Staff Report
AMBER PATINO
GARETT VALCOURT
Skyla Carter
Traffic stop on Highway 90 results in drug, firearm charges
A traffic stop conducted by the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office on Monday, September 21 led to the arrest of a man after deputies allegedly discovered methamphetamine and a firearm during…
Local News
Northwest Florida Championship Rodeo returns to Bonifay Oct. 1-3
One of Holmes County’s most anticipated annual traditions will return next month as the 82nd Annual Northwest Florida Championship Rodeo takes place October 1-3 at Memorial Field in Bonifay. Established…
Two rural services cut as Holmes County looks to rein in costs
The Holmes County Board of County Commissioners unanimously voted to abolish two longstanding county services during a meeting September 15, eliminating the county’s dirt distribution policy and its animal burial…
Crime
Community tips lead to arrest in Highway 79 burglary, theft
Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies responded to a residence on Highway 79 on Monday, September 14, following a report of a burglary and theft, leading to the arrest one individual. According…
Arrest made in April shooting death of Holmes County child
The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) has announced the arrest of Jimmy Myers on a charge of aggravated manslaughter in connection with the April 2026 shooting death of a six‑year‑old child. …
Traffic stop leads to recovery of stolen firearm
A Holmes County Sheriff’s Office deputy recovered a stolen firearm during a traffic stop on Highway 79 on Saturday, August 22. According to the sheriff’s office, the deputy stopped a vehicle that…
State News
Holmes County voters choose, Bowers, Tate, and Wilson
Holmes County voters decided several local races Tuesday night, as just over one‑third of registered voters participated in the 2026 Primary Election. Unofficial preliminary results from the…
Desantis veto blocks raises for correctional officers
Correctional officers at Holmes Correctional Institution and Northwest Florida Reception Center will not receive a proposed pay increase after Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed legislation that…
Florida rewrites the rules for AI data centers as rural communities weigh growth against local concerns
As artificial intelligence continues driving unprecedented demand for large-scale data centers across the United States, Florida lawmakers have dramatically reshaped how the state regulates the…
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Community & Faith
110 flights of remembrance: Local trio climbs to honor 9/11 heroes
Three members of the Holmes County community carried the names and spirit of their hometown with them Saturday as they climbed 110 flights of stairs…
HCHS honors 9/11 heroes during Friday night tribute
Holmes County High School held a 9/11 remembrance ceremony on Friday, September 11, ahead of the Blue Devils’ home game against the Graceville Tigers, taking time…
4th Annual Sickle Cell Walk & Blood Drive set for Sept. 26 in Bonifay
The community is invited to participate in the 4th Annual Sickle Cell Walk & Blood Drive on Saturday, September 26, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30…
