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County opposes new trout rules
With the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) set to consider a final vote on a series of new spotted seatrout fishing restrictions in December, the Taylor County Commission…
Jackson a pioneer in citrus revolution
By AARON PORTWOOD / Publisher Could Taylor County one day be known for its production of citrus rather than just pine trees? Long known as “The Tree Capital of the…
City rules on zoning issue
The Perry City Council voted Tuesday to deny a land use/zoning application made on behalf of a local mother of six who has been attempting to move a new mobile…
Homegrown tourists
When the Perry Elks Lodge decided to revive the “Mr. and Mrs. Tourist” tradition for the Florida Forest Festival, little did they know they would find themselves with a couple…
Commission appoints Hart, Parker to TCDA
The Taylor County Commission has appointed two new members to the Taylor County Development Authority (TCDA) board of directors. John Hart and Sandra Parker have been approved to fill vacancies…
Red snapper season extended for two days
Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) announced Thursday the addition of two more recreational red snapper fishing days for Gulf waters, due to the…
Court recommends ‘belated appeal’
By CAITLYN BURCHETT / Staff Writer “You were asking me to risk your liberty for the rest of your life,” long-time local public defender Baya Harrison said to the handcuffed…
Woman body-slammed headfirst into sidewalk
A Perry man is being held on a $95,000 bond after allegedly body-slamming a woman headfirst into a sidewalk, resulting in severe injuries. The victim told police she was attempting…
Parker files, Anderson seeks U.S. Senate seat
Circuit Judge Greg Parker has filed to run for re-election to his seat, joining the growing list of candidates running in 2020. According to the Florida Division of Elections, Parker…
Steel beams to stabilize PPD
In a bid to “buy time” and stabilize the front wall of the Perry Police Department, the city plans to install five steel columns across the front of the building.…
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