The Little Paper with the BIG TOOT
On Monday September 30th, 2024, the Chipley Tigers hosted the Holmes County Blue Devils in a rescheduled game from Friday September 27, 2024, rescheduled because of Hurricane Helene. The score at half time was 8-0 Blue Devils. The final score was 8-12 Chipley Tigers win Read More …
Rev. James Carlos Finch, age 84, passed from this life Friday, September 27, 2024 at Bonifay Nursing Home and Rehab Center. He was born in Washington County, Florida on February 7, 1940 to Brown Finch and Orene (Hicks) Finch. Carlos worked at DOT as a Heavy Equipment Operator and Supervisor. Read More …
Warren H. Farmer, age 69, passed form this life Saturday, September 28, 2024 at North Okaloosa Medical Center. He was born in Chipley, FL on October 29, 1954 to James Buford Farmer and Betty Parker Farmer. Warren worked in construction, was a avid fisherman and loved his family dearly.
Roger Sasser, age 85 of Chipley, FL passed from this life on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at his home. He was born on April 1st, 1939 in Chipley, FL to the late Louis Sasser and Nora (Creamer) Sasser. Read More …
Eddie Wayne Barfield, age 78 of Wausau, Fl passed from this life on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at Jackson Hospital. He was born on November 10, 1945 in Marianna, FL to the late Wilbur Barfield and Vernell (Smith) Barfield. Read More …
Teresa Ann Miles, age 76 of Chipley, FL went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, September 21, 2024. She was born on January 14, 1948 in Graceville, FL to the late Author Collins and Edna (Ward) Collins. Read More …
Due to the weather and other circumstances, the Downtown Chipley Fall Decorating Contest dates have been extended. The contest will run through October 31st, 2024 with the winners announced and prizes given at the November 6th meeting of the Chipley Garden Club.
Washington County will open a shelter of last resort for residents at noon on Thursday, 9/26/24. It will close at noon on Friday, 9/27/24. The shelter is located at 1535 Brickyard Road in Chipley. Those sheltering at this location should bring bedding, snacks, prescription medication, and a valid driver’s license. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Read More …
Brone Nakas, 98 of Sunny Hills, Florida, passed from this life on September 12, 2024, at her home, in the presence of her loving family.
Brone was born on May 23, 1926, in Lithuania to Veronika & Vincentas Budzinauskas. She and her husband Alfonsas lived in the Detroit, MI, area for more than three decades before moving to Sunny Hills, FL, in 1986, She was a member of St. Theresa Catholic Church in Sunny Hills. Read More …
Due to continued concerns regarding Hurricane Helene, the Washington County School District will be closed on Thursday, September 26, 2024, and Friday, September 27, 2024. The safety and well-being of our students, staff, and families remain our highest priority as we closely monitor the storm’s impact.
Unless otherwise notified, schools are expected to resume on Monday, September 30, 2024. We encourage everyone to prioritize safety and follow guidance from local emergency management authorities. Read More …