Gulf County senior citizens gather for Thanksgiving feast
The Gulf County Senior Citizens Association had to set out extra chairs and tables…
Community donates $30,000 to Hurricane Ian recovery
The Gulf County Sheriff’s Office, Gulf County, and the cities of Port St. Joe and Mexico Beach issued an ambitious challenge to the community about a month ago.
“We asked the general …
Wewahitchka firehouse bonding company sues former contractor in federal court
The bonding company acting as the surety for the Wewahitchka Fire Station project has filed a federal lawsuit against the former contractor for the project, Winterfell Construction, Inc., and the …
Where to find Thanksgiving meal assistance in Gulf County
At least three local organizations will be offering assistance with Thanksgiving meals to those in need this year. Starting next week, Gulf County residents will be able to enjoy a free meal or …
Wewahitchka gathers to celebrate local history
Under tents behind the Charles Whitehead Public Library in Wewahitchka, members of the community gathered last Saturday, November 12, to take in some local history and catch up over live music and …
Gulf County sees high voter turnout in 2022
In 2022, Gulf County saw its highest voter turnout in a midterm election since at least 2007 (when records began to be digitized), even with turnout statewide being lower than expected.
About 61.7 …
Sheriff’s Office begins collecting toys, funds for holiday toy drive
The Gulf County Sheriff’s Office is starting their toy drive for the holidays a little early this year.
With inflation on the rise and housing costs still high, Sheriff Mike Harrison said he …
Port St. Joe soccer teams open challenging season
As reported in a previous story, Port St. Joe boys head coach Brian Burkett expected this to be “one of the most challenging seasons” that the Tiger Sharks had ever had, and the early …
Port St. Joe programs honors veterans
The John C. Gainous VFW Post 10069’s Veterans Day program was moved indoors with cloudy skies still looming from Tropical Storm Nicole. A guest speaker canceled their appearance, and with …
A Southern twist of savory soups
“Only the pure in heart can make good soup,” Ludwig Van Beethoven is quoted as having said. I’m not sure whether that’s true or not, but I do believe that good soup is a heartening delight that is …