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Washington County DA, sheriff push for more funding as board forwards levy hike

Washington County, Oregon · Washington County

Washington County DA, sheriff push for more funding as board forwards levy hike

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The county's sheriff and district attorney argue they've been forced to absorb too many cuts and need to be better funded to preserve service levels.See the Story

Commerce Police Host Active Shooter Training at Middle School

Commerce Police Host Active Shooter Training at Middle School

The Commerce Police Department led an active shooter training this week at Commerce Middle School, bringing together multiple agencies from across the region for a joint preparedness exercise. Officers move in formation during an active shooter scenario. The training brought together agencies from Jackson County, Gainesville, and beyond to strengthen cross-agency coordination. (Photo: Commerce Police Department/Facebook) Officers from Commerce P…See the Story

BOCC moves forward with WCSO EOC take over

Washington County, Florida · Washington County

BOCC moves forward with WCSO EOC take over

HANNAH COLLINS | The News Sheriff Kevin Crews of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) took another step up to the podium yesterday at the Board of County Commissioners meeting to discuss absorbing Emergency Management in Washington County. June 12, at the board workshop, Crews presented his plans for assuming control of Emergency Management (EM) from Washington County. Clay Milton, County Attorney, stepped up along with Crews to extrapo…Read Article

Caryville holds annual Worm Fiddlin' Festival

HANNAH COLLINS | The News The Caryville Worm Fiddlin Festival returned on June 14 with a full day of fun, food, and unique tradition. Worm fiddling, also known as worm grunting or worm charming, is a technique that uses vibrations to coax earthworms out of the ground by mimicking the sound of a mole, one of their natural predators. The goal is to collect worms for bait. Residents enjoyed a day filled with arts and craft vendors, live entertainme…Caryville · Caryville Read Article

WCPL kids go wild for animal education

HANNAH COLLINS | The News The Washington County Public Library welcomed back the Animal Tales program “Art of the Wild” on Monday, June 16, for a live animal demonstration. Known for its engaging and educational presentations, Animal Tales brought an array of small creatures from around the globe — including bats, spiders, snakes, and frogs. Each show was a unique experience, as the presenter introduced a rotating lineup of animals and shared fa…Washington County, Maryland · Washington County Read Article

Missing diver found deceased

Multiple agencies assisted in the search for a missing diver on the Choctawhatchee River near Cowford Landing June 11, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) Authorities are now investigating an accidental drowning as a result of the search. After the WCSO spoke with the First Judicial Circuit Medical Examiner’s Office, the preliminary findings on the death have been deemed an accidental drowning. As reported by the WCSO, the…Fort Meade, Florida · Fort Meade Read Article

Golden Gardeners brighten Council on Aging

A collaborative effort between the Washington County Council on Aging and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) has resulted in a new raised-bed garden space for local seniors. The idea was first discussed in January and quickly gained support from community partners and has been completed as of June 4. Surplus & Salvage provided materials, Maphis Nursery donated soil and compost, and WCSO work crews constructed and filled the beds. Addi…Washington County, Oregon · Washington County Read Article

Crews proposes take over of emergency management

Editors note: this story has been edited to clarify Sheriff Crews proposed to absorb Emergency Management, not EMS. Sheriff Kevin Crews formally presented a proposal to the Washington County Board of County Commissioners at their June 12 workshop, seeking to place the Emergency Management Department under the leadership of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO). The proposal, submitted both in writing and discussed in person, aims to cons…Washington County, Florida · Washington County Read Article

Germantown 2nd-Shift Dispatch Transitions to Sheriff’s Office on Monday

GERMANTOWN — The Germantown second-shift dispatch services will transition to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office beginning at 2 p.m. on Monday. The transition is phase two of the consolidation of dispatch services between Germantown and the county, which began with…Florida, United States · Florida See the Story

Bonifay man airlifted after fleeing crash in Washington County

A 24-year-old Bonifay man sustained critical injuries during the early morning hours of June 12, following a single-vehicle crash that occurred while fleeing from Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies, according to a release from the Florida Highway Patrol. The incident unfolded as the suspect vehicle traveled westbound on Coralvine Drive. While attempting to evade law enforcement, the driver veered onto the south embankment and then sharp…Bonifay · Bonifay Read Article

Search for missing diver underway near Cowford Landing

Multiple agencies are assisting in the search for a missing diver on the Choctawhatchee River near Cowford Landing, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. The Walton County Sheriff’s Office is actively supporting the operation, along with personnel from Walton County Fire Rescue and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Authorities are urging the public to avoid the area while search efforts continue. Further…Florida, United States · Florida Read Article

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