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PPD nab two suspected porch pirates after robberies reported
A pair of “porch pirates” jumped straight to the top of Santa’s “Naughty List” after allegedly engaging in series of burglaries across two different city neighborhoods late Friday night, Dec.…
Investigation into death on McDaniel Rd. is still active
The cause of death remains undetermined for a white male found unresponsive at a home on McDaniel Road Saturday afternoon, Dec. 20.…
Ribbon cutting for BBTC’s Advanced Manufacturing Facility to be held Jan. 30
Big Bend Technical College (BBTC) has announced a grand opening/ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new multi-million dollar Advanced Manufacturing Facility, planned Friday, Jan. 30, at 9 a.m.…
Legislature eyes proposals to cut property taxes
The Florida House, laying the groundwork for the 2026 legislative session, has unveiled seven proposals to reduce or eliminate non-school district property taxes on homesteaded properties in the state, which…
What cuts are being considered?
Florida voters could have as many as seven constitutional amendments to consider when they go to the polls next November, all of which would impact how much homeowners in the…
BBTC plans to double capacity of LPN-RN program
Big Bend Technical College (BBTC) has announced it is doubling the student capacity of its Professional Nursing Program (LPN to RN bridge) for the upcoming Summer 2026 term.…
Death investigation underway on McDaniel Road
Numerous local law enforcement officers and a Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Crime Scene team spent several hours at a home on McDaniel Road Saturday, Dec. 20, as part…
Land cleared for new Dollar General store on Beach Rd.
Land clearing and site preparation work is underway on a three-acre site on Beach Road near Deadman’s Curve, which will be the future home of Taylor County’s newest Dollar General…
DiBella appointed to Federal Maritime Commission after Trump nomination
Florida’s former Secretary of Commerce and past president of Enterprise Florida, Laura DiBella, who has been working as a consultant to the Taylor County Development Authority (TCDA) since August 2024,…
Perry native, Ellis, puts personal touch in Ebenezer Scrooge role
By MARK VIOLA / Staff writer For many, Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” is a holiday tradition just as much as a Christmas tree or an “Elf on the Shelf.”…
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