Chipley man arrested after multi-county crime spree and pursuit
Staff ReportA Chipley man is in custody following a vehicle pursuit and a series of burglaries that spanned multiple locations in…
Read MoreGrit & Grace to premiere “The Paths We Take” honoring Walton County lives and legacy
Grit & Grace, Walton County’s official folklife theater production, will debut its 2025 original play, “The Paths We Take,” with…
Read MoreWashington County Jail celebrates first baptism service.
Sheriff Kevin Crews is proud to announce that several women at the Washington County Jail had the opportunity last Friday…
Read MoreVernon man charged with child abuse.
(WASHINGTON COUNTY, FL; June 30, 2025) – A Vernon man is in custody, facing aggravated child-abuse charges for cruelty toward…
Read MoreChipley Gears Up for Panhandle Watermelon Festival
Final preparations are underway for the annual Panhandle Watermelon Festival, and local officials are working to ensure a safe and…
Read MoreFinancial abuse of seniors: How can we stop it?
Hannah CollinsHANNAH COLLINS | The News Anxiety often accompanies the process of ensuring proper care for aging relatives, but most do…
Read MoreBOCC moves forward with WCSO EOC take over
HANNAH COLLINS | The News Sheriff Kevin Crews of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) took another step up to…
Read MoreEbro woman arrested in molestation case
A 54 year old woman has been arrested for allegedly molesting a child under the age of 12. According to…
Read More‘Champ’ Kelly to speak to 21st Century students
HANNAH COLLINS | The News Anthony “Champ” Kelly, senior personnel executive with the Miami Dolphins, will speak to students in…
Read MoreBOCC to dedicate boat ramp at Gap Pond
Terra MaplesThe Washington County Board of County Commissioners will dedicate the newly rebuilt boat launch and dock at Gap Pond in…
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