The Jackson County School Board spent significant time working through a complex and emotionally charged discussion surrounding staffing allocations, budget limitations, and the long-term sustainability of the district.

After nearly a decade in the making, the Gulf Coast Children’s Advocacy Center officially opened its new Marianna facility Friday, marking a significant expansion of services for children and families affected by abuse across Jackson County and surrounding rural areas.

Jackson County Fire Rescue is set to receive a major upgrade thanks to a rare and highly competitive state grant, one that no other agency in Florida secured.

Jackson County residents made their frustrations with Florida Public Utilities loud and clear during the Board of County Commissioners’ monthly meeting, where complaints about billing issues, lack of local access, and customer service failures dominated discussion.

All Jackson County Schools (Florida) will be closed tomorrow, Friday, April 17th, to allow for a thorough spring cleaning of campuses and buses as we work to reduce the spread of illness.

The skies over Panama City Beach drew thousands this past weekend as the Gulf Coast Salute Air Show returned with a full lineup of high-energy performances and near-perfect weather.

The Jackson County Board of County Commissioners revisited its decision on which newspaper will publish the county’s delinquent tax rolls, an item that had been tabled at a previous meeting.

Tuesday morning, the North Florida Research and Education Center welcomed producers, landowners, agricultural professionals, and students to its 2026 Beef and Forage Field Day just outside Marianna. Held every 18 months, the event is designed to bring the agricultural community together for a full day of practical learning, hands-on demonstrations, and expert insight aimed at improving beef cattle and forage management.

The 9th Annual Chipola Mental Health Symposium brought students, educators, and community partners together April 2 at the Chipola Cultural Center, continuing a growing tradition of mental health awareness in Jackson County.

April is recognized nationwide as Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and encouraging communities to stay alert to the signs of abuse and neglect.

The Marianna Police Department is partnering with the Autism Hero Project to bring the Blue Envelope Program to the community, an initiative designed to make interactions between law enforcement and individuals with autism safer, clearer, and less stressful.

The Marianna Farmers Market is marking a major milestone this spring, celebrating 50 years of serving Jackson County while also stepping into a new chapter of growth and expansion.

Born April 9, 1926, Katrina Pittman Olds will mark a remarkable milestone, one that few are blessed to reach.

Zack and Juanita Arnold recently shared the story of a lifetime with members of the Marianna Optimist Club, recounting their year-long journey along the famed Great Loop, a 6,000-mile boating route that winds through the eastern United States, the Great Lakes and portions of Canada.

Marianna High School’s Brain Bowl A team brought home the state championship last week, finishing a perfect 10-0 and winning every match decisively on the way to the title.

The annual Cruisin’ for Kids Car Show and Festival, hosted by the Optimist Club of Jackson County, once again brought the community together for a day of fun and nostalgia.

A room filled with civic leaders, lawmakers, and municipal officials from across the region paused to recognize a man whose name has become synonymous with dedication to public service.

Construction is underway on a new Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services agricultural inspection station near Campbellton, marking a significant addition to the state’s border protection network in Jackson County.

County Administrator Jim Dean presented the request and introduced Becky Keyes, chief of Medical Health Services, to speak on Barfield’s qualifications.

The Jackson County Master Gardeners kicked off the spring season with their annual plant sale on Saturday, March 21, drawing a strong turnout from local gardening enthusiasts.

The Jackson County Board of Commissioners approved the sale of five acres in Endeavor Industrial Park to support a new economic development project tied to the healthcare industry.

At Tuesday night’s Jackson County Commission meeting, several residents spoke during the public comment period about ongoing concerns with road conditions in rural parts of the county.

Governor Ron DeSantis has signed Senate Bill 290, known as the Florida Farm Bill, a sweeping piece of legislation that could have direct implications for agricultural communities across the Panhandle, including Jackson County, where farming remains a major economic driver.

The Jackson County School Board received a welcome boost during last week’s board meeting when representatives from United Way of Northwest Florida presented a donation totaling $6,400 to support local students.

What an incredible evening celebrating the past, present, and future of the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce at the 2026 Annual Chamber Banquet.

Chipola Brain Bowl is quietly reaching new heights, competition by competition.

City commissioners received an update during their regular meeting regarding the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) Resilience Project and the need to extend the grant agreement through June 30, 2027, to allow time to complete all project components and required reporting.

A jury Friday night decided David Wayne Weddle is guilty as charged of two counts of DUI Manslaughter for the deaths of two women in a car he struck after running a stop sign in 2021, State Attorney Larry Basford announced.

At last week’s Jackson County School Board workshop, board members and district officials discussed staffing vacancies, including a discrepancy in the reported number of open teaching positions. No formal action was taken.

The City of Marianna recognizes the importance of acknowledging employees for the work they do. Small gestures, such as recognizing five-, ten-, or even longer service anniversaries, help remind employees that their dedication is appreciated.