By JIM TURNER
News Service of Florida

TALLAHASSEE – August came to a close with Gov. Ron DeSantis trying to douse a growing uproar about adding amenities such as golf to award-winning state parks.
The week ended as animosity between the governor’s office and Rep. Randy Fine, a Brevard County Republican, continued to simmer over DeSantis’ recent trip to Ireland.

Wakulla Fire Rescue Chief Louis

By LINDA ANN McDONALD
Correspondent

A true public servant is characterized by altruism, a deep sense of duty to the public, and a commitment to integrity and transparency. Their decisions and actions are guided by the welfare of the community and the nation, often at the expense of personal gain or comfort.

By SAMANTHA KENNEDY
Extension Director

Almost two years ago, my mom was diagnosed with dementia. It was the first time I had ever experienced something like that so close to home and it was scary and confusing and heartbreaking to see someone I love so much change so drastically. To see her struggling and not know how to help her beyond just being there for her.

By JARED MILLER
Wakulla Sheriff

I would like to start off this month’s article with a heartfelt thank you to the citizens of Wakulla County. I am honored to have been elected to serve another term as Sheriff of Wakulla County and am truly humbled by the level of support that the community showed me.
Serving as the Wakulla County Sheriff for the past eight years has been a privilege, and I am excited and honored to be able to continue in this position.

By GREG GAST

“Optimists are right. So are pessimists. It’s up to you to choose which you will be.” -Havery Mackay

Healthy decision-making can be difficult. It impacts our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
I’m talking about the choice to think for yourself. The choice to be happy or miserable. The choice to believe whatever you want to believe. Or the choice to have any perspective you want on life.

The calendar of events for September

Monday, Sept. 2

• LABOR DAY – Banks, schools and government offices will be closed for the holiday.
• The Wakulla Respite Program is available for anyone with memory impairment at no cost from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lake Ellen Baptist Church every Monday.
• Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. every Monday at 54 Ochlockonee St.

By BRIAN ENGLISH

Many Americans, through circumstances beyond their control, find themselves needing to retire earlier than anticipated. Whatever the circumstances, it’s difficult not to feel wrongfooted and hurried by the situation. However, it’s important to get yourself back on track as soon as possible. Here are some things to consider as you make the transition:

By Elizabeth Smith. Originally published in the January 1969 issue of the Magnolia Monthly.

Fort Stansbury (or Stansberry) can be found on maps of Leon County made in the 1840’s but its life was short, and few but dedicated archeologists have found its location. After Wakulla County was formed out of the southern half of Leon County in 1843, the fort’s location was put on Wakulla County maps, but by then it was already going out of existence.
The fort, which was apparently started in 1840, was a hastily erected log enclosure and used to help subdue the southern Creek, or Seminole, Indians during the Second Seminole War.