Budget workshop
The Washington County Board of County Commissioners has scheduled a budget workshop for Wednesday, August 14. Read More …
PHI Chapter awards grant-in-aid to education major
As classes begin this semester, members of Phi Chapter of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International are happy to assist a very deserving young lady in her journey to join the ranks of many other key women educators worldwide. Read More …
Applewhite obit
Ronnie (Rooster) Applewhite, 61, of Marianna, FL died Sunday, June 30, 2019 at his residence. Read More …
Chipola College Fall registration is August 14-16
Registration for Fall classes at Chipola College is Aug. 14-16. Read More …
WCSO deputy locates meth in child’s car seat; couple arrested
A Vernon couple was arrested in Washington County last week after deputies found methamphetamine in a toddler’s car seat during a traffic stop in Vernon. Read More …
Man arrested after exchanging nude photos with teen
A 25-year-old man is behind bars in Washington County after exchanging nude photos with a 16-year-old girl. Read More …
Solutions to the climate crisis coming from farmers
Farmers across the state, regardless of where they fall on the causes of climate change, have begun holding talks about what they need to do in response. Read More …
Gas price update
Florida gas prices have fallen 5.8 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.50/g today, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 8,237 stations. Read More …
Marsh obit
Mr. Alfred Devane Marsh, age 83, of Bonifay, Florida passed away August 2, 2019 at his home. Read More …
HCSO, Holmes CI intercept suspected fentanyl, heroin
A joint effort between Holmes County Sheriff’s Office and the Inspector General’s Office of Holmes Correctional Institution led to the interception of a suspected heroin/fentanyl substance blend, four cell phones, and more than three ounces of marijuana – all intended for distribution within the Holmes CI facility. Read More …