Florida is home to 27 native species of frogs, which belong to five different families. Some species live and breed in large lakes, whereas others live in dry, upland habitats and breed in small, isolated wetlands. Some species have sticky toepads for climbing and others have webbed feet for swimming or spades on their feet… Read More »
Drone Safety Day (DSD) is an annual campaign designed to educate drone users of the importance of flying safely, inspiring fun drone activities, and connecting a community of enthusiasts. DSD will highlight the societal, economic, and safety benefits of safe drone operations with in-person, virtual, and hybrid events in focus areas such as Education, Economics, Equity, Environment, and Emergencies. Download… Read More »
The Washington County Tourist Development Council will hold its regularly scheduled workshop and meeting on May 2, 2024 at the Washington County Chamber of Commerce. The workshop will begin at 8am immediately followed by the meeting. All meetings are open to the public. If you need to join virtually or need special accommodations to join… Read More »
Big Word Day takes place on April 21 every year. As students in the Photography, Video, Television, Audio and Drone programs at Florida Panhandle Technical College will tell you, words matter. For at least the first one hundred days of their 180 days of regular scheduled class time for these programs of study, these FPTC… Read More »
The Northwest Florida Community Band will present its Spring Concert on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 in the Chipley High School Auditorium. The all-volunteer ensemble consists of musicians of all ages and walks of life that hail from across the central panhandle. Membership in the group formed earlier this year is open to musicians who play… Read More »
Florida Panhandle Technical College in Chipley, Florida will hold graduation ceremonies on Thursday, May 9, 2024, for several Photography, Digital Video and Television Production students, at First Baptist Church. ‘I am extremely proud of all my graduating students every year’, says Instructor Paul Goulding, ‘but this year is very special, as all these graduates… Read More »
On April 18, 2024, investigators with the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) conducted a routine traffic stop on Highway 90 at Banfill Ave. The stop was initiated due to an expired tag on a black Trailblazer being driven by Jason Brown. During the course of the stop, investigators observed Mr. Brown concealing a… Read More »
Every day is an opportunity to shower your significant other with love, but there’s an official holiday dedicated to celebrating your husband that happens once a year. Husband Appreciation Day, also known as National Husband Day or World Husband Day, is a full day intended to honor your spouse, and it falls on the third… Read More »
West Florida Electric Cooperative in Graceville, Florida today announced the winners of the recent Board of Trustees election. Myron Hudson retained his seat for an additional three years. Per Mr. Hudson: Dear WFEC Community, I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your support throughout this election. Your trust and… Read More »
On April 18, 2024, deputies from the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of illegal drug activity at 1254 Hwy 179. Upon arrival, deputies were greeted at the door by a four-year-old child. Subsequent contact was made with the mother, Brittany Mixon. During their interaction with Ms. Mixon, deputies observed suspected drugs… Read More »
In early 2023, Investigators with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office’s Narcotics Division, alongside Special Agents and Task Force Officers with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Panama City Residence Office, initiated an investigation targeting a drug trafficking organization (DTO) led by Michael Termaine Bell from Jackson County. The investigation identified the command-and-control structure of the Bell… Read More »
On April 18, 2024, Washington County Sheriff’s Office received a call from the owner of Circle H in Vernon, in reference to a theft. Deputies along with investigators then responded to Circle H to collect any available evidence. Video footage of the suspects taking the sunglasses from a secured cabinet in the store was provided… Read More »
The Town of Wausau, Florida held a Town Council Meeting on Thursday, April 18, 2024, as seen in the video (below).
On April 19, 2024, at approximately 2:30 am, Washington County Sheriff’s Office received a phone call from a female requesting law enforcement. The female advised dispatch that she was hiding in the bathroom and had been injured. Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies and investigators responded to a residence on Pine Log Road. Upon arrival, law… Read More »
Chipley, Florida High School Lady Tigers Softball took on the Malone, Florida High School Lady Tigers on Thursday, April 18, 2023, in a Senior Night Celebration, as seen by Florida Panhandle Technical College graduate Photographer Madison Ross. Florida Panhandle Technical College continues to push the envelope in innovation, constantly upgrading the array of production… Read More »