Recent Comments

    Archives

    Sports

    ‘Dogs close regular season with 27-7 win

    The Taylor County Bulldogs ended the regular season on a high note, using a stingy defensive effort and a strong rushing attack to cruise to a 27-7 victory…

    Bulldogs are in playoffs, but brackets not yet final

    The Taylor County Bulldogs have secured a spot in the Class 1A playoffs, but must wait until Thursday to know who and where they will play.…

    Towles closes TCHS golf career; Crowley improves at regionals

    Taylor County High School (TCHS) senior Wyatt Towles closed out his high school golf career at the FHSAA District 3-1A tournament Oct. 27, while junior Kylie Crowley carried…

    ‘Dogs close regular season at Chiefland

    The Taylor County Bulldogs (3-5 overall, 0-2 in district) will close out the regular season at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, when they travel to Chiefland to face…

    News

    Ballots will be counted, but half-cent tax cannot take effect until court rules

    Voting on the school district’s proposed half-cent sales tax ended Tuesday, Nov. 3, but regardless…

    Bite victim’s dog distracted rabid fox during the attack

    Bite victim’s dog distracted rabid fox during the attack

    Heather Davis was just hours away from possibly having her left foot amputated after a…

    County fires building official for conflict-of-interest violation

    Taylor County has fired Building Official Terrance “Terry” McKeever for violating the county’s conflict-of-interest policy,…

    Ponchos owner sues county and former building official

    The owner of the Ponchos Cantina food-truck venue at Keaton Beach is suing Taylor County…

    200+ Florida State Guard heading to Taylor for training

    200+ Florida State Guard heading to Taylor for training

    Taylor County residents may notice an increased military presence around the community this week, as…

    3 suspects arrested for October home burglary

    Three suspects have been arrested in connection with a home burglary that happened in early…

    Stolen gun found during traffic stop

    A Perry man is being held on a $200,000 bond after a stolen handgun was…

    Community

    Coat giveaway, gingerbread house decorating party is planned Dec. 5

    Save the date: A coat giveaway and gingerbread house decorating party will be held Saturday, Dec. 5, at Loughridge Park, beginning at 10 a.m. For more information, please…

    Community yard sale now accepting vendors

    Steinhatchee Stingrays Recreation Association (SSRA) will hold a Community Yard Sale Saturday, Nov. 14, from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the playground fund. Pre-registration is…

    Donations are sought for community holiday meal

    Taylor Senior Citizens Center, along with VFW Post 9225 and VFW Post 9225 Auxiliary, will host a Thanksgiving meal for local senior citizens and veterans on Saturday, Nov.…

    Tour of Homes this Nov. 8, get your tickets today

    “New Roofs, New Homes, New Beginnings” is the theme for the Perry Women’s Club (PWC) 2026 Tour of Homes, which will feature a Tablescape Showcase & Competition. Four…

    Chamber hosts ‘Dueling Pianos’ fundraiser Nov. 14

    The Perry-Taylor County Chamber of Commerce will host a benefit fundraiser, “Dueling Pianos,” on Saturday, Nov. 14, at The Swann Venue, beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are $50…

    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,…