A century of service: Ocran “Rand” Humphreys celebrates 100 Years
GARETT VALCOURTThere are some lives that are measured by the years they are given. Then there are lives measured by the…
Read MoreHolmes School District drops to overall ‘C’ grade; PDLHS earns ‘A’
Holmes District Schools received a “C” district grade from the Florida Department of Education for the 2025-26 school year, a…
Read MoreFlorida rewrites the rules for AI data centers as rural communities weigh growth against local concerns
As artificial intelligence continues driving unprecedented demand for large-scale data centers across the United States, Florida lawmakers have dramatically reshaped…
Read MoreHolmes County Sheriff’s Office announces funding for jail expansion and emergency equipment
The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office announced that Holmes County is slated to receive $1.25 million in the 2026-27 Florida state…
Read MorePanhandle Patriotic Celebration draws families together for night of faith, fellowship and fireworks
The Panhandle Patriotic Celebration returned to Bonifay on Sunday, June 28, uniting the community for a family-friendly evening of faith,…
Read MoreCommissioners proclaim May as Building Safety Month in Holmes County
Holmes County Commissioners joined Holmes County Building Inspector Keith Bennett during the May 19, 2026, Holmes County Board of County…
Read MoreEsto Council appoints Bien, discusses annexation and hears conflict concerns
Members of the Esto Town Council addressed several matters during their Monday, May 18 meeting, including filling a vacant council…
Read MoreFire funding fight ignites at Noma Town Council
Tensions surrounding the future of the Noma Fire Department and interdepartmental cooperation were brought to the forefront during the May…
Read MoreHolmes District to maintain School start times; Superintendent clarifies survey purpose
Holmes District Schools will maintain their current school start times for the 2026–27 academic year, according to a clarification issued…
Read MoreUnited Way presents ‘Stuff the Bus’ proceeds to Holmes District School Board
At the April 28 Holmes District School Board meeting, United Way representative Gina Littleton presents $775 in proceeds from the…
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