Staff Report
GARETT VALCOURT
AMBER PATINO
Holmes County woman arrested following alleged shooting incident
On Tuesday, October 13, Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies responded to RM Ward Road in reference to a report of a possible shooting, leading to the arrest of a…
Local News
Holmes County Jail passes unannounced security, medical audit with zero findings
The Holmes County Jail successfully completed an unannounced security and medical audit Friday, October 9, with no deficiencies identified, according to an announcement from the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office. The…
Garbage franchise concerns spark debate over waste collection in Holmes County
Concerns over the future of garbage collection in Holmes County were at the center of the Holmes County Board of County Commissioners’ regular meeting Tuesday, October 6, as local sanitation…
Crime
Traffic stop on Highway 90 results in drug, firearm charges
A traffic stop conducted by the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office on Monday, September 21 led to the arrest of a man after deputies allegedly discovered methamphetamine and a firearm during…
Community tips lead to arrest in Highway 79 burglary, theft
Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies responded to a residence on Highway 79 on Monday, September 14, following a report of a burglary and theft, leading to the arrest one individual. According…
Arrest made in April shooting death of Holmes County child
The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) has announced the arrest of Jimmy Myers on a charge of aggravated manslaughter in connection with the April 2026 shooting death of a six‑year‑old child. …
State News
Walton, Holmes public safety leaders discuss Amendment 3 concerns
Public safety officials from Walton and Holmes counties gathered Wednesday, September 23 to discuss concerns about Amendment 3, a proposed constitutional amendment that would make…
Holmes County voters choose, Bowers, Tate, and Wilson
Holmes County voters decided several local races Tuesday night, as just over one‑third of registered voters participated in the 2026 Primary Election. Unofficial preliminary results from the…
Desantis veto blocks raises for correctional officers
Correctional officers at Holmes Correctional Institution and Northwest Florida Reception Center will not receive a proposed pay increase after Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed legislation that…
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Community & Faith
Holmes County commissioners select four engineering firms for continuing services
The Holmes County Board of County Commissioners voted to select four engineering firms to provide continuing professional engineering services for the county during a special…
State funding provides Holmes County with new storm cleanup equipment
Equipment needs identified during the May 2025 tornadoes have resulted in a $175,000 state appropriation that is now helping Holmes County respond to the aftermath…
Local SNAP recipients can seek benefits for hurricane-related food loss
Residents in Holmes and Washington counties who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and lost food due to Hurricane Isaias may be eligible for…
