Carrie Hughes wins

Wins handily in three-way race; school referendum is approved

Candidates Carrie Hughes, left, with Beverly Keister and Patricia Dyszer at a September forum.

By WILLIAM SNOWDEN
Editor

Republican Carrie Hughes won the race for the district 4 county commission seat over Democrat Beverly Keister and no-party candidate Patricia Dyszer.

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Ashley Schilling disciplinary hearing is held

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Sopchoppy City Clerk
Ashley Schilling

A special meeting to consider Sopchoppy City Clerk Ashley Schilling’s appeal of disciplinary action was held at Sopchoppy City Hall on Monday, Nov. 2.
Following deliberations, the Sopchoppy City Council voted to uphold the proposed disciplinary action. The council’s final verdict stated: “Written Reprimand as Proposed is Upheld.”
The disciplinary matter stemmed from an incident during an August budget hearing. During a discussion regarding the Public Works Department, Schilling reportedly became upset, left the meeting, and directed a vulgar epithet toward Seth Green, the city’s Public Works Director.

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Prepping for the next hurricane

By DEDRICK DAVIS
FAMU student

With the onset of hurricane season and the threat of major storms, residents are implementing measures to safeguard their homes and loved ones. By gathering water supplies and making their houses resilient to high winds and flooding, many recognize the significance of being prepared. Nonetheless, locating supplies prior to stores depleting continues to be a frequent difficulty.
Kyle Lawhorn mentioned that his preparation for hurricanes typically includes ensuring his phone is charged and buying sufficient drinking water.

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Blithe Spirits at WCT

Get ready for an hour of supernatural surprises, witty humor, and a little ghostly chaos as Wakulla Community Theatre presents an abridged version of Noël Coward’s classic comedy, Blithe Spirit. Adapted by Laurence Maslon and directed by Krissy Sanchez, this delightfully spirited production tells the story of Charles Condomine, a successful writer who invites an eccentric medium to his home for what he believes will be an entertaining evening of research.

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FSU loses to Clemson, Coach Norvell fired

From The Oseola

Florida State fired coach Mike Norvell on Sunday, a day after a loss at Clemson and one that will cost the school a buyout of $50 million that is among the largest in college football history.
Norvell won 19 straight games from the middle of the 2022 season through an ACC title in December 2023. But the Seminoles went 10-22 since the start of the 2024 season, and Norvell’s hand-picked quarterbacks — DJ Uiagalelei, Tommy Castellanos and Ashton Daniels — all struggled with accuracy.

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Wakulla dominates Leon, 46-7

Close out regular season with a big win. Playoffs start on Nov. 13, unclear if War Eagles will host

War Eagle Running Back Bryce Manning scores one of his two rushing touchdowns against the Lions.

By WILLIAM SNOWDEN
Editor

The Wakulla War Eagles closed out the regular season with dominating performance against the Leon Lions for Homecoming – a 46-7 stomping of the Lions.
“Our guys didn’t take them lightly and prepared the right way all week,” said Head Coach Derek Allen Jr. “They showed that Friday night.”
Players of the Week were Bryce Manning as MVP. He had 8 carries for 82 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Offensive Player of the Week was quarterback Ashton Brooks, who was 9 for 11 passing for 138 yards and 2 touchdowns.

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David Harvey

David Harvey in his Crawfordville recording studio.
David Harvey in his Crawfordville recording studio.

Although retired, Sheriff David Harvey’s love for and involvement in Wakulla County have not ended. Today, he remains an active voice in the community through The David Harvey Show, a radio show and podcast, where he discusses local issues with guests, shares stories, and promotes everything that makes Wakulla County special.

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