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GP addresses questions, environmental concerns
In response to questions regarding environmental concerns relating to the upcoming closure of its Foley Cellulose Mill, Georgia-Pacific (GP) has pledged to “collaborate with all regulatory agencies during and after…
BBQ goodness!
After a herculean effort to clear hundreds of trees downed by Hurricane Idalia, the 2023 Smokin’ in the Pines BBQ Festival drew a record number of vendors and an estimated…
Timber prices in ‘free fall’
The devastation to Taylor County’s timberlands left behind by Hurricane Idalia, combined with last week’s announcement of the impending closure of Georgia Pacific’s (GP) Foley Cellulose mill, is already having…
Pageant forced to move due to Forest Capital Hall shelter use
Nearly a month after Hurricane Idalia made landfall here, Forest Capital Hall remains closed to the public as it serves as shelter for those impacted by the storm – forcing…
Storm debris removal is still in 1st phase, could last 3 months
The first pass of roadside storm debris pick-up continues making its way across the county in the wake of Hurricane Idalia as part of a state-led effort that is expected…
Blountstown edges Dogs 16-6 in defensive battle
By MADDOX WILES The Taylor County High School (TCHS) Bulldogs fought an intense battle against the Blountstown Tigers, Thursday night in Monticello, before the Tigers ultimately scratched out just enough…
9 local burglaries under investigation
Perry Police Department (PPD) investigators are seeking help from the public in solving a string of burglaries committed in the city limits, stretching from downtown Perry down to South Jefferson…
Dump truck driver empties gas tank
A dump truck driver was arrested Friday, Sept. 8, for allegedly draining 38-50 gallons of non-ethanol gasoline onto the parking lot of a local convenience store after accidentally filling his…
DEP overseeing waterway debris clean-up
The Taylor County Commission has approved an agreement with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) for the state agency to clean up debris left behind by Hurricane Idalia in…
City may pull 3% raises due to GP revenue shortfall
Faced with a projected $500,000 annual revenue shortfall due to the closure of the Georgia-Pacific (GP) Foley Cellulose Mill, the city council is considering a number of options, including removing…
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