Jackson County ranked ninth as the fastest-shrinking counties in Florida
Florida ranks eighth in the fastest growing state in the United States. It is known for its rapid population gains and it is estimated...
Sheriff’s race for 2024 is heating up
As the 2024 political season approaches, Jackson County is seeing candidates popping up as early as a year from the primary date of August...
Smith and Smith Jewelers closing after 28 years
The saying ‘All good things must come to an end’ rings true with the recent news of Smith and Smith Jewelers closing their doors...
School board receives 10 AEDs
The Jackson County School Board is like every other county and municipality with the economy up in the air right now. They are crunched...
JCFR Chief Brunner appointed to state committee
Jackson County Fire Rescue Chief Charlie Brunner just returned from a one-day seminar at Florida State Fire College in Ocala. Brunner was nominated to...
JCFR leads door to balloon time for six months straight
The Marines have competition to earn bragging rights, just as various other career fields have various areas where they can achieve top rankings. Even...
JCFR adds decontamination unit to its fleet
The saying ‘better late than never’ couldn’t be more fitting than it was last week for Jackson County Fire and Rescue. Delivered later than...
School District announces summer feeding program
The Jackson County School District has worked with Sodexo since the onset of the Pandemic to make sure the children of Jackson County are...
Gerald “Jerry” Chatwood – shaping one student at a time
Every student has memories of at least one teacher; some remember several who impacted their lives, academically and otherwise, and whose influence has lasted...
Paramore’s Pharmacy and Gifts- your full-service store
Tuesday appeared to be a normal day for employees at Paramore’s Pharmacy and Gifts for all intents and purposes. Prescriptions were being brought in,...