The Jackson County Board of County Commissioners faced a packed chamber and overflowing crowd Tuesday night as residents from Jackson and surrounding counties voiced overwhelming opposition to the possibility of a large-scale AI data center being developed near Compass Lake and the Econfina watershed area.

A discussion during a recent Jackson County Board of County Commissioners meeting has sparked growing public interest and concern after county officials revealed that a company has approached the county about a proposed project near the Bay County line along Highway 231 that could potentially involve an AI data processing center.

Jackson County commissioners spent considerable time Tuesday discussing appointments to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC), eventually tabling the matter after disagreement over whether applicants who attended the meeting should receive preference for the four open seats.

Another agenda item from the Jackson County Board of County Commissioners Meeting Tuesday. I would like detail in this article, with the commissioners comments and concerns noted. The concern over the confidentiality of the business and Ms. Watkins response about the proposed business not being detrimental to other 'like' businesses in the City of Graceville. Word count is not an issue.  Darwin Gilmore is president and CEO of Jackson County Economic Development.

Jackson County commissioners voted Tuesday morning to lift the countywide burn ban after recent rainfall improved conditions across the area.

The Jackson County Board of County Commissioners formally recognized a century of life, legacy, and community impact during its April 14 meeting, ratifying a proclamation honoring Katrina Pittman Olds on her 100th birthday.

The board considered a request for approval of a certificate of substantial completion for the Indian Springs Phase 2 water project. Officials said the project is essentially finished, with the only remaining work being connecting customers to the system.

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.

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.

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 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.

The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 12046 recently recognized two members of Jackson County Fire Rescue for their dedication to public safety during a presentation honoring outstanding first responders.

Boaters and anglers using Howell’s Landing on Lake Seminole now have an easier time launching and retrieving their boats thanks to recently completed improvements at the popular public ramp.

County commissioners voted unanimously to withdraw two grant applications tied to the Pusher Road Improvement Project after the county was unable to secure the required easements from property owners.

The Jackson County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to approve an updated rental policy and fee schedule for county-owned facilities during a recent meeting.

Jackson County has received a $250,000 grant from the Florida Department of Transportation to fund a major landscaping and beautification project along Penn Avenue, marking the first impression many travelers will see when exiting Interstate 10 at the Penn Avenue exit.

After the county’s top choice for county attorney withdrew from consideration, commissioners moved forward with their second-ranked applicant at Tuesday night’s county commission meeting.

The Jackson County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a modified interlocal agreement with the City of Marianna for fire protection services during its meeting Tuesday night.