Tourist Development Council proposes lodging tax increase
GARRETT VALCOURT[email protected] The Washington County Tourist Development Council (TDC) has unanimously voted to propose an increase in the tourism lodging tax…
Read MoreWashington County community debates placement of Verizon cell tower
[email protected] Some residents of Washington County are raising concerns over a proposed 160-foot Verizon cell tower on Worley Road, which…
Read MoreWashington County celebrates National Day of Prayer
Collin Breaux[email protected] The faithful showed up at the Washington County Courthouse on Thursday, May 2, to sing and call out to…
Read MorePublic officials reflect on growth, development in Washington County
[email protected] If you ask Washington County Planning Commission Chairman John Gay, growth will continue to occur in the area–whether one…
Read MoreChipley Liquor celebrates grand opening
[email protected] Washington County’s first-ever liquor store welcomed members of the community during a grand opening celebration on Friday, April 26.…
Read MoreBenita Crittendon questions Washington County officials over lack of FEMA reimbursement notification
[email protected] Washington County Commissioners reportedly not being informed of a delay in FEMA reimbursements before authorizing a $6 million line…
Read MoreCounty Administrator discusses staffing needs for building inspections, grant administration
[email protected] Washington County Administrator Jeff Massey brought up the need to hire staff to inspect buildings and administer grants during…
Read MorePotential new Chipley cellphone tower being reviewed by county officials
[email protected] A potential new 160-foot cellphone tower on Worley Road is under consideration by officials in Washington County. The matter…
Read MoreWashington County schools closed Thursday due to anticipated severe weather
Staff ReportSchools in Washington County will be closed Thursday, April 11, due to a forecast of severe weather. “The safety and…
Read MoreSuspect in custody after shooting at vehicles on I-10
Editor’s note: This story has been updated from a previous version to include the name of the suspect and charges.…
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