Newsworthy Gulf and Franklin County News Portal

04/30/2022

04/30/2022

LYNN HAVEN, Fla. (WMBB) — A new court filing from two defendants in the Lynn Haven corruption case accuses investigators and prosecutors of repeatedly breaking the law. In what may be their last ch…

04/14/2022

GULF COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) — The Gulf County Sheriff’s Office distributed 227 Easter baskets to kids as a part of their annual Easter drive on Tuesday. The Easter baskets were given to children…

04/14/2022

04/12/2022

04/12/2022

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE: DOC WHITFIELD ONE MILE FROM SR 71

A traffic accident involving a log truck approximately one mile off State Road 71 on the Doc Whitfield Road has forced a temporary road closure as the tow company removes the vehicle from the shoulder of the road. Logs will also have to be removed from the scene.
The road will be re-opened as soon as possible.

04/12/2022

The Illumination series returns at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Holley Academic Center with award-winning author Dale Cox. His presentation, "The Fort at Prospect Bluff," re-examines the history of the British outpost on the Apalachicola River during the War of 1812. The National Landmark offered protection to hundreds of Black and Native American refugees and recently was added to the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom. Full Story: https://pc.fsu.edu/illumination/article/dale-cox
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04/12/2022

04/12/2022

HAPPY NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATIONS WEEK
aka DISPATCHER WEEK!☎️

Our dispatchers are the superheroes of our county! They handle heavy amounts of stress throughout their 12-hour shift, and then come back the next day to do it again. We are very thankful to have the best of the best here in Franklin County!🙌🏽

Thank you all for your dedication to the job & showing up everyday to save lives!🤍

04/12/2022

We need your help!🐱

If you have seen this cat please call the number on the flyer. Last seen on Bald Point several days ago. Anyone that lives in the area please keep an eye out!

04/11/2022

TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO MULTIPLE CHARGES

PONCE DE LEON – On April 8, an HCSO deputy conducted a traffic stop on a Dodge Ram being driven by Kenneth Star of Ellijay, Georgia, for a traffic infraction.

While the deputy was talking with Star, K9 Lasso conducted a free air sniff of the vehicle and alerted to the presence of narcotics. Mr. Star informed the deputy that there was ma*****na in the vehicle that belonged to a juvenile passenger in his care. Mr. Star admitted allowing the juvenile to possess and use ma*****na.

A probable cause search of the vehicle was conducted, which revealed a clear bag containing a small amount of ma*****na and a pipe in the back seat. Additionally, 1.7 grams of co***ne, 1.5 grams of methamphetamine, and a loaded handgun were discovered in the vehicle.

Star was placed under arrest and faces charges of possession of co***ne, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and child neglect.

04/11/2022

Join us in wearing purple on April 14th to honor our military children. it would be amazing for our military kids to literally see a sea of purple this week and to realize how much our community loves, and supports, them. Alignment Bay County, Naval Support Activity Panama City, Tyndall Air Force Base, Bay County Chamber of Commerce, Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce

04/11/2022

04/11/2022

Happy Sunday!
Here are a few of the Sheriff's favorite things, the American flag 🇺🇸, blue sky, a blooming orchid, & Chevy trucks 🛻 ! Share some of your favorites in the comments.

04/11/2022

A Home Depot in San Jose caught on fire Saturday evening while around 30 workers and shoppers were inside. Crews are still stabilizing the scene to ensure th...

04/11/2022

Update: Shamus is home! Thank you everyone for your help.

🚨Lost Dog🚨
Have you seen Shamus? He was lost today in Apalachicola around 6th Street and Avenue M. Help reunite Shamus with his owner, if you see him please call us at 850.670.8500!

04/10/2022

Tevis Page, of Apalachicola, graduated from Troy University during the Fall Semester/Term 2 of the 2021-22 academic year. Page graduated with the master of science in strategic communication …

04/10/2022

The Gulf District Schools School Board finalized the calendar for the 2022-23 academic year at their April 4 meeting. The first day of school will be August 10, and the last day of school will be …

04/10/2022

Just as they had done at the March 29 district tournament, the Wewahitchka boys weightlifting team finished first in both the Sn**ch and the Traditional events at the Class 1A Region 1 tournament …

04/09/2022

After a week layoff, ther Wewahitchka Lady Gators Friday night cemented their status as the top team in Class 1A District 4 softball, shutting out Franklin County 11-0 on a three-hitter …

04/09/2022

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) — Jon Borel began writing poetry after he was arrested nine months ago for burglary and resisting arrest. “Living in constant denial believing I had all the answe…

04/09/2022

GULF AND FRANKLIN COUNTIES, Fla. (WMBB) — When Governor Ron DeSantis is in town he’s bringing big news, big checks or sometimes just touching base. “Today is you know kind of Chri…

04/07/2022

*UPDATED-Still Looking For Travis Garcia*

Amy Hicks, 44, Travis Garcia, 50, Tayler Hires, are all wanted for Violation of Probation.

If you have any information on their whereabouts, please call dispatch at 850.670.8500🚔

04/06/2022

04/06/2022

It can be easy to underestimate the amount of energy it takes to swim against the Gulf of Mexico’s currents and waves. There are no lifeguards or rescue swimmers in Gulf County waters, …

04/06/2022

In two highly celebrated competitions, county students showed their mastery of the art of words, both how they are formed and how they are used. Last month it was the spelling bee and last week, …

04/06/2022

Fishing isn’t the only thing Carrabelle offers, and we have a list of things to do in Carrabelle that will satisfy land lovers from all over.

04/05/2022

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) — The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office addressed a parking issue they have been facing for the last few years at Tuesday’s commission meeting. Sheriff A.J. …

04/05/2022

The Franklin County sheriff’s office will soon be getting eight to 10 automated license plate readers, scattered throughout the county, to better identify criminal activity. Following a …

04/05/2022