A groundbreaking ceremony for the new public library was held on Monday, Nov. 17.
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Cougars are Champions
Special to The Sun
Congratulations to the Cougars – Undefeated Super Bowl Champions of Wakulla County!
The Cougars completed a perfect 11–0 season by dominating the Mountaineers 36–0 in the Championship Game!
Powered by a high-octane offense that scored 453 total points and a stingy defense that allowed only 12 points all season, this team proved to be something truly special. Their success is a reflection of hard work, discipline, and determination from start to finish.
“This is now back-to-back Super Bowl wins for the Cougars, which comes with a lot of hard work and dedication,” said Head Coach Derrick Franklin.
Congratulations to our outstanding players:
Vanessa Dykes, Sean Garner, Easton Manning, Cody Ryan, Thomas Keen, Josijah Lighter, Gabriel Alanis, Terry Harvey Jr., Melvin Tointigh, Kasen Henderson, De’sean Monroe, Jacobi Marine, Cornelius Williams, Clifford Dykes, Fisher Harless, David Clinton, Brayden Dyal, Blake Whitfield, Rhyder Pace, Tyrone Harris, Kenneth Robinson, and Will Rummel.
And a huge thank-you to our coaches: Mike Paynter, Jessie Davis, and Derrick Franklin.
Go Cougars!
Art Walk held on Saturday
Lots of art was on display at Azalea Park on Saturday.
Read More …Teachers of the Year are named
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Wakulla County Schools proudly announces the 2025-26 Teachers of the Year, recognizing outstanding educators from each school who exemplify the district’s mission of Rigor, Relevance, and Resilience.
Read More …Car Show
Saturday’s car show by Friends of Wakulla Springs included the Rat Rod, above; Christy Frye’s 1965 purple Ford truck; and the 1970s Datsun pulled up from a sinkhole. (Photos by Perry Dissmore)
Read More …Ernie Stevenson Memorial Fishing Tourney is set
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Next Saturday, Nov. 22, the Fellowship Of Christian Athletes will hold the second annual Ernie Stevenson Memorial Fishing Tournament.
Read More …Voice of Democracy winners
By NANCY FLOYD-RICHARDSON
Wakulla High School is proud to recognize Rose Mitchell, Violet Sexton, Bryson Wombles, and Candra Dow as the school-level winners of the Voice of Democracy Patriotic Audio-Essay Competition.
Read More …WHS presents the play Harvey this weekend
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Wakulla High School Theatre invites the community to step into a world of imagination and laughter with its upcoming production of Harvey by Mary Chase. Performances will take place Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 13–15 at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 16 at 2:30 p.m. in the Wakulla High School auditorium.
Read More …Ask Judge Smith: Two key criminal law concepts
By JUDGE LAYNE SMITH
Q. I’ve been watching some courtroom dramas, and I’m curious about some legal concepts I’ve heard mentioned. Can you explain the presumption of innocence and the right to remain silent? Erin
A. Erin, you have hit on two bedrock concepts that trial courts and lawyers emphasize at every criminal trial. Let’s break down each one.
Firehouse Subs donates to Wakulla Fire Rescue
Northwest Florida First Responders awarded nearly $85,000 for critical lifesaving equipment
As first responders continue to serve the northwest Florida area, it’s important that they remain properly equipped to handle all emergencies. Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation recognized their need for new lifesaving equipment and recently awarded almost $85,000 in grant funding to Wakulla County Fire Rescue and City of Gretna Fire Rescue.
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