Sheriff’s Office: Person fatally shot after altercation at Vernon fish camp
Staff ReportAn individual was reportedly shot and killed after an altercation at Diamond Head Fish Camp in Vernon on Saturday, April…
Read MoreMan fatally shot by law enforcement during arrest attempt for alleged sex crime against minor
A 42-year-old man was fatally shot by members of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) in the Sunny Hills community…
Read MoreChipley Liquor celebrates grand opening
Washington County Newscbreaux@kentsmith.biz Washington County’s first-ever liquor store welcomed members of the community during a grand opening celebration on Friday, April 26.…
Read MoreBenita Crittendon questions Washington County officials over lack of FEMA reimbursement notification
cbreaux@kentsmith.biz Washington County Commissioners reportedly not being informed of a delay in FEMA reimbursements before authorizing a $6 million line…
Read MoreVernon Council swears in new members, discusses other matters
cbreaux@kentsmith.biz Vernon City Clerk Candice Hodges recently received a call from someone wanting to do a yard sale at the…
Read MoreChipley High hosts language arts festival
Students got a unique educational opportunity on April 17 when Chipley High School hosted a mock civil court trial and…
Read MoreCounty Administrator discusses staffing needs for building inspections, grant administration
cbreaux@kentsmith.biz Washington County Administrator Jeff Massey brought up the need to hire staff to inspect buildings and administer grants during…
Read MoreEarly Learning Coalition of Northwest Florida launches community survey
Special to the NewsThe Early Learning Coalition of Northwest Florida (ELCNWF) announced the launch of its Community Survey, aimed at gathering insights into…
Read MoreNew wine spot opens in Downtown Chipley
cbreaux@kentsmith.biz The grand opening night for 1901 On Main–a new business in Downtown Chipley where people can order wine and…
Read MoreCounty considers going with another state lobbyist
cbreaux@kentsmith.biz The Washington County municipal government is looking to go with another lobbying firm to advocate for the area with…
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