DeSantis pushes again for open carry
Staff ReportGovernor Ron DeSantis signaled Monday, September 8 he will again push lawmakers to allow people to openly carry guns in…
Read MoreJustices eye gun age case
The U.S. Supreme Court could decide late this month whether to take up a battle about the constitutionality of a…
Read MoreHouse Committee to revisit property tax cuts; local impacts could be significant
GARRETT VALCOURTAs Gov. Ron DeSantis continues his push to reduce property taxes statewide, the Florida House Select Committee on Property Taxes…
Read MoreStates Back Florida in Social Media Fight
TALLAHASSEE — Pointing to a “significant interest in protecting children and youth from social media’s harms,” 27 states last week…
Read MoreHouseboat discussion continues
AMBER PATINOThe Washington County Board of County Commissioners heard from residents during the non-agenda audience/public participation portion of their August 21…
Read MoreProposed lodging tax increase could be on 2026 ballot
Washington County voters could likely see a referendum regarding a lodging tax increase should commissioners approve placing the measure on…
Read MoreWausau Fire Department to officially transfer to county Oct. 1
Washington County will soon assume all operations of the Wausau Fire Department. Commissioners approved the request to execute final documents…
Read MoreThree recognized by Chipley City Council for community contributions
During a regular meeting session on August 12, the Chipley City Council recognized the contributions and dedication to the betterment…
Read MoreBack-to-school tax free holiday to last through August
A tax-free month will begin Friday, August 1, to help offset some of the cost of back-to-school shopping in Florida.…
Read MoreBOCC moves forward with WCSO EOC take over
Hannah CollinsHANNAH COLLINS | The News Sheriff Kevin Crews of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) took another step up to…
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