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Feagle seeking third term as ‘full time’ commissioner
County Commissioner Pam Feagle is seeking a third term as Dist. 4 representative. “It is my honor and privilege to serve as a full-time county commissioner. I love my job,…
School board approves tentative budget
With no comment from the public, the Taylor County School Board voted to tentatively adopt its 2018-19 budget, along with a proposed slight millage rate decrease for the district, during…
Arrest made after downtown theft
Surveillance video helped officers identify a thief who stole an umbrella from a downtown courtyard last week, and a “diligent” investigation led to a swift arrest. Backdoor Bistro owners reported…
Early voting opens Monday
Early voting for the Aug. 28 primary election begins on Monday, with Taylor County voters facing as many as five state and federal races, along with four local races and…
Stolen tractor recovered, trespasser found sleeping in abandoned camper
A Perry landowner made an unusual discovery on his property on Mattie Carlton Road Wednesday – a large New Holland tractor that didn’t belong to him and a trespasser asleep…
Commission to re-open budget talks on Aug. 30
For the first time since voting 3-2 to tentatively raise the county’s property tax (millage) rate nearly 7% next year, commissioners will meet to discuss their 2018-19 budget on Aug.…
7 schools, 7 resource officers are assigned
When students return to school Monday, kicking off the 2018-19 year, a new team of school resources officers (SRO) will greet them. Under new mandates from the Legislature, each school…
Spradley seeks to retain county seat
County commission Dist. 3 candidate Steve Spradley said his nearly 40 years of experience in public service “has prepared me to be your county commissioner.” He is seeking the seat…
Jolley declares candidacy for Dist. 4 school board seat
Taylor County native Gina Jolley said her extensive experience with the Taylor County School District on both a personal and professional level makes her an ideal candidate for the school…
County recreation coordinator fired following arrest
Recreation Coordinator Pat Dew, who oversaw operations at the Taylor County Sport Complex, was terminated Monday following his weekend arrest for burglary and battery. Dew worked with the county for…
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