Washington County 4-H hosts annual Public Speaking Contest
Staff ReportWashington County 4-H hosted its annual 4-H Public Speaking Contest on Thursday, May 14, showcasing the confidence, communication skills, and…
Read MoreWashington County encourages residents to improve address visibility for faster emergency response
The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is reminding residents that clearly visible address numbers can save valuable time during…
Read MoreColorado arrest made in Washington County child exploitation investigation
A California man has been arrested in Colorado in connection with a Washington County child exploitation investigation that began October 24, 2025,…
Read MoreSenate backs off funding requests for ‘Rural Renaissance’ programs
The Senate on Thursday dropped funding requests for a series of programs tied to Senate President Ben Albritton’s “rural renaissance”…
Read MoreWashington County to host grand opening for new splash pad at Hunter Park
Washington County will celebrate the grand opening of its newest splash pad with a “Fun in the Sun” event at…
Read MoreOpioid overdose deaths drop in Florida
Florida’s drug overdose deaths continued to decline in 2025, according to state data released Wednesday. Opioid-caused deaths fell 42 percent…
Read MoreImmigration enforcement costs climb to $460m for year
The Florida Division of Emergency Management spent another $45.3 million on immigration enforcement-related costs, bringing the total spent this year…
Read MoreFormer corrections officer sentenced to state prison
On Wednesday, April 29, Tina Marie Wallace, a former correctional officer at Northwest Florida Reception Center in Washington County, was…
Read MoreState issues advisories for hurricane season
State officials are ramping up warnings for residents to prepare supplies and organize insurance paperwork as the six-month hurricane season…
Read MoreJackson Hospital honors Colby Roland, LPN, as Employee of the Quarter
Jackson Hospital recently recognized Colby Roland, LPN, as Employee of the Quarter, noting his compassion, dedication, and commitment to patient…
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