Voter questions wanted for Voter’s Guide
Staff ReportWith the August 20 primaries approaching, political campaigns are well underway in Holmes and Washington counties. Kent Smith Group is…
Read MoreBenita Crittendon announces campaign for County Commission
Special to the NewsBenita Crittendon has announced her intention to run for the District 5 seat on the Washington County Board of County…
Read MoreChipley to pursue grants for law enforcement services
Collin Breaux[email protected] The City of Chipley is looking to outside funding to bolster police capabilities. The City Council authorized applying for…
Read MoreVernon submits audit report
[email protected] The City of Vernon’s auditor finished the 2021-2022 audit and submitted it to the state on May 1. The…
Read MoreCounty looks to outside agency for help with building inspection services
[email protected] With the rate of development and growth happening in Washington County, the County’s building department has its hands full…
Read MoreLibrary looks to assume Sunny Hills Community Center operations
[email protected] Washington County Public Library Director Renae Rountree has proposed the library handle operations for the Sunny Hills Community Center,…
Read MoreTourist Development Council proposes lodging tax increase
GARRETT VALCOURT[email protected] The Washington County Tourist Development Council (TDC) has unanimously voted to propose an increase in the tourism lodging tax…
Read MoreVision for Downtown Chipley further discussed during community meeting
[email protected] Ways to enhance Downtown Chipley and entice visitors and pedestrians to the area continued to be discussed during a…
Read MoreWashington County community debates placement of Verizon cell tower
[email protected] Some residents of Washington County are raising concerns over a proposed 160-foot Verizon cell tower on Worley Road, which…
Read MoreLibrary director discusses seasonal staffing needs
The Washington County Public Library is looking to hire a temporary summer page at the Vernon branch, as well as…
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