Boating accidents comparatively scarce in 2020
Washington County NewsA review of boating accident statistics for 2020, issued earlier this summer by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission,…
Read MoreDeSantis says order will block mask requirements in schools
Jim TurnerTALLAHASSEE — Gov. Ron DeSantis said Friday he will issue an executive order to prohibit school districts from imposing mask-wearing…
Read MoreBack to school tax holiday begins Saturday
TALLAHASSEE — With most students expected to be in classrooms next month, after many learned online for at least part…
Read MoreVernon holds emergency meeting, fires public works employee after molestation arrest
CAROL KENT SMITHVERNON – Vernon City Council met in special session Wednesday, July 28, to address the recent arrest of a temporary…
Read MoreSasser re-elected to Chipley City Council
CHIPLEY – John T. “Tommy” Sasser will retain his seat as Chipley’s Ward 2 representative after winning re-election Tuesday, August…
Read MoreFugitive captured in Washington County
Staff ReportWASHINGTON COUNTY – A fugitive out of Washington State who was wanted in connection with a kidnapping, robbery and multiple…
Read MoreWausau Possum Fest and Fun Day returns Aug. 7
WAUSAU – After a pared-down 2020, organizers of WausauÂ’s iconic Possum Festival and Fun Day say the event is making…
Read MoreFDOT: Traffic signal will remain at U.S. 90, 2nd St.
CHIPLEY – Florida Department of Transportation has reconsidered a recommendation to remove the traffic signal located at U.S. Highway 90…
Read MoreMeating up with the Boyds” Former U.S. Congressman Allen Boyd enjoys life after statesmanship
The only side former U.S. Congressman Allen Boyd concerns himself these days is of beef. And when it comes to…
Read MoreHappy Corner: Remembering Annie Maes Store
Hazel TisonLast week I attended the funeral service for my cousin, Angie Hinson Morris, at Pleasant Grove Methodist Church at HinsonÂ’s…
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