Fire, fatal accident strike village in July
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Fire, fatal accident strike village in July

Hi Y’all, July has been a hard month for Lanark with the tragic deaths of Ben and Monica Steigner, son and daughter-in-law of John and Sharon Steigner, who lost their lives when they were hit by a truck on Arizona Street minutes from their family’s home.  Ben and Monica were visiting for the holiday from…

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SGI Women of Faith to host July 20 Glow event

All middle and high school girls are invited to attend a special Glow event on Saturday afternoon, July 20 at the St. George Island Methodist Church. The SGI Women of Faith group is providing a host of complementary services, including manicures, hairstyling, make your own stretch bracelets, free shopping at the Glow Boutique, and home-cooked…

Wednesday Bingo resumes at Chillas Hall
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Wednesday Bingo resumes at Chillas Hall

Hi Y’all,  The Lanark area is saddened, shocked and heartbroken at the news of two people losing their lives on Saturday evening, July 6 on Highway 98 near Arizona Street. Our prayers and thoughts go out to all the families and friends of those involved in this tragic accident. Up and coming events in Lanark:…

Big Bend Minority Chamber of Commerce honors Willis
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Big Bend Minority Chamber of Commerce honors Willis

The Big Bend Minority Chamber of Commerce last month honored Apalachicola’s Helen Ausley Willis with its Trailblazer award. Presented to women for their career success and their leadership role in volunteering and community service, the Trailblazer recipients, selected by the chamber’s Women Business Council, are chosen for the example they set to inspire and empower…

Panhandle Players to audition for ‘Living Dead’
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Panhandle Players to audition for ‘Living Dead’

Auditions for the Panhandle Players’ “Night of the Living Dead Live,” which will be staged Oct. 3 to 6 at the Chapman Theatre in Apalachicola, are Sunday, July 14 at 3 p.m. and Monday, July 15 at 6 p.m. at the theater. George A. Romero’s “Night of the Living Dead Live” is the only authorized…

Decorate your golf cart Saturday for Fourth of July 
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Decorate your golf cart Saturday for Fourth of July 

Hi Y’all, I have been out of town and I missed writing my articles.  Lanark has some great things coming up. On Tuesday, June 25 at the American Legion on Oak Street, Tasty Tuesday welcomes John Jeremiah to be the entertainment from 6 to 8 p.m. There will be something tasty (tacos) available from 5…

Lunch, ceremony planned for Memorial Day
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Lunch, ceremony planned for Memorial Day

Hi Y’all, The Arabella Health and Wellness Center held a ribbon cutting and flag raising ceremony on Monday, May 20 at 3 p.m. They are located at 239 Crooked River Road, past St James Bay Golf & Pickleball Resort. The American Legion Riders were instrumental in getting the flags, an American flag and a POW…

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GCSC to recognize Pathways to Success scholarship winners

Gulf Coast State College has announced the recipients of the Pathways to Success Scholarship, a program designed to support students in their transition from high school to college.  Developed in 2016, the scholarship program aims to enhance college readiness and provide mentorship for students in Gulf and Franklin counties. The nine recipients to be recognized…