Home » Archives by category » News (Page 368)
Probe into infant’s death ongoing
No further details have been released regarding the investigation into the death of a two-month-old girl that occurred Monday. An autopsy was conducted Tuesday and the investigation remains ongoing, Perry…
Steinhatchee devastated by flood waters
An unprecedented amount of rainfall the first week of August – combined with already-soggy conditions – resulted in massive flooding and the possibility of millions of dollars in damages to…
School district’s non-instructional employees to receive $1,550 each
One week after announcing $4,000 incentive/retention bonuses for instructional staff, the Taylor County School District has finalized a $1,550 package for non-instructional employees. The incentive will be distributed to the…
PPD investigating infant’s death
The Perry Police Department (PPD) is investigating the death of a two-month infant that was reported Monday afternoon, Aug. 9, at a residence on Alice Street. “No further details will…
Vaccinations on the rise as COVID cases surge across the community
While the number of COVID-19 cases reported in Taylor County is still on the rise, the number of people receiving the vaccine is increasing as well. According to the latest…
DMH cancels non-emergent surgical cases
In light of the surge in COVID-19 cases, Doctors’ Memorial Hospital has canceled non-emergent surgical cases and is warning residents of longer wait times at the emergency room and local…
Dixie County prison evacuated
Approximately 1,500 inmates have been temporarily relocated to the Taylor Correctional Institution Annex and the Lancaster Correctional Institution after the Cross City institution where they were housed flooded due to…
Fire-Rescue has a boat stationed in Steinhatchee to assist with calls
Taylor County Fire-Rescue has stationed a boat in Steinhatchee to assist with emergency responses to areas that ambulances and other vehicles cannot reach due to the flooding. Additionally, Fire-Rescue has…
Damage assessment will be key in the days, weeks ahead
Damage assessment is a critical part of acquiring assistance for flood damage. In the event you had water enter your home due to flooding, please follow these instructions: Wait for…
Bulldogs punt on ‘21 season
The Taylor County High School (TCHS) Bulldogs will not compete for a state championship in football this season, opting instead to play as an “independent” member of the Florida High…
Recent Comments