Shannon Smith
By WALT JACOBS/Correspondent
On April 28th, Wakulla High School announced Shannon Smith as the new head coach of the wrestling program.
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Shannon Smith
Author: Special to The Sun
Shannon Smith
Mia Withers is crowned new Miss Wakulla
On Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Wakulla High School Auditorium, Mia Withers was crowned the 2026 Miss Wakulla County. Mia is the daughter of Lisa and Eddie Metcalf and the late Ben Withers. Contestants competed in the areas of scholastic and community achievement, short essay, personal interview, personal introduction, on-stage question, evening gown, and an on-stage judges’ final question. Along with being crowned Miss Wakulla County, Mia received a $1,500 scholarship.
Read More …Night of jazz
The Wakulla Jazz Band presented a Night of Jazz on Friday, May 8 at the high school. (Photos by Perry Dissmore)
Read More …Student of the Week
Rowyn Shaw stopped by The Wakulla Sun office to get a newspaper with her honored as Student of the Week. Apparently, the school sent in the wrong spelling with the information and we are glad to correct it here.
Wakulla Garden Club announces leadership changes
Special to The Sun
The Wakulla County Garden Club announced at a recent meeting a transition in its board of directors, recognizing outgoing leaders and welcoming new officers.
Read More …Ask Judge Smith: Give me Whataburger or give me death
By JUDGE LAYNE SMITH
This is part two of three:
Imagine, if you will, being the first settler of an American colony. Having crossed the Atlantic Ocean in a boat roughly the size of the S. S. Minnow, you disembark into the wilderness. There is nothing else. No Publix, no Whataburger, no hospital, no infrastructure.
Wakulla Christian earns accreditation
Special to The Sun
Wakulla Christian School is proud to announce that it has been officially accredited by the Middle States Association (MSA), a globally recognized leader in accreditation and school improvement. This milestone reflects the school’s ongoing commitment to academic excellence, organizational integrity, and continuous growth. WCS is also accredited by the Florida Association of Chrisitan Colleges and Schools.
Read More …Carrie Hughes is candidate for county commission, district 4
CANDIDATE ANNOUNCEMENT
By CARRIE HUGHES
Special to The Sun
Carrie Hughes has announced her candidacy for Wakulla County Commission, District 4, focusing on responsible growth, transparency, and protecting the county’s character.
Hughes was raised in Tallahassee and has lived in Wakulla County for the past 20 years. Her husband, Lex, and his family have called Wakulla home for nearly 40 years. Not long after Hughes relocated, her sister joined her and raised children here who have since graduated from Wakulla High School, further strengthening the family’s deep roots and lasting commitment to the community.
Gunner Allen – 8th grader at Wakulla Middle School
Principal: Amy Bryan
Achievements/Reason for Nomination: Gunner Allen has been selected as Wakulla Middle School’s Student of the Week for his outstanding dedication, versatility, and positive presence both in and out of the classroom. A talented athlete, Gunner competes on the school’s track and field team, where he excels in the 800-meter run, 100-meter dash, and long jump. He also demonstrated endurance and commitment during cross-country season, competing in 2K races.
Tree tales with Stan Rosenthal on Sunday
We live in a “tree-mendous” region, with local forests exhibiting some of the highest tree diversity in the country. Join well-known retired Leon Couty Extension forester Stan Rosenthal for a look at his favorite, often missed, and possibly underutilized trees found in our area.
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