Two Marianna Parks Receiving Major Upgrades
Two Marianna Parks are in store for overhauls in the coming months. Wynn Street Park was shut down April 20 for nine months for a full renovation. In the coming months, Circle Drive Park will be shut down also for an uplifting with major upgrades coming to it.
JaCo-Con ’26 Returns to Jackson County
Get ready for a day full of comics, gaming, cosplay, anime, books, and sci-fi at the second annual JaCo-Con ‘26, returning to Jackson County this weekend.
Cottondale Claims Third Straight District Championship
Sneads and Cottondale are on a collision course again, but not before a dominant opening round across the district set the tone.
Local Author Douglas Robbins Brings Family History to Life in Debut Novel
Marianna resident Douglas Robbins is proving it’s never too late to chase a story worth telling.
JCSB Faces Hard Choices on Staffing, Budget, and Declining Enrollment
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.
County honors 100-year-old Katrina Pittman Olds with proclamation
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.
Board Approves Certificate of Substantial Complete for Indian Springs Phase 2
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.
Gulf Coast Advocacy Center Opens Marianna Facility, Expanding Services to Rural Families
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.