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Staff ReportVernon firefighters to train in rescue diving
[email protected] Five firefighters with the City of Vernon will undergo rescue diving training at a total cost of $2700. The training was discussed and unanimously approved by the Vernon City…
Local News
Kent Smith Group welcomes Kinsley Cook as intern
Kinsley Cook, a Bonifay resident, has recently come aboard Holmes County Advertiser and Washington County News as an intern. Cook is currently a full-time student at Chipola College located in Marianna–one semester away from…
FDOT responds to Chipley inquiries on road projects
[email protected] The City of Chipley recently asked the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) about issues with several road projects, answers which have now been made publicly available. Mayor Tracy Andrews…
Chipley jeweler Robert Sapp celebrates 60 years of working
[email protected] For 60 years, Chipley jeweler Robert Sapp has been a mainstay of the downtown business community. His decades of community involvement were recently celebrated during this month’s Thursday Night…
Crime
Bus driver discusses his experience with student gun arrest
[email protected] Recently, a high school student in Washington County was arrested after allegedly displaying a toy gun on a school bus. The bus driver at the time, Dakota Tindell, spoke…
High school student arrested for displaying toy gun on school bus
[email protected] A high school student in Washington County faces pending charges after allegedly displaying a toy gun on a school bus. At around 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8, the…
Chipley police arrest Florida resident on way to Sol Fest for alleged drug possession
While on his way to the electronic dance music festival Sol Fest in nearby Ponce de Leon, a New Port Richey man was arrested by the Chipley Police Department in…
Sheriff’s Office: Person fatally shot after altercation at Vernon fish camp
An individual was reportedly shot and killed after an altercation at Diamond Head Fish Camp in Vernon on Saturday, April 27. The body was retrieved from the water by the…
State News
Farm advocates address FWC about chronic wasting disease
[email protected] Local agricultural advocates recently addressed the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commision (FWC) regarding concerns and suggestions regarding chronic wasting disease (CWD). Holmes and…
Washington County Public Library to receive grant funding for facility expansion
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ office announced Friday, Feb. 2, the Washington County Public Library will receive nearly $4 million to expand their existing facility. The grant…
Roulhac Middle’s Nancy Holley named Florida TaxWatch Middle School Principal of the Year
[email protected] When Roulhac Middle School Principal Nancy Holley found out she was named the Florida TaxWatch Middle School Principal of the Year late last year,…
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Community & Faith
Chipley Garden Club recognized as top garden club in Florida
For their efforts in helping beautify their community, the Chipley Garden Club was recently presented the 2024 Garden Club of the Year award by the…
Senior citizens get firsthand access to resources during Senior Expo
[email protected] Senior citizens got to get their blood pressure checked, meet face-to-face with representatives from Northwest Florida Community Hospital and other resources, and get popcorn…
Rex Lumber celebrates a long period of workplace safety
On Monday, April 29, Rex Lumber in Graceville celebrated reaching 1000 days with no lost time for injuries. “This is the second time Graceville has…