Chipley to celebrate grand opening of restored Mongoven Building site
Ali MorelandAfter years of planning, engineering, and restoration efforts, the City of Chipley will celebrate the grand opening of the transformed…
Read MoreAttic fire contained on Windsong Lane; three cats rescued
Washington County Firefighters contained an attic fire at a home on Windsong Lane on Thursday, June 11, preventing the blaze…
Read MoreRemembering the life of Judge Perry E. Wells
CAROL KENT SMITHWashington County is remembering former Washington County Judge Perry Wells as a lifelong public servant, businessman, community leader, historian, and…
Read MoreBJ’s Grill reopens shortly after hit‑and‑run crash; community rallies behind owners
SKYLA CARTERDespite an early‑morning hit‑and‑run crash that caused about $15,000 in damage on Sunday, June 7, BJ’s Grill welcomed customers Monday morning. Jennifer…
Read MoreNorthwest Florida counties weigh moratoriums on large‑scale AI data centers
As Northwest Florida counties weigh proposals for large‑scale AI data centers and possible moratoriums, local officials and residents are examining…
Read MoreChipley Police Department announces promotions, expands leadership across patrol shifts
Staff ReportThe Chipley Police Department has announced a restructuring initiative aimed at strengthening leadership and improving service across all patrol shifts.…
Read MoreWashington County schools earn funding for summer reading programs
Kate M. Smith Elementary and Vernon Elementary Schools each received a $3,000 Dollar General Summer Reading Grant, bringing a total…
Read MoreWashington County EMS partners with Northwest Florida Reception Center for mass‑casualty training
AMBER PATINOWashington County EMS recently partnered with faculty and staff at the Northwest Florida Reception Center to conduct a Mass Casualty…
Read MoreBig Melon Contest returns to Panhandle Watermelon Festival; entries due June 25
Watermelon growers, from commercial producers to backyard gardeners, are invited to enter the annual Big Melon Contest at the Panhandle…
Read MoreCounty provides water service guidance and invites Sunny Hills residents to public forum
The Washington County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is sharing information and resources for Sunny Hills residents who receive water…
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