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School district releases student enrollment numbers

cbreaux@kentsmith.biz Student enrollment numbers for the Washington County School District were published as part of a report for a Nov. 13 school board meeting. Overall enrollment numbers as of Nov. 8, 2023, are lower than the level recorded in 2015. However, enrollment has fluctuated over the years. Depending on the particular year you look at,…

Chipley Tigers triumph over Blountstown Tigers 

Chipley Tigers triumph over Blountstown Tigers 

In a riveting matchup at Phillip Roundtree Stadium on Nov. 3, the Chipley Tigers clawed their way to a hard-fought victory against the Blountstown Tigers, emerging victorious with a final score of 32-26. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Chipley. The Chipley Tigers’ offense featured a strong rushing and passing game. Khaiden Kennedy led…

Chipley High golfers qualify for district tournament

Chipley High golfers qualify for district tournament

NAN THOMPSON nthompson@kentsmith.biz The Chipley High School golf team has been making a strong showing lately.  The boys team finished second in the two matches they have played, with junior Payton Whittle leading the Tigers in the first match and freshman Lucas Drummond leading the second match. Five golfers–Jake Pettis, Lucas Drummond, Peyton Whittal, Sam…

Chipley Tigers fall short to Bozeman Bucks at homecoming
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Chipley Tigers fall short to Bozeman Bucks at homecoming

The Chipley Tigers, who came into Homecoming night with a strong 5-1 record, faced a fierce battle against the Bozeman Bucks on Friday, Oct. 20, at Philip Roundtree Stadium. The homecoming celebration proved to be a memorable one, though not for the expected reasons. The game commenced with a kickoff by the Bucks but it…

Chipley celebrates school spirit during homecoming parade 
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Chipley celebrates school spirit during homecoming parade 

Downtown Chipley was a festive place on Friday, Oct. 20, for the 2023 homecoming parade. Current students and members of past graduating classes walked or rode in floats, waving to the crowd and throwing out candy as they did so. The street was lined with people who came out to celebrate and join in the…

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Local high school bands rank high in Bandmasters competition 

NAN THOMPSON nthompson@kentsmith.biz High school band members may blend into the background at Friday night football games but they aren’t overlooked by everyone. Their hard work paid off Saturday, Oct. 14, at the Florida Bandmasters District II Marching Band Music Performance Assessment at Tommy Oliver Stadium in Panama City. All bands are judged on three…

Chipley High School volleyball team celebrates Senior Night 

Chipley High School volleyball team celebrates Senior Night 

Chipley High School held Senior Night at the gym on Oct. 2. They have six seniors as members of the volleyball team, each who has contributed to the history and tradition of the Chipley Tigers volleyball while attending the past four years.   Nevaeh Bellamy. Nevaeh was escorted by her parents, Alex and Kalonya Bellamy. She…

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Chipley High seniors, parents organize fundraisers for 2024 Grad Night

NAN THOMPSONnthompson@kentsmith.biz Only three months into the school year, preparation for the Chipley High School 2024 Grad Night has already begun.  Mark Brock said the seniors voted and brought it back to Chipley. The 2024 senior class project graduation will be held at the Washington County Agricultural Center in Chipley.  Project Graduation is an opportunity…

Family honors memory of Tyler Swearingen
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Family honors memory of Tyler Swearingen

The family of Tyler Swearingen prepared to release balloons in his memory at Chipley High School on Sept. 28. From left: Bianca Tharpe, Dathan Tharpe, Ethan Tharpe, Shawn Tharpe, Courtney Tharpe, Jacob Swearingen, Nickolas Swearingen and Lily Hall. Tyler, a junior at CHS, was killed in a car accident on Sept. 23. Keep an eye…

Chipley High School makes history, celebrates first baseball state championship with ring ceremony

Chipley High School makes history, celebrates first baseball state championship with ring ceremony

Staff report Philip Roundtree Stadium was filled with excitement and joy as history was made before the home football game against the Bay High Tornadoes last Friday evening when the school’s baseball team celebrated their first-ever state championship win.  The much-anticipated ring ceremony served as a reminder of the remarkable year the group of players…