Commission Votes No on AI Data Center Before Packed Crowd
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.
What It Means to Be Neighborly Again
There was a time when being neighborly was not considered extraordinary.
Optimist Park Soccer Winding Down
Three leagues are finishing up the spring soccer season but competing at the highest level to capture that all-important city championship title. From the Tiny Mites to the Juniors, the excitement on the field was nothing short of awesome.
Planting Seeds for the Future: Gilbert Farms Opens Young Minds to Modern Agriculture
For many students, farming means tractors, dirt roads, and long days in the heat. But Dexter Gilbert wants the next generation to see something bigger.
Jackson County AA Round Up
Three AA coach pitch games at Optimist Park featured plenty of offense and extra-base hits during a busy week on the diamond.
Jackson County Schools Facing Tough Budget Decisions as Enrollment Drops Nearly 500 Students
School districts across Florida are preparing for another difficult budget year, but in Jackson County, the numbers tell a particularly troubling story.
Former Sneads Standout Jordyn Riano Takes over Marianna Volleyball Program
Marianna High School has turned to a familiar face with championship experience to lead its volleyball program, naming Jordyn Riano as the school’s new head volleyball coach.
Vehicle Theft Investigation Leads to Arrest Warrants for Four Juveniles
Between May 8, 2026, and May 11, 2026, the Marianna Police Department responded to and investigated three vehicle thefts and one vehicle burglary within the City of Marianna.
Historic Season Ends at State for Cottondale Hornets
A season filled with grit, resilience, and history came to an end Wednesday morning as the Cottondale Hornets fell 2-0 to top-seeded Union County in the FHSAA State Semifinals.