In February 2014, The Goulding Agency in Chipley, Florida was contracted by Florida’s 14th Judicial Circuit Court to document the questionable health conditions in the old Washington County, Florida Courthouse. Multiple health-threatening conditions were subsequently found, including various molds, lead paints, water intrusion and decay, and unsafe air quality, and, following investigation, the building was… Read More »

There may be no universal understanding of creativity. The concept is open to interpretation from artistic expression to problem-solving in the context of economic, social and sustainable development. Therefore, the United Nations designated 21 April as World Creativity and Innovation Day to raise the awareness of the role of creativity and innovation in all aspects… Read More »

The City of Chipley Public Works Department will be closing Iona Street from Forrest Avenue to South Blvd. on Monday, April 15th @ 7:00 a.m. for tree removal.  We will update once road is opened to thru traffic. Residents that live on Iona Street will need to enter and exit via Forrest Avenue. Any questions, call Chipley… Read More »

The Vernon, Florida City Council will meet in their Monthly Meeting on Monday, April 15, 2024 at Vernon City Hall, as seen in the agenda (below). Meeting 04.15.2024docx

In 1974, Rogers Insurance Agency began as a dream by Gerald ‘PeeWee’ Rogers. Standing the test of time and perpetuating 3 generations, for 50 years they have served Chipley and the Surrounding communities with their insurance needs. “Serving you is their most important product” every time you call on them. Join Ricky, Donna, and Craig… Read More »

In his first appearance before the U.S. House after he was impeached by Republicans in February, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas admitted under oath Wednesday there is a crisis at the border. Mayorkas on Wednesday testified before the House Appropriations Committee’s Subcommittee on Homeland Security to answer questions related to DHS’s proposed fiscal… Read More »

Each year, National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day on April 12th recognizes one of the top comfort foods in the United States. Why wouldn’t it be when we’re talking about bread grilled to perfection, and warm, gooey, melted cheese.  According to food historians, many cultures around the world have enjoyed cooked bread and cheese since ancient… Read More »

On Wednesday, April 10, 2024, around 10:30 p.m., Jackson County Sheriff’s Office deputies received information on the location of Charles Leon Carter, who had several felony warrants out of Jackson County. Several deputies arrived at the location in Compass Lake and saw Carter in a truck behind the residence. When Carter saw deputies, he immediately… Read More »

National Barbershop Quartet Day commemorates the birth of the organized barbershop movement on April 11, 1938, when 26 men gathered together at the invitation of Rupert Hall , the “Royal Keeper of the Minor Keys,” and O.C. Cash, “Third Assistant Temporary Vice Chairman” for a songfest. Subsequent gatherings snowballed, leading to the founding of the Society for… Read More »

Lenora Thrift Pfautz, 67 of Cottondale, went home to be with the Lord on March 29, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family.  Lenora was born on August 1, 1956 in Lake Butler, Florida to Floyd “Buck” Thrift and Jewell Frances Rhoden. She was of the Christian faith and enjoyed spending time at… Read More »

A Panama City man and Navarre, FL man was arrested in Washington County on drug charges following a traffic stop. Just before 9p.m., April 8th, Washington County Sheriff’s Office initiated a traffic stop on Orange Hill Rd. near Gilbert’s Mill Rd. With lights and sirens active the vehicle did not stop and continued travelling East… Read More »

The Lower Muskogee Creek Tribe will offers a history seminar in Vernon, Florida City Hall on Saturday, April 20, 2024.

A Wausau, FL man has been arrested for abuse towards a 7-year-old child earlier this morning. Washington County Sheriff’s Office executed an arrest warrant for 29-year-old Brandon Michael Curtis this morning, following an investigation into an alleged child abuse case concerning a 7-year-old child. The child had a large bruise on the left side of… Read More »

The Regional Rural Transportation Advisory Committee will hold a meeting on April 17, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. Please see the following meeting details for more information: When: Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. Where: Okaloosa County Administration Building, 1250 N Eglin Pkwy, Shalimar, FL 32579 A full agenda, when available can be viewed at www.ecrc.org/RTPO. Public input is… Read More »

The Holmes and Washington County, Florida Council on Aging will present the Annual Senior Expo on May 3, 2024. For more information call Tammy or Haleigh at 850-547-2345.