Vernon swears in new mayor, council members; addresses fire coordination and local ordinances
Ali MorelandOn Monday, April 20, the Vernon City Council met to discuss updates from county leadership, the swearing-in of newly elected…
Read MoreDAR honors Chipley cadet with National Defense Medal
AMBER PATINOThe Chipola Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) recently presented the National Defense Medal to Chipley High…
Read MoreWashington County announces first project at Industrial Rail Park
Staff ReportWashington County officials have announced the first major development at the Washington County Industrial Rail Park, marking a step forward…
Read MoreVernon Elementary first graders surpass 5,000‑book reading goal
Students in Rachel Yates’ first‑grade class at Vernon Elementary School (VES) recently surpassed an impressive milestone in the school’s Accelerated…
Read MoreCHS Boys Weightlifting makes history with first ever District Championship
The Chipley High School (CHS) Boys Weightlifting Team made school history by winning its first-ever Traditional Weightlifting District Championship, while…
Read MoreKMS fifth graders recognized in Florida Power & Light 4‑H Public Speaking Contest
Kate M. Smith Elementary School recently announced its 5th Grade Florida Power & Light 4‑H Public Speaking Contest winners. Ashlynn…
Read MoreRibbon cutting ceremony held at The Local Artisan in downtown Chipley
Downtown Chipley business The Local Artisan celebrated its official ribbon cutting on Thursday, April 16, marking the storefront’s addition to…
Read MoreLocal teachers recognized for advancing arts education through CRAA mini-grants
The Chipola Regional Arts Association (CRAA) honored recipients of its 2025–2026 mini-grants from Holmes and Washington Counties on Thursday, April…
Read MoreChipley City Council advances drainage project funding, discusses code enforcement and comprehensive plan updates
The Chipley City Council met on Tuesday, April 14, where the council recognized May as Lupus Awareness Month, approved key…
Read MoreVernon High School welcomes new boys’ basketball coach
Vernon High School recently announced the hiring of Coach Jared Owen as the new head coach of the boys’ basketball…
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