Washington County, Florida Emergency Management Advises of Railroad Crossing Closing at Woodrest Road for Two Days
Chipley, Florida Garden Club Spruce Up Downtown Chipley With Roses
Members of Chipley Garden Club were downtown recently planting roses in our downtown pots. Downtown Pots Chairman Linda Pigott remarked, “Some of the pots were beginning to look a little sad, so we removed all the plants, added new soil, leveled the pots up, checked out the irrigation, and planted Knockout Roses in them all.… Read More »
Understanding Road Rage: How To Manage Your Own Emotions on the Road and Deal With Others
Submitted by Sieben Polk P.A Road rage affects all drivers across the United States. Unfortunately, it can result in severe—even deadly—accidents and incidents. This comprehensive guide explores road rage, its causes, and its effects on mental health. We provide practical resources and tips to prevent and manage this aggressive driving behavior. Road rage for many… Read More »
Washington County, Florida Sheriff’s Office Arrests Andy Joe Tipton, 44 of Monticello on Felony Weapon Charges on February 14, 2024
A Monticello, FL man was arrested yesterday afternoon after leading LEO on a UTV pursuit. On February 14th at approximately 4:30pm, WCSO deputies were patrolling the area of Caroline Dr. near Greenhead, FL. Deputies observed a small blue UTV traveling towards them and signaled for the driver to stop. The driver who was later identified as… Read More »
February 15 is International Childhood Cancer Awareness Day
International Childhood Cancer Day is a global collaborative campaign to raise awareness about childhood cancer, and to express support for children and adolescents with cancer, the survivors and their families. Together, on ICCD, we raise our voices and envision the day all children and adolescent with cancer benefit from the best possible treatment, care and… Read More »
Why Are So Many Chinese Crossing the Southern Border?
A record number of Chinese asylum seekers, with help from social media, are making the dangerous trek across the U.S.-Mexico border, and it’s quickly becoming a hot-button political issue. Here’s why. According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), since October 2023, almost 16,000 Chinese migrants have attempted to cross the U.S.-Mexico border — more than doubling… Read More »
Cheese, Yogurt and Cream Pulled From Grocery Shelves After 2 Deaths From Listeria Nationally
Bad news for dairy lovers—a recent, widespread recall could affect your fridge contents. Rizo-López Foods, Inc. (“RLF”) has issued a voluntary recall of several dairy products—including sour cream, cheese, crema, and yogurt—due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. “RLF may be a potential source of illness in an ongoing nationwide Listeria monocytogenes outbreak,” the FDA reports. This outbreak… Read More »
United States House of Representatives Finally Impeaches Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas
The House voted to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas Tuesday evening over his handling of the U.S.-Mexico border. Three Republicans voted with all of the Democrats against impeachment. The final tally was 214-213. “I think he has brought more damage to the country than any cabinet secretary that has even been,” said House Speaker… Read More »
IRS Sends Collection Letters- Here’s What You Need to Know
The IRS collection letters are arriving in mailboxes once again. And if you get one, tax professionals say, please, don’t throw it in a drawer and ignore it. The automated reminder notices resumed in January and are set to go out in the regular mail on a staggered basis over the next several months. More than 3.7… Read More »
Wausau, Florida Schedules Monthly Meeting for Thursday, February 15, 2024
Washington County, Florida Chamber of Commerce Plans Annual Dinner on Thursday, February 29, 2024
Get your tickets now for the Washington County, Florida Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner, on Thursday, February 29 at The Berry Hill Gardens in Chipley, beginning at 5PM. Tickets are going fast and this event may very well sell out You can purchase tickets at www.washcomall.com, call the Chamber at 850-638-4157 or stop by… Read More »
Tracy B. Satterfield, 60 of Chipley, Florida Passes on February 11, 2024 at Washington Rehab and Nursing Center
Tracy B. Satterfield, 60 of Chipley, Florida passed from this life on February 11, 2024, at Washington Rehab and Nursing Center. Tracy was born on May 8, 1963, in Fairfield, Illinois to Teddy Satterfield and Judy Russell. Tracy had been a resident of the Florida panhandle since 1987 coming from Kentucky. He will be missed… Read More »
Part 7- Krewe Of Kolosse Celebrates 2024 Mardi Gras with Parade and Good Times on Saturday, February 10, 2024 in Dothan, Alabama
The Krewe of Kolosse Mardi Gras was celebrated on Saturday, February 10, 2024, in downtown Dothan, Alabama, with 38 floats, over a million beads and throws, huge crowds and great weather, as seen in Part 1 of these photos from the event by Florida Panhandle Technical College photography student Cameron Taylor.