The Little Paper with the BIG TOOT
Attention all watermelon growers, commercial producers to backyard gardeners. As melons ripen and harvest season gets here don’t forget to enter a few of your biggest and best in the Big Melon Contest at the Panhandle Watermelon Festival. Read More …
Christine Ann Guyer, born July 20, 1967, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, passed away on May 28, 2026, in Chipley, Florida. She wasn’t just another face behind the bar—Christine was a favorite bartender across numerous local spots like La Que, Sam’s, Chainsaws, Norma Jean’s, Ray’s Place, and The Cat’s eye. Wherever she worked, she brought her unique spark—no-nonsense but full of heart. Read More …
Sherry Quattlebaum Butterworth passed away at her home in Bonifay, Florida on May 4, 2026, she was 64 years old.
Sherry was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Butterworth, her parents, and her sister Mary Frances Newman. Read More …
Hulan Carter, 86, of Chipley, Florida, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2926 surrounded by his loving and devoted wife, Patricia. A devoted family patriarch, Hulan was always a stout protector and a man of remarkable strength who lived a life defined by hard work, quiet integrity, and deep love for his family and the land. Read More …
On May 19th, 2026, Vernon High School “Class of 2026”, held their “Senior Awards” for 2026. Read More …
On May 19th, 2026, Chipley High School “Class of 2026”, held their “Senior Awards” for 2026. Read More …
To wind up the1925-26 club year, Chipley Garden Club joined garden clubs from Wausau, Sneads, Panama City, Gulf Beach, Lynn Haven, and Port St. Joe on Tuesday, May 19th in Panama City and attended the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs, Inc. District II Spring Meeting. Read More …
On Friday May 22nd, 2026, Graduation for Vernon High School was held at the Vernon Football field and the “Class of 2026” was celebrated.
On Thursday May 21st, 2026, Graduation for Chipley High School was held Memorial Field at Phillip Rountree Stadium and the “Class of 2026” was celebrated. Read More …
Students representing Kate M. Smith Elementary School, Vernon Elementary School, Roulhac Middle School, Vernon Middle School, and Washington County Christian School participated in this year’s event after advancing from their respective school-level competitions. Each school sent its first, second, and third place winners to compete at the county level. Read More …