County Commission keeps current bus stop distance limit for sex offenders
COLLIN BREAUXcbreaux@kentsmith.biz In Holmes County, convicted sex offenders are currently required to live at least 2,500 feet away from a school…
Read MoreHolmes County Chamber kicks off Small Business Season
Special to Holmes County Advertiser The Holmes County Chamber of Commerce has announced a new campaign this year to support…
Read MoreSheriff’s Office holds turkey giveaway
The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office held a turkey giveaway in the community on Monday, Nov. 20. Photos by Blakely Hitzelberger.
Read MoreSheriff’s Office celebrates new headquarters with open house, ribbon cutting
cbreaux@kentsmith.biz Officials and people within the Holmes County and Florida Panhandle community were at the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office headquarters…
Read MoreHolmes County defeats Chipley, advancing to Region Final
WMBB The Holmes County football team earned a 26-7 home victory over cross-county rivalry Chipley Friday, Nov. 18, advancing to…
Read MoreLocal internet provider looks to expand broadband in Holmes County
cbreaux@kentsmith.biz Due to the rural nature of Holmes County, residents in the area may not always have the quickest internet…
Read MorePonce de Leon Family Dollar/Dollar Tree hosts ribbon cutting, creates new jobs
Staff ReportHolmes County’s new combo Family Dollar and Dollar Tree store celebrated official ribbon cutting ceremonies Saturday, Nov. 4. The grand…
Read MoreThe History of Red Hill UMC
Courtesy of Red Hill UMC In the 1800’s, earlier generations gathered each Sunday for worship services in a rustic, log…
Read MoreHolmes County approves cost increase for indigent burials, cremations
cbreaux@kentsmith.biz Due to an increase in cremation costs for funeral homes in Holmes County, the cost for the county to…
Read MoreHolmes County High students learn about alligators
Recently, students from Holmes County High had the opportunity to participate in 4-H school programming that centered around the Alligator…
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