Senate passes bill allowing armed staff at colleges
Staff ReportStaff members at state colleges and universities could sign up to carry guns on campus under a bill that passed…
Read MoreMedley announces candidacy for WFEC Board of Trustees, District 8
Special to the NewsLance Medley is a member-owner of West Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) and a lifelong resident of Holmes County. He is…
Read MoreLocal bands earn top marks at District 2 MPA
AMBER PATINOLocal high school and middle school concert and symphonic bands recently competed at the 2026 Florida Bandmasters Association District 2…
Read MoreChipley City Council approves events, infrastructure funding, and honors local heroes
Ali MorelandThe Chipley City Council met on Tuesday, March 10, to move forward on several community projects and city initiatives. The…
Read MoreCommunity comes together to refresh WCCOA garden beds
Seniors at the Washington County Council on Aging (WCCOA) rolled up their sleeves this week to refresh the center’s raised…
Read MoreFlorida poised to require proof of citizenship to vote
Floridians may soon have to provide proof of U.S. citizenship to cast a ballot. The Senate on Wednesday debated a…
Read MoreCaryville council eyes road repairs, updated FPL franchise agreement
The Caryville Town Council convened for its regular meeting on Tuesday, March 10, setting public hearings, approving an application for…
Read MoreWCSB recognizes student achievements and community partnerships
The Washington County School Board (WCSB) met on Monday, March 9, highlighting student achievements, community partnerships, and key district actions.…
Read MoreSanctuaries step in as Seacrest Wolf Preserve relocates wolves and wildlife
Following the March 6 denial of its request for a stay of eviction, Seacrest Wolf Preserve has begun relocating the…
Read MoreWCCOA offering free tax preparation assistance
Free tax preparation assistance is being offered to residents of Washington and Holmes counties through the Washington County Council on…
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