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WWII museum explores The Mighty Eighth 

The Camp Gordon Johnston World War II Museum in Carrabelle is presenting a special exhibit exploring the wartime bravery and sacrifice of the 8th Air Force, known as The Mighty Eighth, on display throughout August. Admission free. The museum is open every Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. For more info,…

Preacher Pecot, Mathis to play library
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Preacher Pecot, Mathis to play library

Clayton Mathis and The Preacher, Stephen Pecot, will grace the stage at the Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library on Wednesday, August 28 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. for the final show of the Summer Music Series. Mathis, a well-known figure around Apalachicola, hails from Gaffney, South Carolina where he developed his love of music. His…

Burn ban still in effect for Lanark district
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Burn ban still in effect for Lanark district

Hi Y’all, this is a slow time of year for those of us in Lanark. The snowbirds are not here yet and some of our residents have taken this time to leave for cooler places. Please try to participate in the events that are offered throughout the week. All our regular events will continue to…

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Sunset climb at island lighthouse Monday

The August Sunset and Full Moon Climb at Cape St. George Lighthouse on St. George Island will be Monday, Aug. 19 from 8 to 10 p.m. ET. Cost is $10 per climber, and $7 for members of the St. George Lighthouse Association. No advanced reservations taken. For more info, please contact the Lighthouse Gift Shop…

Crooked River’s Country Market Saturday
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Crooked River’s Country Market Saturday

Crooked River Lighthouse Park hosts the Country Farmer’s Market this Saturday, Aug. 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. ET at 1975 Hwy 98 West, at the foot of Carrabelle’s lighthouse. The market is recruiting new and returning vendors, at $10 a market. For more info, contact 850-697-2732, carrabellelighthouse@gmail.com or www.crookedriverlighthouse.com

Library to host Alabama country duo
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Library to host Alabama country duo

Otha Allen, Jr. and Kristi Leann will be the stars on stage at the Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library on Wednesday, August 21 from 6 to 7:30 pm ET.  This duo hails from Samson, Alabama. While each were performing as solo artists, they met at a songwriting event and discovered their musical and personal chemistry….

Boat club hosts pancake breakfast Saturday
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Boat club hosts pancake breakfast Saturday

Hi Y’all,  I missed writing my article while I was out of town. I was also delayed because of the weather. I was pleased to see that there were only limbs down and not much damage at all to Lanark. The Lanark Village Golf Club canceled their yard sale for August but will continue in…