Chipley Christmas Fest and Parade 2025
Chipley Christmas Fest and Parade was held on Friday, December 19th. The streets were all readied for the parade, and North & South Railroads set-up for shopping, Train Depot prepared with horse rides, train rides, petting your favorite animal, food venders, photos with Saint Nicholas. Read More …

John Thomas Watson, age 70, passed from this life to be with his Heavenly Father and beloved family on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at his home, surrounded by those he loved. He was born on April 14, 1955, in Chipley, Florida, to James Edward and Demary’s Ethelle (Barfield) Watson.
December 18, 2025 – Marianna, FL — Jesse Smallwood has presented the Jackson Hospital Foundation with a generous donation of $100,000.
Chipley High School presented the CHS Symphonic Band Christmas Concert Tuesday December 16th, 2025, in the Chipley High School Auditorium.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Betty Sue Wood. She faithfully served as a dedicated partner in ministry alongside her late husband, Reverend Robbins Lee Wood, for more than 67 years. Her impact on the lives of both young and old cannot be measured on this side of heaven.
On Tuesday December 16th, 2025, Chipley Lady Tigers hosted the Bonifay Lady Blue Devils in a home conference game. The J.V. game, the final score was 26-34 Chipley Lady Tigers win.
On Saturday, December 13, 2025, the City of Vernon hosted its annual Christmas Bazaar and Parade, bringing residents together for a festive day in the heart of the community.
Saturday, December 13th, 2025, 10:00a.m., at Glenwood Cemetery the Chipley JROTC and AMVETS Post 007 conducted a Wreaths Across America Ceremony. Placing 120 wreaths on Veterans graves.