Home » 2014 (Page 12)
Coastal Park to get $50,000 in upgrades
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has executed 10 Land and Water Conservation Fund contracts in nine counties, including Taylor, for a project at Keaton Beach Coastal Park. The projects…
Looking for the best next-generation grillmasters
The fourth annual EZ Kidz- Que Grillmaster Contest is currently seeking entrants. The competition will be held during the seventh annual Southern Pines Blues & BBQ Festival on Saturday, Dec.…
Review: ‘Mockingjay, Part 1’ is only half a movie, but it is a very good half
By MARK VIOLA Reviewing the first half of a movie, without getting to see the eventual payoff, is always difficult. The “Harry Potter” franchise started the trend, cutting its final…
Shady Grove seeks to honor one of its own killed in action
By ANGELA M. CASTELUCCI / Staff writer The I.D. bracelet had been in her husband’s drawer for many years. She asked about it just as many times, and his response…
No need for a saltwater fishing license Nov. 29
Governor Rick Scott and the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission have announced a saltwater license-free fishing day for Saturday, Nov. 29. On this day, Florida residents and visitors can experience…
Recreational snook season closes Monday
The recreational harvest season for snook closes Dec. 1 in Gulf state and federal waters, including Monroe County and Everglades National Park, and will remain closed through Feb. 28, 2015,…
Build a gingerbread house!
The Taylor County Historical Society is hosting the first North Florida Gingerbread House Competition Friday, Dec. 5, in conjunction with the annual Downtown Christmas Open House. The competition is open…
Review: ‘Birdman’ is a unique look at the line between art, entertainment
By MARK VIOLA “Birdman” is from director Alejandro González Iñárritu, who is less well-known than his movies, which include “21 Grams,” “Biutiful” and “Babel,” which was nominated for Best Film…
Thankful hearts
Ellen Smith, left, was among dozens of volunteers helping plate hundreds of holiday meals distributed Wednesday as part of the annual Thanksgiving Outreach spearheaded by local churches.…
County will seek funding for Old Dixie sidewalk
The Taylor County Commission has unanimously agreed to apply for a second Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) grant to help fund the construction of sidewalks along Old Dixie Highway, the…
Recent Comments