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West Fraser will not re-open mill
Just over one year after announcing a decision to “indefinitely curtail” operations at its local Perry Sawmill, West Fraser has confirmed it is now moving to permanently close the mill…
29-year-old arrested for sexual contact w/animal
On Monday, March 25, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) arrested a local man on multiple felony charges related to sexual contact with an animal, as well as possession…
FDOT completes Idalia roadside debris removal
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has completed its work to remove Hurricane Idalia debris from non-county-maintained roadways in Taylor County, bringing the grand total of debris removed from the…
Idalia response, repairs have cost county $1.1 million so far
Despite the widespread damage left behind by Hurricane Idalia last August, Taylor County officials have only spent roughly $1.1 million in local taxpayer dollars to date responding to and cleaning…
Hart will receive his first performance evaluation
After completing his first 13 months on the job, City Manager John Hart is expected to receive his first annual evaluation from the city council at its upcoming April 23…
TCMS Lady ‘Dogs exterminate Hornets 19-2
By MADDOX WILES The Taylor County Middle School (TCMS) Lady Bulldogs squashed the Lafayette County Middle School (LCMS) Lady Hornets 19-2 on Tuesday afternoon to move their season record to…
‘Be better today than you were yesterday’
Commanding the attention of hundreds of middle school students is a feat in itself – one that Dr. Merv Mattair – better known as “Coach Merv” — makes look easy.…
Lady ‘Dogs top Franklin 7-4, but edged by Chiefland 8-7
After falling behind 7-0, the Taylor County Lady Bulldogs mounted a dramatic comeback, but were edged 8-7 by Chiefland Tuesday night at home in Perry.…
Help available for hurricane-related repairs; deadline to apply is April 15
Taylor County Habitat for Humanity is currently taking applications to assist local resident with home repairs that are directly related to damage caused by Hurricane Idalia. The deadline to submit…
Florida State Bluegrass Festival returns April 5-6
The Florida State Bluegrass Festival returns to Forest Capital State Park in Perry for its 22nd year on Friday and Saturday, April 5-6, bringing both regional and nationally-recognized bluegrass bands…
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