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Mill operating again after brief shut down
Operations at the Georgia-Pacific (GP) Perry-Foley Cellulose mill were temporarily interrupted last week due to an “electrical issue.”…
FDOT: Expect lane closures on U.S. 98
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is set to begin construction on a resurfacing project on U.S. 98 (State Road 30) from east of Cabbage Grove Road to U.S. 19…
Cybertip leads to child porn arrest
A Perry man was charged with possession of obscene materials last Thursday, Aug 4, after multiple photo and video files depicting child pornography – involving children as young as four…
Stand Your Ground defense is upheld
A defendant facing attempted first-degree murder charges successfully argued a “Stand Your Ground” defense during a motion hearing Tuesday, resulting in all charges against him being dismissed.…
Welcome back!
Taylor County Primary School welcomed 853 students (grades Pre-K-2) Wednesday, which marked the official start of the 2022-23 school year. Routine first-day traffic issues had improved by Thursday morning, and…
Why is city losing $$$ on gas?
More than six weeks after questions were first raised in mid-June, City of Perry officials were still “not prepared” this week to explain why its natural gas department appears to…
Keaton Beach parcel bid out 3rd time
Those wishing to own a small slice of Keaton Beach property have until Sept. 2 to submit a bid to the county.…
Wish granted!
Eric Morgan loves all things “Toy Story” and spending time with his family and friends. His wish for the “Make A Wish” foundation was to bring both of his favorite…
Jail officer arrested, fired for sex relationship with inmate
A correctional officer at the Taylor County Jail has been arrested for engaging in an alleged sexual relationship with a female inmate while she was incarcerated in 2020. Brandon James,…
Teen is arrested for gun store burglary
A 14-year-old teen was arrested Monday and charged with multiple felonies in connection with a July 4 burglary at a local gun and pawn shop, which included the theft of…
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