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Russell announces candidacy, pledging ‘change and action’
Frank Russell, saying he wants “action not reaction” from local government, has announced his candidacy for the Dist. 3 county commission seat. “I believe the past few years have been…
City announces holiday schedule
The City of Perry has announced its garbage collection schedule for the Fourth of July holiday: • City offices will be closed today (Friday). • Monday customers will receive service…
When do you vote for your favorite?
Supervisor of Elections Dana Southerland and Tax Collector Mark Wiggins will both serve a second term in office after the qualifying deadline for the 2016 election cycle arrived Friday, June…
A walk in the park
Construction on the final phase of Rosehead Park is well underway and officials hope to see it completed by year’s end. This week saw crews digging up a portion of…
Felony criminal mischief charges dropped
The State Attorney’s Office has dismissed felony criminal mischief charges against former county commissioner Walter Rowell, 65. Rowell was arrested May 12 and charged with felony criminal mischief for allegedly…
McHargue throws hat in ring for property appraiser’s office
Local businessman James McHargue, who has 31 years of experience with his family business, has announced his candidacy for the office of Taylor County Property Appraiser. “I will bring the…
Local family mourns passing of bluegrass legend Ralph Stanley
By SUSAN H. LINCOLN / Managing Editor When news of the death of bluegrass legend Ralph Stanley emerged last week, you might not have connected the dots all the way…
Record scallop counts
This year’s scallop season, which opens Saturday, June 25, looks to offer a bumper crop to both locals as well as the thousands of visitors expected here during the…
Deming clinches second term
The field is set for the Perry City Council’s upcoming races with Mayor Mike Deming (Dist. 3) sailing into a second term without opposition. Councilwomen Venita Woodfaulk (Dist. 1) and…
Marina for sale? Should county buy?
Could the Taylor County Commission be interested in purchasing the former Keaton Beach Marina? After a brief discussion during their meeting this week, commissioners signaled they are at least willing…
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