Join Real Florida Magazine as we celebrate the Downtown Chipley, Florida Christmas Parade and Festival on Thursday, December 21, 2023. The life of Santa is interesting, especially at this time of year, and here are a few candid, un-retouched images in a photo retrospective of ‘Free Photos With Santa’ from past years in Downtown Chipley,… Read More »
Sidney Earl Batchelor, age 78, of Slocomb, Alabama passed away December 19, 2023, at Bonifay Nursing and Rehab Center in Bonifay, Florida. He was born September 5, 1945, in Hartford, Alabama to the late Samuel Kendrick Batchelor and Etta Mae Huggins Batchelor. In addition to his parents, Mr. Batchelor was preceded in death… Read More »
School districts in Florida have been anxiously awaiting the informational baseline school anddistrict grade results, as new state testing began last school year. State testing consists of the new FAST (Florida Assessment for Student Thinking), B.E.S.T. (Benchmarks for Excellence in Student Thinking), EOC (End of Course), and Statewide Science exams. School districts are graded on… Read More »
The Downtown Chipley, Florida Christmas Parade and Festival originally scheduled for Friday, December 1, 2023 and Saturday, December 2, 2023, has been rescheduled for Thursday, December 21, 2023, as seen in these images from the 2021 event, by Paul Goulding Photography. Merry Christmas!
The First Day of Winter, also known as the Winter Solstice, marks the beginning of a season characterized by crisp air, glistening snow, and the warmth of holiday gatherings. As we welcome the year’s longest night, it’s time to celebrate the beauty and serenity that winter brings. The first day of winter in the Northern… Read More »
Dot Your I’s Day is on December 20 every year, but, just like you, we’re intrigued by this unique holiday. We know the saying, “dot your i’s and cross your t’s.” Today’s when we up our game several notches higher. There’s no evidence of how the day began or who started it. We can only imagine it… Read More »
Civilizations around the world have been celebrating the start of each new year for at least four millennia. Today, most New Year’s festivities begin on December 31 (New Year’s Eve), the last day of the Gregorian calendar, and continue into the early hours of January 1 (New Year’s Day). Common traditions include attending parties, eating… Read More »
A vehicular accident in Holmes County, Florida claimed the life of a Bonifay woman on Tuesday, December 19, 2023. The accident occurred around 7PM near the intersection of Coursey Road and Spears Road, about 6 miles south of Sweet Gum Head, near the Alabama-Florida state line. The report given by the Florida Highway Patrol specifies… Read More »
The City of Vernon, Florida held a Regular Monthly Council Meeting on Monday, December 18, 2023 at 5:30PM, as seen in the video (below).
Chico Eric Benefield, 43 of Cottondale, passed from this life on December 18, 2023 at Ascension Sacred Heart Bay in Panama City, Florida. Chico was born on March 2, 1980 in Marianna, Florida to Eddie and Lillie (Adkins) Benefield. A lifelong resident of Jackson County, Chico enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting and fishing. He will… Read More »
Put the peanut butter balls and the sugar cookies down, because December 19 is all about the hard stuff as we celebrate National Hard Candy Day. While we’re a little sticky about the origins of this holiday, it can be safely said that hard candy has long been a preferred sweet snack by many societies.… Read More »
Chipley Garden Club met on Wednesday, December 6th at First Presbyterian for their regular monthly meeting. As the first item of business, Club President Gweneth Collins announced the awarding of an Honorary Membership to Paul Goulding of the Panhandle Technical College for his support of the club. Goulding and his students created a beautiful video… Read More »
The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is proud to highlight the joint efforts of several organizations such as Holmes Correctional Institution, Holmes County Sheriff’s Office, Washington County Sheriff’s Office, and local business Townsend Building Supply. Together, they have donated over 160 wooden toys to be given away during this holiday season. With the help of… Read More »
The Town of Wausau, Florida has scheduled a Regular Monthly Council Meeting for Monday, December 21, 2023 at 5PM, as seen in the agenda (below). AGENDA December 21 2023
The City of Vernon, Florida has scheduled Regular Monthly Council Meeting for Monday, December 18, 2023 at 5:30PM,. as seen in the agenda (below). Meeting 12.18.23