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Weadon, Brock crowned little king, queen
A precocious boy who wants to become a firefighter just like his dad and a sweet-smiling, bright-eyed beauty were crowned Taylor County’s newest Florida Forest Festival royalty during ceremonies held…
New medical center opens soon
Work is progressing on North Florida Medical Centers’ (NFMC) new facility on U.S. 19 in Perry, and officials remain confident it will be open to patients this fall. The office…
Local COVID cases fell 38% last week
After holding steady for three straight weeks, the weekly number of new COVID-19 cases reported in Taylor County fell by 38% last week to its lowest number since July. According…
Commission seeking funding for complex, fire station
The Taylor County Commission plans to ask for financial assistance from the Florida Legislature for the Taylor County Sports Complex, Taylor County Courthouse and a potential new fire station in…
Dyal named superintendent
At their regularly-scheduled Tuesday, Oct. 5 meeting, Taylor County School Board members took “emergency” action and voted to appoint Paul Dyal as “temporary interim superintendent” to fill the void left…
Fatal collision
A 67-year-old Perry woman was killed when she was struck by a semi-tractor trailer near the intersection of U.S. Highway 19 and Beach Road after walking into the roadway for…
$4,000 school bonus delayed
After receiving a double-whammy of surprising announcements each of the past two Fridays, Taylor County School District employees are likely holding their breath to see what life-changing news arrives in…
Solar farm plans to locate here
Ecoplexus Inc., a global renewable energy company, has announced plans to construct a 74-megawatt solar farm in Taylor County. According to Community Engagement Manager Mac Flores, who addressed the Taylor…
County debates garbage pick-up
The Taylor County Commission has granted approval to a fourth company to collect and transport household garbage from residences outside the City of Perry limits – but not before placing…
Who will be crowned?
The Florida Forest Festival’s Little King and Queen Pageant invites you to witness an unforgettable evening of music, dance and surprises Saturday, Oct. 9, at Forest Capital Hall. Beginning at…
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