Jackson Hospital’s Employee of the Year
February 17, 2026- Marianna, FL – Jackson Hospital is proud to announce that Angie Rohlfing, a Social Worker in the Case Management Department, has been named the hospital’s 2025 Employee of the Year. Read More …

February 17, 2026- Marianna, FL – Jackson Hospital is proud to announce that Edith Lopez, a member of the Environmental Services Team, has been named Employee of the Quarter.
Chipley Garden Club has had a “sweet” February. At the monthly meeting on Wednesday, February 4, members and guests learned all about lavender from Southern Grace Lavender Farm. The program covered not only growing lavender, but all the wonderful products that can be made from the sweet smelling flowers and leaves – soaps, sachets, candles, and more.
Sybil went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 29th, 2026 in Dothan, Alabama at the age of 95. She was born July 20th, 1930, in Shamrock, Florida, to the late John Wesley and Lula Thomas Grinstead.
Margaret Elaine Roche, a beloved mother, grandmother, and devoted community member, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, at the Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center in Panama City, Florida. Born on March 7, 1952, in Harold, Florida, Margaret dedicated her life to nurturing her family and serving her community.
On February 14th, 2026, Blue Devil men’s basketball hosted the Chipley Tigers in Rural Regional Semi-Final. The teams went into half-time with the score 23-30, Blue Devils up. Final score was 60-64 Blue Devils win.
Florida Panhandle Technical College’s Heavy Equipment program and the Washington County School District recently teamed up to deliver a major upgrade for local student-athletes: a new dedicated parking lot serving the Chipley High School and Roulhac Middle School girls’ softball programs.
Almaida Burgos, born on August 8, 1930, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, at Jackson Hospital. A cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, Almaida’s warmth and hospitality touched the lives of all who knew her.
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In loving memory of Everly Rae Grant and Sylas Lamar Grant, who brought unparalleled joy and light to the lives of those who knew them. Everly and Sylas, siblings so full of life and promise, left us too soon on February 8, 2026, but their spirits will forever echo in the hearts of their family and friends.