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Glover: No evidence of racial discrimination
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Danny Glover Jr. has responded to a leaked report detailing the findings of an investigation into alleged racial discrimination regarding the hiring practices within the Taylor…
A never-ending project?
Nearly seven months after issuing a notice to proceed, the county commission continues to field complaints surrounding the 1.5-mile project to widen and resurface Foley Cut-Off Road between Hwy. 30…
PPD K9 is taking bite out of crime
Perry Police Department (PPD) Chief Jamie Cruse highlighted the success of one of the department’s newest dual purpose canine units at the city council’s most recent meeting. According to Cruse,…
COVID cases ‘picking up’
The local Florida Department of Health in Taylor County (DOH-Taylor) is still encouraging face masks, social distancing and suggests restricting gatherings to no more than 10 people, after reporting that…
Where can you get rapid tests?
Rapid response tests for COVID-19 are not available through the local health department, and residents seeking a rapid test must go through their primary doctor. “Some of the primary care…
Final Suncoast Connector meeting is Oct. 20
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will host the ninth and final Suncoast Connector Task Force meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 20, to discuss the final report on the proposed toll…
Court may open soon
The Taylor County court system is expected to move into “Phase 3” of a re-opening plan outlined by the Florida Supreme Court – opening the door to expanded in-person court…
PPD, community partner to clean up ‘The Trap’
Residents too scared to check their mailboxes. Homeowners unable to lay down at night in their own beds and rest comfortably. Church members tired of seeing illicit behavior surrounding their…
Beach sewer issue resolved
Taylor County coastal property owners previously caught in a real-life “Catch-22” involving sewer services now have new options after the Taylor County Commission approved an ordinance resulting from a compromise…
Cedar house auctioned
After nine years of legal wrangling, the Cedar Island property at the center of a contentious code enforcement battle was sold to the highest bidder on the rear steps of…
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