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07/24/2024

Reporter Natalie Holton brings you today’s 4 At 4 broadcast, recapping the latest news in the area.

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FLDOE has announced district and school grades for the 2024 school year.
07/24/2024

FLDOE has announced district and school grades for the 2024 school year.

The Florida Department of Education announced the district and school grades on July 24. Holmes District Schools received a district grade C, maintaining their status from last year. School Grades are listed below: Bethlehem High School- C Bonifay K-8- C Holmes County High School- B Ponce De Leon Hi...

The Florida Department of Education has announced district and school grades for 2024.
07/24/2024

The Florida Department of Education has announced district and school grades for 2024.

The Florida Department of Education announced the district and school grades on July 24. Washinton District Schools received a district grade C, declining from their B status of 2023. School Grades are listed below: Chipley High School- C Roulhac Middle School- B Kate M. Smith Elementary School- C V...

The two subjects were arrested and charged with possession of m**hamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia, afte...
07/24/2024

The two subjects were arrested and charged with possession of m**hamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia, after a traffic stop.

On July 20, a Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputy conducted a traffic stop on a GMC pickup truck driven by Penny Carnley due to a traffic violation. During the stop, the deputy engaged with Carnley and her passenger, identified as Keith Miller. K9 unit Lasso was deployed and indicated the...

07/23/2024

Reporter Natalie Holton brings you today’s 4 At 4 broadcast, recapping the latest news in the area.

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Advancement Via Individual Determination (A.V.I.D) is a college and career readiness program that is designed to help st...
07/23/2024

Advancement Via Individual Determination (A.V.I.D) is a college and career readiness program that is designed to help students reach their greatest potential as they prepare for postsecondary options to secure their future.

Advancement Via Individual Determination (A.V.I.D) is a college and career readiness program that is designed to help students reach their greatest potential as they prepare for postsecondary options to secure their future. Students at both Chipley High School and Vernon High school had the opportun...

Voters will have the opportunity to hear from their local candidates on July 27 in Noma, starting at 5 p.m.
07/23/2024

Voters will have the opportunity to hear from their local candidates on July 27 in Noma, starting at 5 p.m.

Voters will have the opportunity to hear from their local candidates on July 27 in Noma, starting at 5 p.m. Candidates from across the county will present their platforms to the public during speeches ranging from 3 to 5 minutes.  Noma Councilwoman Josephine Curry coordinated the forum, and said th...

Please be advised that the Kent Smith offices will be closed Tuesday, July 23, so that the KS family can come together t...
07/22/2024

Please be advised that the Kent Smith offices will be closed Tuesday, July 23, so that the KS family can come together to lay the Kent patriarch to rest. We appreciate your understanding.

Holmes County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) conducted a traffic stop on a black Cadillac driven by Brooke Reynolds on Highway ...
07/22/2024

Holmes County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) conducted a traffic stop on a black Cadillac driven by Brooke Reynolds on Highway 79, which resulted in an arrest.

On July 19, 2024, a deputy from the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) conducted a traffic stop on a black Cadillac driven by Brooke Reynolds on Highway 79. During the stop, K9 Lasso was deployed and signaled the presence of narcotics. Upon questioning, Ms. Reynolds confessed to possessing narc...

On July 20, Washington County residents gathered at the Chipley AG Center for a significant philanthropic event, the "Da...
07/22/2024

On July 20, Washington County residents gathered at the Chipley AG Center for a significant philanthropic event, the "Day of Hope" held by Full Circle Outreach Ministries.

On July 20, Washington County residents gathered at the Chipley AG Center for a significant philanthropic event, the “Day of Hope.” This community outreach, held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., was a remarkable demonstration of local solidarity and support for those in need. During the event, 360 backpa...

The Holmes County Sheriff's Office recently organized an active shooter training session, engaging its deputies, the Bon...
07/22/2024

The Holmes County Sheriff's Office recently organized an active shooter training session, engaging its deputies, the Bonifay Police Department, and the guardians from the local school district.

The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office recently organized an active shooter training session, engaging its deputies, the Bonifay Police Department, and the guardians from the local school district.  Sheriff John Tate highlighted the significance of the training, remarking, “This training is a cruci...

In a coordinated operation, the Holmes County Sheriff's Office (HCSO), with support from the Bonifay Police Department, ...
07/22/2024

In a coordinated operation, the Holmes County Sheriff's Office (HCSO), with support from the Bonifay Police Department, the Florida Highway Patrol Criminal Interdiction Unit (FHP CIU), and the Washington County Sheriff's Office, apprehended four individuals on charges related to the trafficking and sale of fentanyl.

In a coordinated operation, the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO), with support from the Bonifay Police Department, the Florida Highway Patrol Criminal Interdiction Unit (FHP CIU), and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, apprehended four individuals on charges related to the trafficking ...

Two residents of Cottondale were arrested July 19, and subsequently booked into the Washington County Jail on drug-relat...
07/22/2024

Two residents of Cottondale were arrested July 19, and subsequently booked into the Washington County Jail on drug-related charges.

