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Cinco de Mayo is not ‘Mexican Independence Day’- It Commemorates the Mexican Army’s Victory over France on May 5, 1862

Posted on April 30, 2026

Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, is a holiday that celebrates the date of the Mexican army’s May 5, 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the…

Florida Panhandle Technical College Photography Students Execute Photo Session With Former FPTC Cosmetology Student

Posted on April 30, 2026

Current Florida Panhandle Technical College Photography students in Chipley, Florida spent some time in Studio B, the campus production facility, on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 with Angel, former successful FPTC Cosmetology student…

Washington County Council on Aging in Chipley, Florida Empowers Older Adults Through Nutrition, Care, Education and Social Support

Posted on April 30, 2026

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…

Alcohol And Substance Abuse Will Not Take Away Your Fears

Posted on April 30, 2026

By: Stan Popovich Using drugs and alcohol will not take away your problems and fears. In the short run, they might make you feel better, but in the long run these addictions…

George Clayton Owens Wins Decisive Re-Election as Trustee for District 6 of West Florida Electric Cooperative

Posted on April 30, 2026

George Clayton Owens has secured re-election as Trustee for District 6 of West Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC). District 6 Trustee serves members in Washington County, although the election is not single-member district,…

Photography 101- ‘Must The “Rule of Thirds” Always Be Followed for Strong Composition in Photography’?

Posted on April 30, 2026

Although most often referred to in context with Photography, the rule of thirds is a rule of thumb for composing visual art such as designs, films, paintings, as well as photographs. The…

What is a ‘Dollar Store’? Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About This Uniquely American Retail Option

Posted on April 30, 2026

A dollar store (also called a variety store or fixed-price retailer) is a small-format retail store that sells a wide assortment of inexpensive general merchandise and household essentials- such as cleaning supplies,…

Washington County, Florida Registered Sexual Offender Update

Posted on April 30, 2026

​Please be advised of a registered sexual offender currently residing in Washington County. Public disclosure of this information is intended to enhance community safety and awareness. ​OFFENDER DETAILS ​Name: Glen R. Harvey…

Vernon, Florida Schedules Workshop Meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026

Posted on April 30, 2026

The City of Vernon, Florida has scheduled a Workshop Meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026, as seen in the agenda (below).

Walton County, Florida Coastal Dune Lakes Advisory Board Meeting on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 (Video)

Posted on April 30, 2026

The Walton County, Florida Coastal Dune Lakes Advisory Board met on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 as seen in this video (below).

April 30 is National Honesty Day

Posted on April 30, 2026

Each year on April 30, National Honesty Day challenges us to be truthful in all we do.  We know the different kinds of lies. We’ve spared someone’s feelings or fudged the truth…

Walton County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Ja’Khyri Isaac, Damontre Wilcher and Travien Macabee for Narcotics, Firearms, Etc.

Posted on April 29, 2026

Three men from Mississippi are arrested after a traffic stop on Interstate 10 in Walton County leads to the discovery of multiple firearms, narcotics, and an organized check‑forgery operation. Just after 11…

‘Behind the Scenes’- Florida Panhandle Technical College Photography Students Offer Headshots and Portraits on April 28, 2026

Posted on April 29, 2026

Here are a few ‘behind the scenes’ images from a headshot and portrait session with local educator Sabrina Woods on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 by photography students at Florida Panhandle Technical College…

Preston Haddock, 83 Passes on April 27, 2026

Posted on April 29, 2026

Funeral service will be held 11 AM Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Springfield Community Church (615 Transmitter Road) in Springfield, Florida with Bro. Eddie Pitts, Bro. Gene Keen and Bro. Danny Jackson…

US Weather Service Advises Strong to Severe Thunderstorms Possible Tonight

Posted on April 29, 2026

From the National Weather Service in Tallahassee on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Isolated strong to severe thunderstorms are possible tonight, mainly along and north of the I-10 corridor. The Storm Prediction Center…

Washington County, Florida Sexual Offender Registry Advisory

Posted on April 29, 2026

Washington County, Florida rResidents, please be aware of a recent addition to the sexual offender registry in our area. Public awareness is a key tool in keeping our community safe. ​OFFENDER DETAILS…

Part 1- Roulhac Middle School Students in Chipley, Florida Visit Florida Panhandle Technical College ‘Studio B’ on Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Posted on April 29, 2026

Part 1- Roulhac Middle School students in Chipley, Florida visited Studio B, the production facility at Florida Panhandle Technical College on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, as seen in Part 1 of these…

Lawrence Eugene Malloy, 54 Passes on April 27, 2026

Posted on April 29, 2026

Lawrence Eugene Malloy, affectionately known as Larry, passed away at his residence on April 27, 2026. Born on July 30, 1972, in Tampa, Florida, Larry lived a life marked by dedication, love,…

April 29 is National Fentanyl Awareness Day

Posted on April 29, 2026

April 29 is National Fentanyl Awareness Day. National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day was established in 2022 to remember and honor the lives lost to overdoses involving illegally made fentanyl. Behind every name…

Graceville, Florida Educational Forum on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 (Video)

Posted on April 29, 2026

Courtesy Graceville News The Jackson County, Florida School Board held an Educational Forum on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 in Graceville, Florida, as seen in this video (below) courtesy of the Graceville News.

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