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County seeks to honor Deputy Scott Williams
The Taylor County Commission will request the Florida Legislature dedicate a portion of U.S. 19 in Taylor County after the late Taylor County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) Dep. Scott Williams. Williams,…
Carter appointed to county planning board
The Taylor County Planning Board once again has a full roster of seven members, after the Taylor County Commission appointed local electrician Christopher Carter to a three-year term on the…
County commission seeking grant to develop wildlife mitigation plan for Perry-Foley Airport
Taylor County is seeking a $95,000 grant to fund the development of a wildlife hazard management program for Perry-Foley Airport. “This is for a wildlife mitigation plan to mitigate wildlife…
School, church vandalized
One suspect was in custody Thursday after confessing to several cases of arson and vandalism that caused thousands of dollars in damages to a local church and private school. Joshua…
Early voting starts Aug. 8
Early voting for the 2020 primary election begins Monday, Aug. 8, and will continue through Sunday, Aug. 21. Those who wish to cast their ballot early can do so at…
Keaton lot back up for bid
Much like the changing of the tide, the county commission has swung back and forth in an ongoing debate over what to do with a pair of small county-owned lots…
Burns’ trial delayed for mental evaluation
Murder suspect Kenneth Brian Burns, who has filed notice he plans to assert an “insanity” defense at trial, has yet to have a mental evaluation completed by an expert from…
School Resource Deputy contract, CDL on agenda
School resource deputies, school grades and the establishment of a new commercial driving license (CDL) program at Big Bend Technical College (BBTC) will be among the items discussed during the…
Moody seeks re-election to District 2 county seat
Incumbent District 2 County Commissioner Jim Moody is seeking re-election to the Taylor County Board of County Commissioners. “During my time as commissioner, I have worked hard to keep Taylor…
Multiple vehicle thief caught
A local man with a history of fleeing law enforcement was captured Monday afternoon after a three-county car chase that included two stolen vehicles and a foot chase through Taylor…
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