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The burglary of a barn resulted in the arrest of Brandon Lee Charles Thomas and Jessica Lynn Parrett by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. Thomas, 30, and Parrett, 34, are both from Caryville. The arrests came after a homeowner reported several items missing after they returned home. “WCSO deputies...

The disease is described as similar to mad cow disease, with deer becoming emaciated and often being found isolated and trembling. While not considered harmful to people, the disease can result in death within four months to deer.

Beleena Pullam: Domestic violence- aggravated assault with a deadly weapon without intent to kill, domestic violence- battery intentionally touch or strike without permission: $500 cash bond, no contact with alleged victim. Kendra Hall: Violation of probation- no bond, arraigned. Norquekes Calhoun: Simple assault- sentenced to 60 days in jail with...

A backroad off State Highway 77 in Washington County that links to Deading Road will get paved through a $2.5 million grant. The Washington County Board of Commissioners heard a presentation from Grants Coordinator Samantha Arroyo about a $2.5 million grant from the Florida Department of Transportation for the project during a public workshop on Monday, Sept. 18.

Some deer killed during two popular hunting days in December must be tested for a...

The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is considering an animal control ordinance amendment that would institute additional requirements for keeping a dog after the animal has been considered “dangerous.”. The board heard a presentation on the proposed amendment from Public Safety Director Lynne Abel during a workshop on...

Washington County Council on Aging (COA) is a hub for senior activities with their community center, day center and other monthly activities for seniors. With those, donations sometimes run low and supplies need to be replenished. The day center provides respite care for those with early onset dementia in order...

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – A Chipley man was arrested after authorities say he sexually abused a 12-year-old kid in Washington County. According to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, “an investigation was conducted by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office after reports of sexual abuse were called in alleging 55-year-old Calvin Arthur Long had forced the […]

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Fla. (WTVY) - A Chipley man has been arrested after being accused of sexually abusing a 12-year-old juvenile in Washington County. According to WCSO, an investigation was conducted after reports of sexual abuse were called in alleging 55-year-old Calvin Arthur Long had forced the victim into a sexual act.

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A Chipley man is facing charges after deputies say he sexually abused a juvenile. Investigators with Washington County Sheriff’s Office say 55-year-old Calvin Arthur Long forced a 12-year-old into a sexual act. Long was arrested and charged with sexual battery and lewd and lascivious...

The Washington County Board of County Commissioners will hold a Meeting on Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. CST, as seen in the agenda (below). This meeting will be held at the Washington County Board of County Commissioners Board Room, located at 1331 South BLVD, Chipley, FL 32428. This meeting is open to the public.

Want better pastures? Are you new to managing pastures? New to managing pastures in Northwest Florida? Don’t have pasture yet, but plan to someday?. If any of these sound like you then I encourage you to check out the upcoming series of classes Productive Pastures in the Panhandle. This...

A Chipley man has been arrested after being accused of sexually abusing a 12-year-old juvenile in Washington County. An investigation was conducted by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office after reports of sexual abuse were called in alleging 55-year-old Calvin Arthur Long had forced the victim into a sexual act.