Softball and baseball were the highlight of the spring sports at last months all-sports banquet at Franklin County High School. The baseball program, under the direction of Kevin Cox, advanced to the regional playoffs for the first time in the schools history, a journey that included defeating Port St. Joe in the regular season, and…
Carrabelles Camp Gordon Johnston World War II Museum is presenting a special exhibit commemorating D-Day open now through Wednesday, June 30. When Camp Gordon Johnston opened in 1942, it was for the purpose of training infantry divisions, including the US Army 4th Infantry Division, and their support units in amphibious warfare. This training and the…
When I was growing up, we had just one dog (and no cats at all), a slight, curly-haired German Schnauzer mix we called Blondie. The name reminded me of Chic Youngs Blondie comic strip, which I read avidly as a kid, but there was no connection that I knew. My parents had barely finished grade…
St. George Island has once again made the list of the best beaches in America in a prestigious 30-year-old annual list created by a South Florida professor of coastal science. Specifically citing the beach at Dr. Julian Bruce St. George Island State Park, Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman, director of the Laboratory for Coastal Research at…
With little fanfare and unanimous support, the Franklin County commissioners voted May 18 to increase the lodging tax on short-term rentals from 2 to 3 percent. And they did it for three main reasons. Infrastructure, infrastructure and infrastructure. With a power to increase the tax based on a super-majority vote, and with a public hearing…
I dont know what age exactly you have to be to realize there is a price to pay to live in the United States of America. It varies Im sure with different folks. And some sadly, never understand. Thats because they dont pay it. You dont always pay it. Sometimes the guy next door doesnt…
For the first time since the coronavirus pandemic shut down the in-person court system, jury trials are back on track. Clerk of Court Michele Maxwell said the first to be held, in fount of County Judge Gordon Shuler, was that of Otis Wheeler, on May 12, held in the main courtroom. She said 22 out…
Its been more than three years since the lifeless body of 31-year-old Aileen Seiden was dumped in a cul-de-sac at a vacant subdivision off U.S. 98, a day after authorities say she was bludgeoned to death in an Eastpoint motel room where she stayed over the weekend with two traveling companions from South Florida. Within…
The community is invited to the Crooked River Lighthouse in Carrabelle this Sunday, May 30 from 3 to 3:30 p.m. for the annual Coastal Blessing, where faith leaders from the Carrabelle area will share a prayer for the coast. Those who would like to gather with positive hearts for a safe hurricane season are welcome…
Its called Community Moving Education, and its about to make a huge summertime splash in Apalachicola for middle and high schoolers. This five-week arts program, headquartered at the Apalachicola Center for History, Culture and the Arts, is the brainchild of former New York City dancer Frenchy Haynes, the founding director of the non-profit Moving Education…
Stay informed with our email mailing list! Sign up today and never miss a beat on the latest news and events in your community.
To join our e-mailing list, simply fill out the form below. We’ll send you a weekly digest of the top stories, delivered right to your inbox.
By signing up, you’ll be the first to know about breaking news, upcoming events, and special promotions. Plus, you’ll be eligible for exclusive subscriber-only content and offers.
Reach your target audience with our newspaper advertising options. Our publication has a wide readership, making it the perfect platform to promote your business or event.
To inquire about advertising rates and options, please fill out the form below and a member of our team will be in touch with you shortly.
Take advantage of our high readership and targeted demographics to promote your business to the right people. From print ads to online banners, we have a variety of options to suit your needs and budget.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to reach your target audience. Contact us today to learn more about our advertising options.
Do you have a news tip? Fill out & submit the form below.