On July 18 Apalachicola storyteller and dramatic performer Jerry Hurley appeared at Apalachicola Margaret Key Public Library to regale the crowd with “Legends and Lore” as he told spooky tales, set everywhere from the Appalachians to Apalachicola, tales just spooky enough to enchant. Kids were invited to bring a pillow to curl up on, with…
Tropical Storm Debby is expected to reach Franklin County this Sunday afternoon at 4 p.m. The following statement was provided by Jennifer Daniels, Franklin County Emergency Management Director. For more information, visit https://www.franklinemergencymanagement.com/press-releases/ Franklin County Emergency Management continues to monitor Tropical Storm Debby. The storm is predicted to become a CAT 1 Hurricane prior to…
The Nest serves up a makeshift museum The school day may end with the bus ride home, but the learning day continues through the evening. The 120 Franklin County kids who take part in the after-school program at the Nest sites, in Eastpoint and Carrabelle, get to take advantage of this extended day, not only…
The 325th Fighter Wing recognizes the imperative need for innovation and readiness against potential adversaries who continue to modernize their military capabilities. By utilizing new equipment provided by Air Combat Command, Tyndall Air Force Base continues to develop the “Range of the Future.”In early 2024, the 325th FW placed a new visual training aid along…
Happy 70th wedding anniversary to Bill and Burnell Martina. Bill Martina and the former Burnell Brock were married on August 1, 1954 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Apalachicola by Father Robert O’Sullivan. They have five children, Monica Lemieux (Leslie), Marcia Johnson (Robbie), Janice Hicks (Billy), Kenneth Martina (Glenda), and Kevin Martina (Patty). They have…
At last week’s meeting of the Franklin County commission, they didn’t discuss the details of a revised proposal by the developers of the most high-profile project on St. George Island in many years. Instead, they debated what rules should apply. The Landing at SGI, LLC, a multi-faceted project first introduced last year, has revised the…
Camp Gordon Johnston World War II Museum in Carrabelle is presenting a special exhibit exploring the heroic history of the 8th Air Force, known as The Mighty Eighth. A collection of artifacts will help portray the bravery and sacrifice of the Mighty Eighth. This exhibit will be on display until Saturday, August 31. The museum…
Gulf Coast State College is hosting its “Student Services: After Hours” event for Fall 2024 registration this Tuesday, July 30. Formerly known as “Super Saturday,” this event is for prospective students interested in attending GCSC and current students ready to register for classes. The application fee is waived for all new students at this event….
Six students from Franklin and Gulf counties have completed IMPACT new student orientation and enrolled at Troy University for the Fall 2024 semester at the Troy, Alabama campus. Avery Pharr, of Apalachicola; Mary Farrell and Kaimyzha Larry, each from Port St. Joe; and Samuel Hunter, Preston Stacy and Jackson Taunton, all of Wewahitchka, are among…
Exuberant dancing, and rousing drumming highlighted the finale Friday evening of the Community Moving Education’s five-week summer camp. Held at the Armory, the choreography and its costuming punctuated a camp season for about 15 young people, now in its third year. Founded by French Haynes, who worked as a dancer, English and special needs teacher,…
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