Colorado arrest made in Washington County child exploitation investigation
Staff ReportA California man has been arrested in Colorado in connection with a Washington County child exploitation investigation that began October 24, 2025,…
Read MoreSenate backs off funding requests for ‘Rural Renaissance’ programs
The Senate on Thursday dropped funding requests for a series of programs tied to Senate President Ben Albritton’s “rural renaissance”…
Read MoreWashington, Holmes counties to offer free summer meals for children
AMBER PATINOSchool districts in both Washington and Holmes counties will once again offer free summer meals to children while school is…
Read MoreWashington County to host grand opening for new splash pad at Hunter Park
Washington County will celebrate the grand opening of its newest splash pad with a “Fun in the Sun” event at…
Read MoreWCSB meeting includes honors, grants, and approval of Vernon fifth grade relocation
Ali MorelandThe Washington County School Board (WCSB) held its regular meeting on Monday, May 11. The meeting included recognitions for student…
Read MoreChipley City Council adopts new lien policy and receives summer meals program update
Chipley City Council met for regular business on Tuesday, May 12, addressing policy actions, development approvals, and community program updates.…
Read MoreOpioid overdose deaths drop in Florida
Florida’s drug overdose deaths continued to decline in 2025, according to state data released Wednesday. Opioid-caused deaths fell 42 percent…
Read MoreKMS fourth graders recognized in 4‑H Public Speaking Contest
Kate M. Smith Elementary School (KMS) recently announced its 4th Grade Florida 4‑H Public Speaking Contest winners. Mylon Henderson (center)…
Read MoreWAVE students represent WCSD at Special Olympics State Summer Games
On Tuesday, May 12, the Washington Academy for Varying Exceptionalities (WAVE) sent five students to the Special Olympics State Summer…
Read MoreTattered & Tarnished Antiques celebrates grand opening in Chipley
Tattered & Tarnished Antiques owners Teresa and Jim McCarty pose for a photo with friends and community supporters during their…
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