Vernon announces passing of Mayor Gary Owens
Ali MorelandCity of Vernon Mayor Gary Owens passed away on Friday, November 28. Owens was most recently elected in 2021, according…
Read MoreFight heats up over ban on smoke shop product
Staff ReportA legal fight over Florida’s emergency ban on 7-hydroxymitragynine, a potent kratom byproduct known as 7-OH, is intensifying ahead of…
Read MoreState gets OK to enforce social media law
A divided federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that Florida can begin enforcing a 2024 law aimed at preventing children from…
Read MoreOne in custody on lewd and lascivious charges
On November 19, 2025, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office was notified of possible sexualmisconduct involving a minor. After an investigation…
Read MoreFlorida gets break in 2025 storm season
Gov. Ron DeSantis drew applause last week in Crystal River when he noted that Florida — and the entire continental…
Read MoreGrayson Commander named to “The 87” by Troy University
Grayson Commander of Chipley, FL, has been selected by Troy University as a member of “The 87”. The 87, formerly…
Read MoreLocal seniors enjoy Friendsgiving meal hosted by WCCOA
The Washington County Council on Aging (WCCOA) welcomed more than 50 local seniors for a Friendsgiving luncheon on Friday, November…
Read MoreRMS boys basketball team claims Panhandle Conference title
AMBER PATINOAfter an undefeated season, the Roulhac Middle School (RMS) boys basketball team claimed victory at the Panhandle Conference Championship. The…
Read MoreHoliday cheer lights up Downtown Chipley during Thursday Night Lights
Downtown Chipley celebrated holiday cheer during the November 20 Thursday Night Lights event, which featured “A Chipley Christmas” with a…
Read MoreFPL rate settlement approved
State regulators on Thursday approved a four-year rate settlement that will result in Florida Power & Light customers paying billions…
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