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    Wakulla dominates 2nd half in win over ‘Dogs

    After a thrilling back-and-forth first half that saw Taylor County build a 19-15 lead, Wakulla County controlled the line of scrimmage, dominated possession and scored 10 unanswered points…

    JV ‘Dogs fall to Madison

    The Taylor County High School (TCHS) junior varsity Bulldogs football team lost to Madison County’s JV Cowboys 18-6 last Thursday night in Madison to fall to 1-1 on…

    24 baseball teams to play in tournament

    At least 24 baseball teams – with players ranging in age from 7-14 — from all around Florida and Georgia are scheduled to take part in the “Hattson…

    Bulldogs seek 3rd straight win over War Eagles

    Big Bend rivals Taylor County and Wakulla County will meet for the 30th time since 1991 when the Bulldogs and War Eagles face off at 7 p.m. Friday…

    News

    Perry man, 53, struck by vehicle and killed in early Saturday morning crash

    A 53-year-old Perry man was tragically struck by a car and killed on his wife’s…

    FDOT revokes licenses for Flock cameras on state highways

    Just a month after the Perry City Council voted to end a trial program with…

    Commission eying possible raises for county employees

    The Taylor County Commission will finalize its 2026-27 budget later this month, and the biggest…

    City council canceled Aug. 25 meeting due to lack of quorum

    The Perry City Council’s Aug. 25 meeting ended before it even started last Tuesday due…

    Construction of new Roy’s Restaurant now underway

    Construction of new Roy’s Restaurant now underway

    Nearly two years after Hurricane Helene reduced the iconic eatery along the banks of the…

    ‘Operation Healing Heroes’ visits Steinhatchee American Legion Post 291

    ‘Operation Healing Heroes’ visits Steinhatchee American Legion Post 291

    Operation Healing Heroes Foundation founder Jay Garstecki, the son and grandson of veterans, carries a…

    County settles suit over property split dispute

    The Taylor County Commission has settled a lawsuit filed by a local property owner after…

    Community

    It’s happening downtown

    September is just around the corner and downtown Perry invites residents to catch “Autumn Vibes” at the “3rd Friday” event planned Friday, Sept. 11, from 5:30-8 p.m. Businesses…

    Senator Simon will be guest speaker Sept. 11

    Senator Corey Simon will be the featured guest speaker at the next “Partners in Progress Luncheons Series” planned Friday, Sept. 11, at the Perry Women’s Club beginning at…

    Horseshoe Beach author speaks at library Aug. 31

    Author Cindy Chewning will speak at the Monday, Aug. 31, meeting of the Friends of the Taylor County Public Library. The Horseshoe Beach resident will discuss her books…

    Come meet your new best friend!

    Taylor County Animal Advocates, in partnership with Tractor Supply, will hold an adoption “pop-up” event this Friday, Aug. 28, from 4-6 p.m. at the local store. All animals…

    Benefit softball game Aug. 22 at Sports Complex

    Teams from across the area, including Tallahassee and Valdosta, will take part in a benefit softball game this Saturday, Aug. 22, at the Taylor County Sports Complex. Games…

    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,…