Holmes County School District earns ‘B’ grade for first time since 2011
Staff ReportThe Florida Department of Education has released district grades for the 2024–2025 academic year, and Holmes County officially earned a…
Read MoreFormer Holmes County Commissioner Jim King honored for service to community
GARETT VALCOURTDuring a meeting of the Holmes County Board of County Commissioners, a special tribute was paid to former District 1…
Read MoreHolmes County Public Library receives new roof thanks to community collaboration
The Holmes County Public Library is preparing to receive a much-needed new roof, thanks to a collaborative effort between local…
Read MorePDLHS’s Donna Hicks honored with statewide FCCLA Spirit of Advisor Award
Ponce de Leon High School’s Donna Hicks has been named the recipient of the prestigious FCCLA Spirit of Advising Award…
Read MoreTraffic 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
In 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
A 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…
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