Esto town council meeting yields major resignations and controversy
GARETT VALCOURTThe Esto Town Council held its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 18, addressing several important issues, including the controversial…
Read MoreTudy Mears retires after nearly 30 years with Holmes County Tax Collector
CAROL KENTCAROL KENT | ckent@kentsmith.biz Tudy Mears took one last look at her desk in the Holmes County Tax Collector’s office…
Read MoreBonifay City Council meeting sees resident’s removal amid contentious debate
The Bonifay City Council convened for their regular meeting on Monday, July 1, at 9 AM. As per Florida Statute…
Read More13-year-old Alabama resident dies in ATV accident in Holmes County
HOLMES COUNTY, Fla. – A 13-year-old from Alabama was pronounced dead following an ATV crash on Tuesday evening in Holmes…
Read MoreJohn Hawkins arrested on multiple charges in Bonifay arson
Staff ReportThe Bureau of Fire, Arson & Explosives, along with Holmes County Sheriff’s Office, has made a second arrest in connection…
Read MoreUndercover operation nets two for meth trafficking
On July 1, 2024, a meticulously planned undercover operation targeting methamphetamine trafficking culminated in significant arrests, thanks to the collaborative…
Read MoreSuspicious vehicle leads to drug arrest in Ponce de Leon
On June 28, 2024, deputies from the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle…
Read MoreKent Smith Media welcomes reporter Natalie Holton
Holmes County native Natalie Holton has joined the Kent Smith Media staff to help bring local news home to residents…
Read MoreBonifay man guilty as charged for 10 counts of possession of child pornography
A Bonifay man found guilty as charged of 10 counts of Possession of Child Pornography Tuesday is set for sentencing…
Read MoreHolmes County officials concerns raised over zoning violations
County building and zoning officials are concerned about what they say is unauthorized development in Holmes County. Holmes County Building…
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