New dive center opens in Vernon
Washington County Newscbreaux@kentsmith.biz Given the amount of springs in the area and proximity to Panama City Beach, it’s fitting that a dive…
Read MoreChipley Council broadcasts meeting on social media
cbreaux@kentsmith.biz The City of Chipley is joining other municipalities in posting their City Council meetings live on Facebook. The March…
Read MoreUPDATE: Missing teen found
Staff ReportSTAFF REPORT UPDATE: The teen was safely located in Savannah, Ga. The Chipley Police Department was able to locate her…
Read MoreChipley High substitute teacher allegedly let students vape in class
cbreaux@kentsmith.biz A former substitute teacher at Chipley High School was alleged to let students vape in the classroom, according to…
Read MoreTourist Development Council discusses potential for multi-day events in Washington County
cbreaux@kentsmith.biz Correction: A previous version of this story incorrectly identified a member of the Washington County Tourist Development Council. The…
Read MoreCounty seeks public input for flooding vulnerability assessment
cbreaux@kentsmith.biz Editor’s note: The March 26 meeting was rescheduled after the publication of this story. A public meeting will be…
Read MoreCounty Commissioners continue to discuss delay in FEMA reimbursement
cbreaux@kentsmith.biz Washington Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) Chairman David Pettis and County Administrator Jeff Massey will handle task orders for…
Read MoreNew EMS center opens in Wausau
cbreaux@kentsmith.biz As Washington County continues to see growth and development, particularly at the south end, a new EMS center recently…
Read MoreNew gas station, convenience store opens in Vernon
People driving in Vernon now have a new option if they need to fill up on gas and stop for…
Read More$62K settlement paid to former Vernon City Clerk
CAROL KENT SMITHCkent@kentsmith.biz The City of Vernon reached a $62,500 settlement with former City Clerk Tracy Walker in a lawsuit first filed…
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