By WILLIAM SNOWDEN
Editor
Some of the actions taken in this month’s felony court cases in front of Wakulla Circuit Judge Layne Smith:
Read More …Felony court shorts
Wakulla 4-H Nature Crew club charts new path
By RACHEL PIENTA
4-H Agent
On a mild February morning, the 4-H Nature Crew Club set out on an adventure that blended education, exploration, and a deep appreciation for the natural beauty of Wakulla County. Their destination—Wakulla Springs State Park, one of Florida’s ecological treasures, became both classroom and playground as club members immersed themselves in learning about freshwater ecosystems, wildlife habitats, and conservation.
Read More …Future chefs compete
Four elementary students given professional staff cook for judges
By LYNDA KINSEY
Staff
Four students were all geared up with prep gloves, aprons, chef hats or team bandanas, and a couple with step stools, ready for the Future Chefs culinary Competition National Challenge by Sodexo at Wakulla High School on Thursday night.
One child was chosen from each elementary school in the district to participate in the challenge.
History program set on Apalachee Indians
Special to The Sun
The Wakulla County Historical Society invites you to attend our Second Tuesday History Talk on thatching and the history of the Apalachee Indians.
The slideshow presentation by Nelson Martin will be held on Tuesday, March 10, at 6 p.m. at the Wakulla County Public Library, 4330 Crawfordville Hwy. Martin will also talk some about the Calusa Indians who are the focus of the museum of Natural History.
Special session needed for property tax, DeSantis says
By JIM TURNER
News Service of Florida
Gov. Ron DeSantis said the effort to offer voters property tax relief will require time beyond the regular session.
With the regular 60-day session set to end March 13, DeSantis claimed that despite the House approving property tax relief legislation (HJR 203), the Senate agrees with him that the creation of a November ballot item on homestead property taxes will be addressed after that date.
7 Wakulla wrestlers qualify for state tournament
By WALT JACOBS
Correspondent
On February 28th, in spite of only having nine wrestlers competing, Wakulla placed second as a team in the 1A Region 1 Championship.
Read More …Kade Gerrell – Shadeville Elementary
Principal: Tim Wheeler
Achievements/Reason for Nomination: We are so proud to recognize Kade Gerrell as Shadeville Elementary School’s Student of the Week! Kade is a wonderful kindergarten student who brings joy, curiosity, and kindness into our school each day. His positive attitude and eagerness to learn make him a standout in the classroom, and we are thrilled to celebrate him for all the great things he’s doing.
Way to go, Kade! Keep shining bright, buddy — your Shadeville family is proud of you!
STUDENT OF THE WEEK FEATURES A DIFFERENT SCHOOL EACH WEEK.
Chamber luncheon & ribbon-cutting held
2 players sign college scholarships
By LINDA ANN McDONALD
Correspondent
Wakulla High School hosted two scholarship signing ceremonies on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at the high school.
Stand-outs Auvion Thomas and Wyatt Brown signed with college universities based on stellar athleticism and academics. Both athletes were supported by coaching staff, educational staff, family, and friends present at the event.
