4th of July celebration in Vernon
The citizens of Vernon started their Independence Day Celebrations on Saturday with a 4th of July Parade. Read More …
Category: Local News
Homebuyer education class
This course is designed to help you better understand the home buying process, analyze your personal financial and credit situation, and learn basic home care and maintenance techniques to maintain the value of your home and save money on repairs. Read More …
WCSO warns residents of ongoing phone scams
Phone scams are increasingly becoming a nuisance and a threat to financial security for those that are on the receiving end of calls. Read More …
FWC’s Operation Dry Water promotes education, enforcement for boating under the influence this weekend
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Division of Law Enforcement will be promoting awareness and conducting heightened enforcement targeting boating under the influence as part of the national Operation Dry Water campaign this weekend. Read More …
5 things you’ll want to do now to prep for archery and crossbow seasons
This time of year, many hunters are getting ready for Florida’s archery and crossbow seasons. Read More …
Hilton retires
Dr. David Hilton, Dean of Natural Science and Mathematics, recently retired after working 24 years at Chipola. Read More …
Recognition of Road Ranger
Today, the Florida Highway Patrol, Florida Department of Transportation, and Autobase Corp took time to recognize Road Ranger Eric Wittmann with a “Distinguished Safety Partner Award” at the Florida Highway Patrol, Troop A Station in Panama City. Read More …
Florida Highway Beautification Grant workshop
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will host a Florida Highway Beautification (FHB) Grant Program workshop for local governments and community development organizations beginning 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 13. Read More …
FWC: Celebrate Independence Day the Floridian way with these wildlife-friendly tips
The Fourth of July in Florida means heading to the beach or taking the boat out for fun in the sun. Read More …
FSA English Language Arts test results
Washington County is happy to report that the percentage of 3rd graders scoring three (3) or higher on the FSA English Language Arts test was above the state average and remained the same as 2019- the last time students were tested. Read More …