A festive Fourth in Franklin County
Eastpoint, Apalachicola, St. George Island and Carrabelle each marked the Fourth in style
Apalachicola man injured in Bay County crash
An 81-year-old Apalachicola man suffered minor injuries on Thursday evening, July 4 when he was involved in a traffic mishap in Bay County. According to a press release from Troop A of the Florida Highway Patrol, the man was driving a sports utility vehicle about 7:23 p.m. southbound on County Road 389 when a 52-year-old…
Blaze destroys Apalachicola ‘she shed’
A late morning fire in Apalachicola on Wednesday, July 3 destroyed a large shed on property not far from Apalachicola Regional Airport. A newly redone “she shed” next to the home of Teresa and Donald Kaczmarek, at 62 Chapman Road, was completely destroyed by the fire. “It had antiques, all my paint, every Christmas item…
Fire ravages Alligator Point home
An early morning fire Friday, July 5 completely destroyed an Alligator Point vacation home, but thanks to the quick thinking of some neighborhood teenagers, no one was hurt. Dickie Hosford, president of the Alligator Point Volunteer Fire Department, said the fire started sometime after 12:30 a.m. at a house at 1577 Alligator Drive. The cause…
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Help sea turtles, waterbirds have nesting success
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is reminding both locals and visitors that nesting season is underway for Florida’s imperiled sea turtles, shorebirds, seabirds and wading birds. People spending time along the shore can help ensure nesting success for both sea turtles and waterbirds by giving them space, removing beach furniture and trash before…
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Children of the red, white and blue
Throughout the Forgotten Coast, families gathered to celebrate the spirit of independence that is woven into the fabric of America. They ate, they played, they listened to music and they enjoyed fireworks, all part of a celebration of the nation’s 248th birthday. Essential to the holiday is the play of children, and in both Franklin…
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Forgotten Coast Fishing Report
Yellowedge and snowy grouper have been caught in the 600 to 800 feet along with blueline tilefish. Bluewater has pushed further offshore in the 200-plus foot of water. Snapper bite has been good past 120 feet of water. Live pinfish as well as hard tails will bring the bigger fish. Put out a flatline for…
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:…
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FWC Report
During the week of June 21 through 27, Officers Hartzog and Forbes were conducting patrol on Apalachicola River near Abercrombie Boat Ramp and observed a vessel with fishing gear returning to the ramp. The officers conducted a resource inspection revealing a large amount of flathead catfish on the deck and in coolers. After finding several…
Robbing Peter to…
Prior to Martin Luther nailing his Ninety-five Theses on the door of the All Saints’ Church in Wittenberg, Germany on Oct. 31, 1517 to dispute papal power and the selling of indulgences, the Catholic Church required taxes be paid for the construction of St. Paul’s Cathedral in London and St. Peter’s Church in Rome. “Robbing…