Two residents of Cottondale were arrested July 19, and subsequently booked into the Washington County Jail on drug-related charges. At approximately 4:00 p.m., a deputy from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) conducted a traffic stop on a blue pickup truck traveling on State Road 77 nea...

07/19/2024

I mean if you want to be on the nice list…you may want to get a voter guide…

07/19/2024
Taura Brock named as 2025 Washington District Teacher of the Year.
07/19/2024

Taura Brock named as 2025 Washington District Teacher of the Year.

The Florida Department of Education’s Teacher of the Year program selects 74 teachers from around Florida to represent their districts at the roundtable and awards ceremony each year. This year, local educator Taura Brock was selected as the District Teacher of the Year from Holmes County for 2025...

Elizabeth Smith has been selected as Holmes District Teacher of the Year. Smith will represent the district at the 2025 ...
07/19/2024

Elizabeth Smith has been selected as Holmes District Teacher of the Year. Smith will represent the district at the 2025 roundtable and gala hosted this month.

Poplar Springs teacher Elizabeth Smith has been selected as District Teacher of the Year from Holmes County for 2025.  Smith is a third-grade teacher and Varsity cheer sponsor and has been an educator for 28 years. “I feel that it is an absolutely amazing honor and privilege to receive the state ...

07/18/2024

Now I’m at the Bonifay Political rally put on by the Bonifay Woman's Club. This is at the Bonifay K-8 and will be a great event!

07/18/2024

Hey everyone we are out here at Downtown Chipley Thursday Night Lights and they are prepped and ready for Christmas in July! We will see you there!

07/18/2024

Reporter Garett Valcourt brings you today’s 4 At 4 broadcast, recapping the latest news in the area.

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07/18/2024

Washington County Chamber Meet the Candidates

A Caryville resident, Corey Shae Wilson, aged 28, has been arrested on multiple charges, including resisting an officer ...
07/18/2024

A Caryville resident, Corey Shae Wilson, aged 28, has been arrested on multiple charges, including resisting an officer and drug-related offenses.

A Caryville resident, Corey Shae Wilson, aged 28, has been arrested on multiple charges, including resisting an officer and drug-related offenses. On the evening of July 15th, a deputy from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office was patrolling the area of State Road 90 and Wilcox Road in Caryville...

A Chipley woman faces drug related charges after deputies responded to a disturbance call at a Chipley residence.
07/18/2024

A Chipley woman faces drug related charges after deputies responded to a disturbance call at a Chipley residence.

On July 16 2024, a woman from Chipley, Florida, is facing drug-related charges following a disturbance at her residence. Earlier this morning, deputies from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) responded to a call regarding a disturbance at a home on Carr Road. Upon arrival, deputies made...

A routine traffic stop by a deputy from the Holmes County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) on Highway 2 led to significant drug-r...
07/18/2024

A routine traffic stop by a deputy from the Holmes County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) on Highway 2 led to significant drug-related arrests.

On July 12, 2024, a routine traffic stop by a deputy from the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) on Highway 2 led to significant drug-related arrests. The deputy stopped a blue Dodge pickup for traffic violations and identified the driver as Brandon Quick, who was found to be operating the vehi...

Washington County residents attempted burglary thwarted by attentive Holmes County Sheriff's deputy.
07/18/2024

Washington County residents attempted burglary thwarted by attentive Holmes County Sheriff's deputy.

Harris County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies arrested two individuals from Washington County on charges of burglary. The arrests occurred during routine patrols on Highway 173 South when deputies noticed a white SUV exiting an abandoned house and property. Upon spotting the deputies, the SUV acc...

Construction on Beef ‘O’ Brady’s in Chipley is ongoing, but the restaurant will open before the end of the year accordin...
07/17/2024

Construction on Beef ‘O’ Brady’s in Chipley is ongoing, but the restaurant will open before the end of the year according to owner Scott O’Brien.

The O’Brein family, owners of the Beef ‘O’ Brady’s restaurant in Marianna, say they hope their newest location in Chipley will be open sometime in September. Owner Scott O’Brien announced his intention last year to open the restaurant in Chipley. Construction began at 1403 Main Street earl...

Student Oscar Foxworth has represented Chipley at both national and international shooting sports stages.
07/17/2024

Student Oscar Foxworth has represented Chipley at both national and international shooting sports stages.

Student Oscar Foxworth has represented Chipley at both national and international shooting sports stages, but he is now preparing for what is arguably his highest honor so far: the National Rifle Junior Olympic Championships. Foxworth recently qualified to compete in the event – and for a shot at ...

Four-year-old Huxley Nellums’ version of the “mullet” hairstyle has made him a contender in an online contest.Vote at ht...
07/17/2024

Four-year-old Huxley Nellums’ version of the “mullet” hairstyle has made him a contender in an online contest.

Vote at https://www.mulletchamp.com/mullets/huxley-nellums-the-shockwave/

Four-year-old Huxley Nellums is used to getting attention for his “mullet” hairstyle. Made popular in the 1970s and 80s, the “business in the front; party in the back” style has recently made somewhat of a comeback. Nellums’ version of the mullet has now also made him a contender for the t...

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