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.

The Jackson County School Board returned a tradition this year that has been missing since the onslaught of Covid in 2019.

Lindsey Bigale was recognized last week as the 2026 Jackson County Teacher of the Year during a celebration honoring outstanding educators, rookie teachers and the School Related Employee of the Year.

Governor DeSantis has been pushing a major overhaul of Florida’s property tax system, centered on dramatically reducing or even eliminating property taxes on primary (homestead) residences.

Jackson County is preparing for a packed calendar of events as Facilities and Event Coordinator Brian Walker works to bring more activity, entertainment, and opportunity to county venues.

Florida has passed a new law aimed at improving the safety of high school athletes by identifying hidden heart conditions before they become life-threatening.

The Marianna High School Band, known as The Pride, has been selected to march in the 2027 Sugar Bowl Parade in New Orleans, Louisiana.

The Jackson County Board of County Commissioners paused during their full agenda Tuesday to recognize a decade of service from one of Jackson County Fire Rescue’s own.

The Jackson County Board of County Commissioners voted 3-2 to approve an increase in ambulance transport rates, following a recommendation from the county’s billing and collections consulting firm.

Florida State Parks Director Chuck Hatcher, a Jackson County native whose career began at the local level, was recognized at the Florida Capitol on February 4 during the 3rd Annual Florida State Parks Day, an event highlighting the ecological, recreational, and economic importance of the state’s park system.

Malone Town Clerk Karen Wagner provided an update this week on several grants received by the Town of Malone and the progress made on projects supported by those funds.

The Jackson County Commission confirmed that advertising for the 2025 tax certificates will be put out for bid through a Request for Qualifications.

The Marianna City Commission on Tuesday night took time to recognize one of its own, honoring a man widely regarded by colleagues as someone who never hesitates to step up, often before anyone even realizes help is needed.

Verizon is exploring plans to improve spotty cell service near Marianna High School by partnering with Milestone Towers to construct a cell tower on school district property.

Jackson County residents were invited to a meet-and-greet at Jackson Hospital last week.

The Jackson County Times staff  met with Marianna Recreation Director Jeff Faircloth last week for an update on the status of the work at Jenings Field.

Monday afternoon, city and county officials, contractors, members of the public gathered in blistering temperatures for the ground-breaking of a resiliency hub.

Marianna residents will see a modest increase in the garbage portion of their water bills following action taken at a recent special meeting.

The Jackson County Board of County Commissioners wrapped up its meeting Tuesday night by unanimously voting 5-0 to offer the position of county attorney to Casey Bigelow.