DOT shares info on multi-use trail along U.S. 98
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DOT shares info on multi-use trail along U.S. 98

Hi Y’all,  On Thursday, Sept. 12, a meeting was sponsored by the FDOT Route 30 (U.S. 98) Trail Project Development and Environment Study. The informative meeting was held in the area of Lanark Village, St. James Island, and St. Teresa (Summer Camp) to discuss the study to identify multi-use trail concepts and assess environmental impacts…

Governor appoints Young to Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged 
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Governor appoints Young to Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged 

Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the appointment of Chris Young to the Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged.  A founder and senior partner at Perry & Young law firm. Young is active in his community. He has served the Chipola Appreciation Club, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and the ARC of the Bay board of directors.  He…

Mark Wills to highlight Florida Seafood Festival
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Mark Wills to highlight Florida Seafood Festival

The 61st annual Florida Seafood Festival has announced country music artist Mark Wills, a member of the Grand Ole Opry, will take the stage Saturday evening, Nov. 2 as the featured entertainer. Signed to Mercury Records between 1996 and 2003, he released five studio albums for the label – Mark Wills, Wish You Were Here,…

Library to wrap up music series Sept. 25
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Library to wrap up music series Sept. 25

Clayton Mathis and The Preacher, Stephen Pecot, will grace the stage at the Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library on Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. ET for the final show of the Summer Music Series. Mathis hails from Gaffney, South Carolina where he developed his love of music. His grandmother tried to teach…

Boat club to meet Sept. 19
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Boat club to meet Sept. 19

Hi Y’all, I think that everything is slowing down getting ready for a crazy busy October. Just a reminder, all of Lanark weekly events information is the same; changes will be added or deleted as needed weekly. Lanark Village Coffee Time with John continues to open Chillas Hall Monday through Friday, 9 to 11 a.m….

Want to add to your personal library?
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Want to add to your personal library?

This Saturday, Sept. 7 from 10 a.m. to 1 pm ET, the Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library will open for a special “$5 Fill-A-Bag Book Sale,” sponsored by the Friends of the Library in Apalachicola, with all proceeds benefiting the library. Visitors buy a $5 bag, and then fill it full by browsing for like-new…

Try a climb beneath a full moon
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Try a climb beneath a full moon

The Crooked River Lighthouse in Carrabelle is hosting a Full Moon Lighthouse Event on Tuesday, Sept. 17, from 8 to 10 p.m. ET. Guests can explore the Keeper’s House Museum, view the historic Fresnel lens, and shop for nautical gifts. The event features a bonfire in the park, weather permitting, for visitors to enjoy. Adventurous…

LVA to appoint nominating committee
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LVA to appoint nominating committee

Hi Y’all, I hope that all had a wonderful Labor Day weekend. The weekend was busy and looks like this week will be calmer for Lanark. American Legion Post 82 rocked this past weekend with food and music on Friday and Saturday. sending August on its way and ending the Summer Music Series. The summer…

War museum focuses on Philippines campaign
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War museum focuses on Philippines campaign

The Camp Gordon Johnston World War II Museum in Carrabelle is presenting a special exhibit on the Philippines campaign. This exhibit will be on display until Saturday, Sept. 28. The museum is open every Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. There is no charge for admission, but donations are gladly accepted. …