Local News – Chipley Bugle

Chipley 8U All-Star Softball Team 2026

Posted onJuly 24, 2026AuthorbethLeave a comment

The Chipley 8U All-Star softball team is preparing to take the next step in an outstanding postseason journey as they set their sights on competing in the 2026 Dixie Softball World Series.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for The Bottle Blonde, 2026

Posted onJuly 13, 2026Authorbeth

On Monday July 13^th, 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 …

70th Annual Panhandle Watermelon Festival Parade 2026

Posted onJuly 2, 2026Authorbeth

On Saturday June 27th, 2026, The Panhandle Watermelon Festival Parade started at 10 a.m.

70th Annual Panhandle Watermelon Festival Concert 2026

Posted onJune 30, 2026Authorbeth

On Friday June 26^th, 2026, Jim Trawick Park was the site of the 70^th 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 …

70th Annual Panhandle Watermelon Festival 2026

Posted onJune 30, 2026June 30, 2026Authorbeth

Florida Panhandle Technical College was the site of the Panhandle Watermelon Festival Hot Trot, start and finish. Read More …

T.J. RoulhacClasses of 1938-1968 Reunion

Posted onJune 23, 2026Authorbeth

On Friday, June 19^th, 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.