By WILLIAM SNOWDEN
Editor
The Wakulla School Board held a special workshop on Monday, Sept. 30 to discuss with Superintendent-elect Rick Myhre and district staff some of the upcoming changes to policy.
Read More …Smaller newspaper than usual
Because of challenges with electricity and internet, this week’s Wakulla Sun is smaller than usual and does not include some of the regular features. It should return to normal next week.
Hurricane disrupts War Eagles
By WILLIAM SNOWDEN
Editor
As Hurricane Helene neared, and the county issued a mandatory evacuation order, the school district cancelled school and extracurricular activities – including Friday night’s big game against district rival Suwannee.
Read More …Coastal Cleanup held Sept. 21
By TAMMIE NASON
KWCB Director
This year’s International Coastal Cleanup on Sept. 21 kicked off with a stunning sunrise over the bay at Woolley Park in Panacea.
Read More …
4-H Peanut Butter Challenge returns
Special to The Sun
Since 2012, UF/IFAS Extension and partner institution Florida A&M University Cooperative Extension have donated tons of peanut butter to food banks through their annual Peanut Butter Challenge.
Read More …Weekly Roundup: Helene hammers Florida
By JIM TURNER
News Service of Florida
TALLAHASSEE – The Category 4 Hurricane Helene unleashed its wrath on Florida this week, packing 140 mph winds and making landfall Thursday night near the Taylor County community of Perry.
Read More …Linda Oaks
Wakulla Public Library’s director, ‘Library Linda,’ is passionate about her community
By LINDA ANN McDONALD
Correspondent
Public libraries in the United States play an essential role in providing safe, accessible, and 100% free educational resource centers for every member in communities across the country.
Read More …Need for mental health screenings
By SAMANTHA KENNEDY
Extension Director
In recent years, the spotlight on mental health has illuminated a pressing issue: the necessity of regular screening for depression and other mental illnesses. As awareness grows, it becomes increasingly clear that identifying and addressing mental health issues early can have profound impacts on overall well-being and societal health.
Read More …Reserve Unit provides services from volunteers
By JARED MILLER
Wakulla Sheriff
From the Desk of Sheriff Miller:
If you were to take a poll of the community and ask about the functions of the Sheriff’s Office, I’m sure you would get a wide range of answers.
Most people know that Road Patrol Deputies patrol the streets answering calls and enforcing laws, and that our Detectives spend their days investigating various crimes which have been committed.
