Press Release - Temporary Closure 02/02/2026
Thursday - January 29th, 2026
Story by: BOCC StaffFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 29, 2026
Washington County Announces Temporary Office Closure to Honor County Administrator Allen J. Massey
WASHINGTON COUNTY, FL – Today, the Washington County Board of County Commissioners announces that all County offices will be closed on Monday, February 2, 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. CST.
This closure is to allow County employees the opportunity to attend the visitation and service for Washington County Administrator Allen “Jeff” Massey, who passed from this life on January 27, 2026.
Services will be held at Shiloh Baptist Church in Chipley, Florida, on Monday, February 2, 2026, as follows:
• Visitation: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
• Service: 11:00 a.m.
The Board of County Commissioners and staff appreciate the community’s patience and understanding as we honor Mr. Massey’s dedicated service to Washington County.
All offices will resume regular business hours at 1:30 p.m. CST on Monday, February 2.

Allen J. Massey
January 28, 1958- January 27, 2026
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