Watermelon Contest Entries Due 6/25 2026
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 …

On May 19th, 2026, Vernon High School “Class of 2026”, held their “Senior Awards” for 2026.
On May 19th, 2026, Chipley High School “Class of 2026”, held their “Senior Awards” for 2026.
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.
On Wednesday May 6th, 2026, Lady Tigers hosted the Jay Royals in a regional simi-final playoff game. Final score was 3-2, Lady Royals win.
Chipley Lady Tigers Rural District 2 Champions 2026.
On April 28th, 2026, Chipley Lady Tigers hosted Ponce De Leon Lady Pirates in the second game of Rural District 2. Final score was 2-3 Lady Tigers win.
On Monday April 27th, 2026, Chipley High School was the site for Pounce De Lion Lady Pirates v Vernon Lady Yellowjackets Softball.
On April 18th 2026, Blues and Brews Festival a free, live music event, established 2023, was hosted by the Washington County Chamber at the Historic Train Depot- 685 7th Street.