Holmes County man arrested on sexual battery, human trafficking charges
Staff ReportDustin Collins was arrested by the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) on charges of sexual battery on a child and…
Read MoreTraffic stop leads to methamphetamine and firearm arrests
A routine traffic stop in Holmes County led to the arrest of two individuals after deputies discovered methamphetamine and a…
Read MoreHolmes County moves to restrict data‑center development, approves Safe Haven Baby Box contract
Skyla CarterHolmes County commissioners approved a temporary moratorium on Tuesday, June 16 that pauses county approvals for large‑scale data centers and large‑load…
Read MoreJunior Deputy Camp gives Holmes County youth hands‑on look at public safety
AMBER PATINOThe Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) recently hosted its annual Junior Deputy Camp, giving local youth a hands‑on look at…
Read MoreHolmes County Fire Rescue launches free smoke detector program for residents
Ali MorelandHolmes County residents in need of a smoke detector now have an opportunity to receive one at no cost through…
Read MoreTwo arrested after HCSO seizes more than a pound of methamphetamine
Two women were arrested June 12 following a Holmes County Sheriff’s Office investigation that led to the seizure of more…
Read MoreOne dead after apparent drowning at Vortex Springs
A 23-year-old Gulf Breeze resident died following an apparent drowning incident at Vortex Springs in Ponce de Leon on Wednesday,…
Read MoreHCSO traffic stop results in methamphetamine trafficking arrest
Cody Williams was arrested on a methamphetamine trafficking charge following a traffic stop conducted by deputies with the Holmes County…
Read MoreHolmes County deputy honored at retirement ceremony
On Monday, June 1, Holmes County Sheriff John Tate and staff joined Bethlehem High School in honoring Deputy Calvin Sherrouse during a retirement celebration recognizing his years of…
Read MoreDomestic violence arrest results in drug charges
William Kramer was arrested June 7, after deputies investigating a reported domestic violence incident at the Pilot Travel Center in…
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