Bonifay, Holmes County investigators charge suspect in child sexual battery case
Staff ReportInvestigators with the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) and Bonifay Police Department (BPD) have arrested and charged George Cadenhead with sexual…
Read MoreHolmes County Fire Rescue launches under Chief Jeff McVay
Ali MorelandThe Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) has officially launched Holmes County Fire Rescue, establishing a new division focused on enhancing…
Read MoreJuveniles arrested following disturbance at Gateway Academy
According to the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded on Wednesday, June 3 to a report that seven juveniles had run…
Read MoreBeautification project underway at Holmes County state line areas
The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) and the Holmes County Board of County Commissioners have partnered on a beautification project…
Read MoreHCSO takes over fire departments in Holmes County
Skyla CarterDuring the Tuesday, May 19 meeting of the Holmes County Board of County Commissioners, board members unanimously approved a proposal…
Read MoreDeputies arrest woman following Highway 179 stabbing
On the evening of Friday, May 22, Holmes County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a residence on Highway 179 regarding a reported…
Read MoreChipley man receives 15 years for Holmes County overdose manslaughter case
Jastyn Patrick Green, a 31-year-old Chipley man, was sentenced Wednesday, May 6, to 15 years in prison for selling the…
Read MoreJury recommends death sentence in Calhoun resentencing trial
GARETT VALCOURTA Holmes County jury on Friday, April 17, 2026, recommended by a 9-3 vote that Johnny Mack “Skeeto” Calhoun be…
Read MoreHolmes County EMS marks one year under Sheriff’s Office
AMBER PATINOWednesday, April 1 marked the one-year anniversary of Holmes County EMS becoming part of the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office. The…
Read MoreLocal law enforcement agencies promote autism awareness and safety resources
April is Autism Awareness Month, and local law enforcement agencies in Washington and Holmes counties are highlighting ways they are…
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