Independence Day Celebration is July 3 in Vernon
Staff ReportVERNON – The City of Vernon is preparing for the return of its Independence Celebration next Saturday, July 3. The…
Read MoreIsland park’s recovery earns it Top 10 beach
David AdlersteinSt. George Island has once again made the list of the best beaches in America in a prestigious 30-year-old annual…
Read MorePanhandle Watermelon Festival returns June 25-26
CHIPLEY – “Melons and Music” are back for the 65th Annual Panhandle Watermelon Festival, set to take place June 25…
Read MoreChipley Womans Club celebrates Juniorettes
CHIPLEY – The Chipley WomanÂ’s Club honored senior Juniorettes during its May luncheon Wednesday, May 12. “Leading with the heart…
Read MoreMuseum to celebrate National Military Appreciation Month, VE Day
The Washington County Historical Society will commemorate National Military Appreciation Month and the anniversary of Victory in Europe Day with…
Read MoreDo it afraid: VHS grad pens message of perseverance through debut childrens book
Carol WyattMore than 30 years ago, Kevin Edwards says he was given a gift as a shy Vernon High School student,…
Read MoreSpanish Trail Opry packs the house
CHIPLEY – The 2021 installment of the Spanish Trail Opry transported a nearly fully-packed house to a simpler time, Saturday,…
Read MoreBetts celebrates 100th birthday
CHIPLEY – From trailblazer to patriot, Jeanne Betts of Chipley has held many titles in her lifetime. On Tuesday, April…
Read MorePhotographers invited to enter ‘Thru the Lens’ show
Special to the NewsThe Joe Center for the Arts is excited to host the upcoming Thru the Lens Photography Show from April 9…
Read MoreHappy Corner: Holmes County author Sue Riddle Cronkite releases second novel
Hazel TisonMy California Encourager, Ray Reynolds, had suggested that I purchase Holmes County writer Sue Riddle Cronkite’s first novel, "Louett’s Wake,"…
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