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Jackson County BOCC October 14th Regular Meeting Highlights
On October 14, 2025, at 9:00 AM, the Jackson County Board of County Commissioners held a Regular Meeting. This is a recap of some of the reports and requests included in that meeting. The meeting began with recognition of the Employee of the Month. The Jackson County Board of County Commissioners is proud to celebrate employees who go above and beyond in service to our community. For September 2025, the Employee of the Month honor was awarded to Officer LaDexter Sims. Servin
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Recollections: Legends of Yesterday - The Bush Family
This is a reprint of original articles by Hugh Woolley, a longtime resident and community leader of Graceville. Woolley published these articles in The Graceville News more than 20 years ago. Originally published in the October 17, 2002 edition of The Graceville News. The County Heritage Book is really gaining ground. Stories like today’s example are beginning to come in regularly. The deadline was set for October 31st of this year. The good news is the final deadline wi
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Oct 262 min read


Graceville City Commission Meeting Covers FDOT Agreement, Trick-or-Treat Date, and Infrastructure Updates
The Graceville City Commission held its regular meeting on Tuesday, October 14, opening with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Walter Olds presided, and commissioners voted unanimously to approve the agenda as printed. City Manager Michelle Watkins presented a resolution authorizing the city to enter into an agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) related to upcoming work on State Road 2, from Highway 77 to the Spring Branch Bridge. FDOT will
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Oct 263 min read


Congressman Byron Donalds Headlines 2025 Jackson County Reagan Day Dinner
Community leaders, party members, and supporters filled Evangel Church on Saturday, September 27, 2025, for the annual Jackson County Reagan Day Dinner, hosted by the Jackson County Republican Executive Committee (JCREC). The event celebrated conservative values, recognized local contributors, and featured an inspiring keynote address from Florida Congressman Byron Donalds, who is also a gubernatorial candidate. The evening began with a warm welcome from Clint Pate, JCREC Ch
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Oct 133 min read


Jackson County BOCC September 23 Regular Meeting Highlights
On September 23, 2025, the Jackson County Board of County Commissioners held a Regular Meeting. This is a recap of some of the reports...
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Oct 44 min read


Graceville Commission Approves 2025–2026 Budget and Millage Rate
The Graceville City Commission unanimously approved both the 2025–2026 operating budget and millage resolution during its September 22...
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Oct 42 min read


Highlights from JCBOCC September 9th Meeting
On September 9, 2025, the Jackson County Board of County Commissioners held a Public Hearing and Regular Meeting. This is a recap of some...
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Sep 295 min read


Graceville Commission Faces Tense Debate Over Police Staffing, Approves Project Updates
The Graceville City Commission convened for its September meeting with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, before moving into a full...
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Sep 293 min read


Graceville Commission Holds Tentative Budget Hearing
The Graceville City Commission convened its first public hearing on the proposed 2025–26 budget, reviewing departmental allocations,...
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Sep 213 min read


Graceville Budget Workshop Draws Scrutiny Over Police Staffing, Phone Costs, and Reserves
Numerous citizens attended the City of Graceville Budget Workshop held on Thursday, September 4 at City Hall. Many of those concerned...
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Sep 154 min read


Jackson County BOCC Regular Meeting Highlights
On August 26, 2025, at 6:00 PM, the Jackson County Board of County Commissioners held a Regular Meeting. This is a recap of some of the...
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Sep 84 min read


An Area Salary Study Listing The City Of Graceville Salaries And Other Municipalities
The 2025-2026 Budget Workshop will be held on Thursday, September 4. During the meeting held earlier this month and in July dealing with...
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Sep 17 min read


Sonny Fortunato Announces Candidacy For County Commissioner District 2 Seat
I’m Peter “Sonny” Fortunato—a devoted husband, a man of faith, and a lifelong public servant. My journey has taken me from the front...
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Sep 12 min read


New Faculty And Staff Members Welcomed to Poplar Springs
Poplar Springs High School is starting a new school year with several new faces on campus. Returning administration team Beverly Sallas...
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Aug 255 min read


Graceville School Welcomes 12 New Staff Members
Graceville School is starting a new school year with several new faces on campus including a couple of school alumni. Kayla Wilson will...
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Aug 256 min read


Commission meeting includes paving projects and citizen request for response
The City of Graceville Commission held its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 15 at Graceville City Hall. The meeting included...
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Jul 264 min read


FLDOE Releases School and District Grades
The Florida Department of Education has released its 2024–25 school and district grades, offering a closer look at academic performance...
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Jul 133 min read


Rex Lumber Graceville Celebrates Safety, Service, and Dedication at Annual Dinner
On Wednesday, June 18, Rex Lumber Company’s Graceville location hosted its highly anticipated Annual Safety & Service Dinner—an day...
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Jul 72 min read


Recollections - Legends of Yesterday: The Cotton Gins
This is a reprint of original articles by Hugh Woolley, a longtime resident and community leader of Graceville. Woolley published these...
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Jun 154 min read


First Baptist Campbellton celebrates 200 years of serving God
Reverend Luther Pumphrey and Florida Baptist Historical Society Director Don Hepburn First Baptist Church of Campbellton held a special...
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Mar 222 min read
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