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Holmes County Public Library offers free access to online learning platform

The Holmes County Public Library recently announced that library cardholders now have free access to Universal Class, an online learning platform featuring more than 600 courses across a wide range…

Holmes County students recognized through service challenge

By AMBER PATINO

Twenty-two students from Holmes County High School, Bethlehem High School, and Ponce de Leon High School recently received $500 awards through the Florida Lottery Student Service Challenge. The Holmes County…

Poplar Springs cross country advances to regional meet

By AMBER PATINO

The Poplar Springs High School cross country team recently saw several runners qualify for regional competition in Gainesville following a district meet in Pensacola. The Lady Atomics qualified after placing…

Crime

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Man arrested in burglary, stolen firearms investigation

By Staff Report

A suspect is facing multiple charges following a burglary and stolen firearms investigation by the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies responded Wednesday, October 14 to…

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Holmes County deputies assist in federal arson arrest

By Staff Report

Deputies with the Holmes County Sheriff’s Office assisted members of the U.S. Marshals Caribbean Task Force in the arrest of a man wanted on a federal arson warrant Friday, October…

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Holmes County woman arrested following alleged shooting incident

By Staff Report

On Tuesday, October 13, Holmes County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies responded to RM Ward Road in reference to a report of a possible shooting, leading to the arrest of a…

State News

Walton, Holmes public safety leaders discuss Amendment 3 concerns

Posted on 2026-09-24

Public safety officials from Walton and Holmes counties gathered Wednesday, September 23 to discuss concerns about Amendment 3, a proposed constitutional amendment that would make…

Holmes County voters choose, Bowers, Tate, and Wilson

Posted on 2026-08-20

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

Posted on 2026-07-07

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…

Community & Faith

Jackson County Chamber of Commerce Rallies Businesses Behind JB’s 100-Turkey Thanksgiving Gift as 61% of County Households Struggle to Cover the Basics

Posted on 2026-11-06

Drive-thru giveaway set for Saturday, Nov. 21, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at Jackson County 1st Credit Union. Jackson County 1st Credit Union, Spanish Trail…

Westville donates $10,000 to Holmes County Fire Rescue

Posted on 2026-11-05

Holmes County Fire Rescue recently received a $10,000 donation from the Westville Volunteer Fire Department to support fire protection and emergency services throughout the county…

Holmes County’s oldest voter casts ballot at age 100

Posted on 2026-10-31

At 100 years old, Francis Gardner of Bonifay continues to make her voice heard at the ballot box. Gardner, Holmes County’s oldest voter, cast her…

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