The Little Paper with the BIG TOOT
On Monday July 13th, 2026, a ribbon cutting was held by the Washington County Chamber of Commerce for The Bottle Blonde, located at 811 Main Street, Chipley, Florida. In the last year, owners, Michael Gainer and Tommy Slater, have had great relationships with the community, and put together an excellent Team. Read More …
Annabelle (Anna) Wright, 66, of Alford, Florida was unexpectedly received into the loving arms of Jesus Christ on Sunday, July 5, 2026.
Anna was born on June 14, 1960 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida to the late Ward Charles Wright Jr. and the late Nettie Ann Wright (Sommerfeld). Read More …
July 8, 2026, Marianna, FL – Jackson Hospital proudly recognizes Sydney Jackson, Mammography Technologist, as Employee of the Quarter. Sydney exemplifies the compassion and dedication that make a difference in the lives of our patients every day.
Lisa Myers, 61 of Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away peacefully from this life on July 1, 2026 at her home after a courageous battle with cancer.
Lisa was born on February 12, 1965 in Selma, Alabama to the late Louis William Myers Sr. and Evelyn Myers Lackey (Reeder). Read More …
On Saturday, July 4, the City of Vernon celebrated our nation’s 250th Independence Day with a fun-filled community event. The celebration kicked off with a parade at 5:00 p.m., followed by a festival at the Sportsplex featuring local vendors, activities for the kids, and live music. Gospel musician Leah Pettis performed at 6:00 p.m. Read More …
On Saturday June 27th, 2026, The Panhandle Watermelon Festival Parade started at 10 a.m.
Rebecca Ann Schils, 64 of Chipley, passed from this life on June 27, 2026 at Ascension Sacred Heart Bay in Panama City, Florida. Read More …
On Friday June 26th, 2026, Jim Trawick Park was the site of the 70th annual Panhandle Watermelon Festival, a free event thanks to the many local sponsors making it possible for the great entertainment, Tracy Byrd, Dailey & Vincent, and Ashley Monroe. Read More …
Florida Panhandle Technical College was the site of the Panhandle Watermelon Festival Hot Trot, start and finish. Read More …
On Friday, June 19th, 2026, Class reunion for classes of 1938-1968 gathered for a fish fry, to reminisce, and celebrate the Legacy of T.J. Roulhac, the location was Gilmore Park.