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Fishing day turned deadly in Vernon, Washington County Sheriff says
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – On Saturday, one man died after being shot by his fishing partner in Vernon. Around 2:40 p.m., Washington County officials received a 911 call about an altercation at the Diamond Head Fish Camp on Moss Hill Road in Vernon. Authorities said the caller stated the altercation was between her husband […]
DeFuniak Springs man arrested for allegedly assaulting pregnant woman
DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, Fla. -- A 30-year-old DeFuniak Springs man who was wanted for multiple charges, including the aggravated battery of a pregnant woman, was arrested on Monday. 30-year-old Robert Darding was arrested for active felony warrants for aggravated battery on a pregnant victim, false imprisonment, and aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.
Washington County receives $1.3 million over 18 years for opioid recovery
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Like several other local counties, Washington County is trying to find ways to help people addicted to opioids. Sheriff’s officials are using $1.3 million from the state’s opioid lawsuit settlement over the next 18 years. The money will go to community outreach, and education, and help connect those struggling with […]
Search warrant leads to arrest in Holmes County
HOLMES COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – On Monday, deputies from Holmes County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with Bonifay Police, successfully carried out a search warrant in connection with illegal drug sales. According to authorities, this operation began after extensive investigations by HCSO officials, who had purchased methamphetamine from the residence, which led to the issuance of […]
Shooting at Vernon mobile home park
VERNON, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - An individual is dead after a shooting last week at a local mobile home park in Washington County. On Apr. 27, deputies with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office say a call was received about an incident at Diamond Head Fish Camp on Moss Hill Road in Vernon.
Washington County Sheriff’s Office receives state-of-the-art active shooter simulator
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – No one ever thinks they will be a victim in an active shooter situation. Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies are making sure they stay proactive with their newly acquired state-of-the-art simulator. Every active shooter situation is different. That’s where M.I.L.O. comes in. M.I.L.O. stands for multiple interactive learning objectives. “It’s […]
Washington County deputies shoot and kill out-of-state suspect
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – On Saturday, April 27 Washington County deputies shot and killed a wanted out-of-state suspect for sexual exploitation of a minor. At about 7:00 a.m., deputies responded to a residence on Salem Drive in the Sunny Hills community. Deputies said they were attempting to execute an out-of-county arrest on 42-year-old Brian […]
Satisfy your stomachs for a good cause in Holmes County
BONIFAY, Fla. (WMBB) – On every first Friday of the month, Pepper Town Market in Bonifay hosts a community event featuring food trucks and raising money for area non-profit organizations. From 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 3rd, residents can head to the market and enjoy food and drinks from the “Crazy Kofe Lady” […]
Participate in National Drug Take Back Day on April 27
DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, Fla. (WMBB) — Saturday, April 27 is a day to get rid of those expired or unwanted medications around the house. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is hosting the National Drug Take Back Day. Anyone can drop off expired, unwanted, or unused medications and medical supplies at three locations in Walton […]
South Walton County Mosquito Control District breaks ground on $8M facility
SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) — The people who protect South Walton County residents from mosquitoes are getting an upgrade. After 58 years, the South Walton County Mosquito Control District (SWCMCD) is getting an expansion. A groundbreaking off Highway 393 Thursday marked the start of a new headquarters for the SWCMCD. Director Darrin Dunwald […]
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