About
Vernon, Florida
Vernon is in Washington
County, Florida. The population was 743 at the
2000 census; according to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2004
estimates, the city had a population of 757. The
geographical center of Washington County, Florida,
Vernon is named for George Washington's Virginia home,
Mt. Vernon. The quaint, pioneer town was also the site
of a major Indian settlement. Vernon held the county
seat until 1927 when the seat was moved to Chipley. The
move was approved by a margin of one vote.
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Vernon Fire & Rescue is recruiting volunteer
firemen. For additional information, please contact
Fire Chief, Matt Gothard (850-258-8574) or City Hall
at 850-535-2444.
New officers for the
Vernon Fire and Rescue are:
Matt Gothard - Fire
Chief
Tim Barnes - Assistant
Chief
Brad Register - 1st
Lieutenant
Jason Rhoton - 2nd
Lieutenant
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