on January 20, 2026. Tomisha was born on September 16, 1976, in Washington County, Florida, to Johnny Finch and…
John “Skip” Cullen Taylor, Jr., 62 of Enterprise, Alabama Passes on January 19, 2026 at Flowers Hospital
John “Skip” Cullen Taylor, Jr. of Enterprise, Alabama passed away, Monday, January 19, 2026, at Flowers Hospital. He was 62. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, January 23, 2026,…
Walton County, Florida QJ Special Magistrate Meets on Thursday, January 22, 2026 (Video)
The Walton County, Florida QJ Special Magistrate met on Thursday, January 22, 2026 as seen in the video (below).
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Tamara Green for Grand Theft, Stolen Property, Etc.
On January 9, 2025, a Holmes County Sheriff’s Office deputy met with a victim regarding the theft of jewelry valued at approximately $20,000. Through the investigation, it was determined that Tamara Green…
Holmes County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Kyrie Glisson for Methamphetamine, Etc.
On January 21, 2026, Holmes County Sheriff’s Office investigators responded to a drug complaint at an address off Highway 177-A. Upon arrival, investigators observed Kyrie Glisson seated in a vehicle and attempting…
Panama City Beach, Florida City Council Meeting on Thursday, January 22, 2026 (Video)
The City of Panama City Beach, Florida held a City Council Meeting on Thursday, January 22, 2026 as seen in the video (below).
Chipola TRIO Society Starts 2026, Led by Successful Florida Panhandle Technical College Graduate Ehren Cobart as President
Chipola College TRIO Society is officially BACK for the 2026 year, with the first TRIO Society meeting of 2026 led by President Christopher Ehren Cobart, successful Florida Panhandle Technical College Television Production…
2026 Mardi Gras Celebrations Slated for Panama City, Florida and Panama City Beach, Florida
Mardi Gras this year in Panama City, Florida occurs on the weekends of January 30&31, 2026 in Pier Park on Panama City Beach and February 6&7, 2026 in St. Andrews, Florida in…