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    Words of Wisdom

    Words of Wisdom

    Taylor County High School (TCHS) graduate and U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Cameron “Cam” Copeland has some words of wisdom for local youth growing up in his hometown of…

    New County Parks & Rec. Director named

    Dustin Russell has been hired as Taylor County’s new parks and recreation manager.…

    Mixon helping to reclaim O’Steen family cemetery

    Mixon helping to reclaim O’Steen family cemetery

    As a fifth-generation Taylor Countian, Donna O’Steen Mixon is rooted in local history and its ties to the past.…

    Post office blamed for late city bills

    City officials say ongoing U.S. Postal Service problems are to blame for utility bills arriving late or not at all.…

    2 armed robbers hit Hwy. 98 store

    The Perry Police Department (PPD) is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the Country Kitchen convenience store located on Hwy. 98 late Tuesday night, Sept. 13.…

    County 2022-23 budget now totals $73.8 million

    The Taylor County Commission has tentatively approved its 2022-23 budget, totaling $73.8 million, and will hold a second public hearing next Monday for a final vote on both the budget…

    BBQ, music & mullets!

    Are you craving some tender BBQ ribs, pork or chicken — dripping with some sweet and tangy sauce – or something with a little heat? Stop and set an alarm…

    School Board budget up $7 million, or 16%

    The Taylor County School Board approved an estimated $50 million budget for the 2022-23 fiscal year at a public hearing held last Tuesday, and adopted a millage rate of 5.6860…

    Personal tragedy drives Mash to help local youth

    Personal tragedy drives Mash to help local youth

    It has been more than 15 years since Pamela Mash lost her father to suicide in 2007 — a tragic, life-altering event that played a pivotal role in her decision…

    O’Steen Cemetery reclaimed

    Established before Taylor County itself was formed, the O’Steen Cemetery located off Morgan-Whiddon Road serves as the final resting place for a number of key pioneers who helped shape this…