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    JV ‘Dogs beat Wakulla County 14-8 in Medart

    Sophomore Cha’Kobie “Bobo” Gent scored on a long touchdown run and a “pick six” interception to power the Taylor County JV Bulldogs’ football team to a 14-8 win…

    Lady ‘Dogs crush Jefferson 3-0, fall to Suwannee County

    After crushing Jefferson County last Tuesday in a 3-0 sweep, the Taylor County Lady Bulldogs’ volleyball team was edged 3-2 by Suwannee County in a “Battle of the…

    LA Sharks finish first in tourney

    The Lower Aucilla Sharks 12U put together an impressive weekend of baseball, earning three victories and finishing with a championship win over Columbia Clutch 12U.…

    TCMS ‘Dogs manhandle Marianna 40-6

    By MADDOX WILES The Taylor County Middle School (TCMS) Bulldogs “A” team added another win to their undefeated season, manhandling the Marianna Bullpups 40-6 on the road Tuesday…

    News

    Pipeline expansion to benefit Taylor

    Pipeline expansion to benefit Taylor

    Florida Gas Transmission (FGT), the Houston, Texas-based company that operates a local compressor station here,…

    Six weeks after murder, still no update on case

    It has been six weeks since the murder of 26-year-old Leneir Britt of Perry, and…

    Internal investigation clears Hart of trespass allegation

    An internal investigation by the city’s attorney has cleared Perry City Manager John Hart of…

    Deadline to register for general election is Oct. 5

    Taylor County residents who wish to cast a ballot in November’s general election and have…

    Bass Fishing Club is forming at Taylor County High School

    Taylor County students will have the opportunity to explore a local passion – bass fishing…

    New book tells hurricane stories by the children who lived through them

    New book tells hurricane stories by the children who lived through them

    By ANTHONY L. WHITE How do children view change? What about sudden change caused by…

    City council eyes new park, splash pad rules

    In response to frequent complaints about people bathing in the downtown splash pad and sleeping…

    Community

    Registration now open for Let’s Walk Florida

    Are you ready to move more, feel better and have some fun along the way? UF/IFAS Extension Taylor County invites the entire community to lace up their walking…

    Adoption drive, free vaccines Sept. 19

    The Free Pet Vaccine Clinic planned this Saturday, Sept. 19, at Forest Capital Hall will not include discounted rabies vaccinations. However, volunteers with Taylor County Animal Advocates will…

    Health & Wellness Expo at DMH on Sept. 18

    More than 70 health and wellness vendors from across the region are coming to Perry for the Doctors’ Memorial Hospital Health & Wellness Expo, today (Friday) from 10…

    Reef workshop Sept. 18

    UF/IFAS Extension Taylor County, Florida Sea Grant and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) invite residents to the Big Bend (Nature Coast/Big Bend) Artificial Reef Workshop…

    Free program aims to help residents navigate chronic health conditions

    Living with a chronic health condition can bring daily challenges, but having the right tools, information and support can make a difference. UF/IFAS Extension Taylor County invites adults…

    Entertainment

    Netflix’s ‘War Machine’ is essentially a remake of the original ‘Predator’

    Netflix’s ‘War Machine’ is essentially a remake of the original ‘Predator’

    By MARK VIOLA Sometimes while watching a movie, I get the feeling that it seems familiar, like I’ve seen another film…

    ‘Sips and Sunsets’ unveils entertainment schedule

    Steinhatchee will host the second annual “Sips and Sunsets” Wine and Craft Beer Festival this weekend with a special VIP celebration…

    ‘Munich: The Edge of War’ has frightening parallels to present day

    ‘Munich: The Edge of War’ has frightening parallels to present day

    By MARK VIOLA It’s not exactly rare to sit down and watch a movie set in the past only to discover…

    Latest stay at ‘Hotel Transylvania’ loses much of the original charm

    Latest stay at ‘Hotel Transylvania’ loses much of the original charm

    By MARK VIOLA I doubt “Hotel Transylvania” immediately comes to mind when people are asked to name their favorite animated franchises,…