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Scallopers rarely victim of shark bites
Although shark attacks are extremely rare in the Big Bend, and almost never involve people scalloping, there are precautions people can take while enjoying their time on the Gulf. “Snorkelers…
Hero firefighter saves sister from jaws of death
By AARON PORTWOOD / Publisher The quick thinking and brave actions of a local firefighter/EMT and two Good Samaritan boaters are being credited with saving the life of 17-year-old Addison…
Good Samaritans helped save shark victims
During his second-ever scalloping trip to Keaton Beach last Thursday, Chris Leggett had just dropped his Power Pole and watched his wife and daughter dive into the water when he…
Injuries require leg amputation
Family, friends and a worldwide community of supporters are rallying behind Addison Bethea, the 17-year-old teen who survived a brutal shark attack Thursday, June 30, while scalloping off the Taylor…
First-ever shark attack off local coast
Although sharks are commonly sighted in the Gulf waters off Taylor County, reported shark attacks — especially like the one that occurred June 30 — are exceedingly rare. Prior to…
Blown tire triggers roll-over
A Valdosta, Ga., woman was seriously injured in a single vehicle roll-over crash late Sunday, July 3 near Shady Grove. According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) report, the SUV…
Beshears hired
The Taylor County School Board voted to appoint incoming Superintendent of Schools Alicia Beshears as interim superintendent at a special meeting held Tuesday, following the resignation of current interim Superintendent…
New laws take effect July 1
Following one of the busiest legislative sessions in recent memory, more than 140 new laws are set to take effect in Florida today (Friday, July 1). The new laws cover…
Chamber asks city to again fund fireworks
There will be no fireworks show in downtown Perry this year, but the local Chamber of Commerce is lighting the fuse that could bring back the annual July 4th Downtown…
Small county-owned Keaton lot up for bid
Those wishing to bid on a county-owned lot in Keaton Beach currently up for auction have until Friday, July 15. This is the second time the Taylor County Commission has…
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