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Beverly Keister is running for BOCC

Posted onSeptember 23, 2026September 23, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT

County commission candidate Beverly Keister

By BEVERLY KEISTER Candidate

I have always been interested in politics and I am deeply concerned about the lack of responsiveness of the current Wakulla County government. I do not think the current administration is adequately representing the citizens of Wakulla County. I want to be sure the pristine natural beauty of Wakulla County is preserved and protected. I think there is a need for more access to recreational opportunities for our youth. I think developers should pay their fair share of new development.

PAWS holds Pamper Your Pooch dog wash on Saturday

Posted onSeptember 23, 2026September 23, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

PAWS President Petra Shuff and a volunteer wash a dog. PHOTOS BY NICOLE CASE

Florida Wild Mammal’s Feathers and Fur fundraiser is Oct. 17

Posted onSeptember 23, 2026September 24, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

Special to The Sun

Every year, North Florida residents encounter native wildlife in trouble – an orphaned squirrel after a storm, an injured owl along a roadway, a young raccoon separated from its mother, or another wild animal that suddenly needs help.

Nearly 700 volunteers help at Coastal Cleanup in Wakulla

Posted onSeptember 23, 2026September 23, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

By TAMMIE NASON KWCB Director

Keep Wakulla County Beautiful’s 2026 International Coastal Cleanup brought together approximately 700 volunteers on Saturday, Sept. 19, for a morning of service, education, and community celebration across Wakulla County.

Art in the Park is coming. Vendor applications due Sept. 25

Posted onSeptember 23, 2026September 23, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

By NICOLE CASE Correspondent

Wakulla County and Visit Wakulla are ushering in a new tradition: the Art Walk in the Park, an event that began in Crawfordville in 2025.

The event, which seeks to highlight local artisans and musicians, will be held at Azalea and Hudson parks on Nov. 14, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

First hearing on county budget is held

Posted onSeptember 16, 2026September 16, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

By NICOLE CASE
Corrrespondent

The Wakulla County Commission held the first public hearing on the millage rate at a meeting held Tuesday, Sept. 8.
County commissioners set the tentative millage rate at 7.7 mills and gave preliminary approval to the county budget.
State Attorney Jack Campbell appeared at the meeting to request a fund of $65,000 – a total that includes a one-time $15,000 payment – to cover the increasing costs of improved technology in the courtroom.

‘The Clumsy Custard’ at WHS

Posted onSeptember 16, 2026September 16, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

Wakulla High School Theatre invites audiences to step into the wonderfully wacky Kingdoms of Zob Proper and Zob Improper this September for its production of “The Clumsy Custard,” a fast-paced comedy filled with heroes, villains, princesses, monsters and plenty of unexpected laughs.

War Eagles fall to Pace, 37-29

Posted onSeptember 16, 2026September 16, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

MVP and Special Teams Player of the Week Ryheem Moore blocks a punt. The ball rolled out of the end zone for a safety. PHOTO BY
PERRY DISSMORE

By WILLIAM SNOWDEN
Editor

The Wakulla War Eagles suffered their first loss of the season, falling to the Pace Patriots 37-29 in a hard-fought battle. The War Eagles are now 3-1 on the year.
Head Coach Derek Allen Jr. said he was obviously disappointed in the result.

See our Football page for Coaces Corner and Players of the Week.

Outdoor artist, writer George Weymouth has died

Posted onSeptember 10, 2026September 10, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

Artist George Weymouth in 2023 with one of his artworks that was purchased by the Wakulla County Property Appraiser’s office.

By MADELEINE CARR
Special to The Sun

George Weymouth, an accomplished outdoor artist and a longtime wildlife columnist, died on Sept. 2, 2026 in Gainesville. He was 92.

Sopchoppy Depot Days is Saturday

Posted onSeptember 10, 2026September 10, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

Special to The Sun

Join us Saturday, September 12th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in beautiful, downtown Sopchoppy for the Annual Sopchoppy Depot Days. We will be celebrating the historic Sopchoppy Depot, one of the original depots along the historic Georgia, Florida & Alabama (GF & A) line.