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New bridge opens April 10
Traffic is scheduled to shift to the newly constructed bridge on U.S. 27 over the Fenholloway River located about five miles east of Perry this Friday, weather permitting. Motorists should…
City buys lot next to council room for parking
The Perry City Council unanimously agreed Tuesday to purchase the vacant lot adjacent to the council room for additional downtown parking. City Manager Bob Brown told council members during their…
Foley up for sale
Foley Timber and Land Company announced Thursday that it is exploring the sale of its vast timberlands in Taylor and surrounding counties. The 560,000 acres or 876 square miles of…
Elderly couple seriously injured
An elderly Perry couple was seriously injured after pulling into the path of an oncoming semi-truck Thursday morning at the intersection of U.S. Highway 27 and Foley Cut Off Road.…
Attempted murder charge dismissed
The State Attorney’s Office has dismissed attempted murder charges against Andre Snowden, 34, who was arrested in connection with a shooting that happened March 18 on South Warner Avenue. In…
County may join coalition to pool regional resources
As the Taylor County Commission continues to look at the problem of homelessness in the county, the board is considering joining the Big Bend Homeless Coalition, through which they hope…
Enterprise Zones: key tool in jeopardy?
Taylor County could soon lose an important tool in its economic development efforts which brings in hundreds of thousands of dollars in incentives to local businesses each year. At this…
Chaney crowned MoonPie Princess
What’s three feet tall and has attitude to spare? The 2015 MoonPie Princess and members of her court! Taylor County’s sweetest pint-size royalty was crowned during ceremonies held Saturday, March…
City approves policy for limited alcohol service by non-profits
The Perry City Council has approved an application packet for non-profit groups to receive special permits that would allow limited access alcohol service for events such as fund-raisers, dinners, auctions,…
Reef additions continue off Taylor’s coast
The Taylor County Commission is moving forward with the latest enhancement to the county’s artificial reefs. At their March 17 meeting, the commissioners unanimously agreed to accept a bid from…
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