Traffic stop leads to pursuit and arrest.
Brandon ToothOn July 10, 2025, a Holmes County Sheriff’s Office deputy attempted to stop a black Yukon on Bonifay Gritney Road…
Read MoreHCSO announces arrest of Matthew Alford
The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office announces that Matthew Alford has been arrested in Walton County on various charges, including active…
Read MoreAppropriations mean $3.9M for Washington County, $2.5M for Holmes County
CAROL KENT SMITHGovernor Ron DeSantis signed and approved the 2025-26 state budget last week, earmarking $95 million for projects across Northwest Florida,…
Read MorePDL Middle School cell phones locked up, dress code locked in for new school year
GARETT VALCOURTIn response to recent legislation signed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, Ponce de Leon High School is implementing new protocols…
Read MoreHCSO arrests armed suspect in attempted arson incident
Staff ReportA man is in custody after a tense incident on June 26 in which he allegedly attempted to set fire…
Read MoreHolmes County honors first responders for tornado relief efforts
Holmes County Sheriff John Tate and the Holmes County Board of County Commissioners recently recognized the outstanding efforts of local…
Read MoreHolmes County receives $1 Million for jail expansion planning
Holmes County has been awarded $1 million in state funding to begin the planning and engineering phase of a proposed…
Read MoreHolmes County Sheriff’s Office seeks public’s help in locating burglary suspect
The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Matthew Alford of DeFuniak Springs, who is wanted…
Read MorePublic input continues on Lake Cassidy purchase and access plans
The Holmes County Board of County Commissioners (HCBOCC) continues to face public scrutiny and discussion following its February purchase of…
Read MoreStorms cause widespread power outages in Holmes and Washington counties
Severe weather that moved through the Panhandle on Wednesday left thousands without power, but crews with West Florida Electric Cooperative…
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