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Kemp’s motion to dismiss heard by judge

Posted onMay 6, 2026May 5, 2026AuthorWilliam Snowden

Circuit Judge Jeremiah Hawkes takes matter under advisement; sets trial for August

By WILLIAM SNOWDEN/Editor

Former County Commissioner Mike Kemp was in court on Monday with his attorney arguing for dismissal of two felony charges of using a public record to harass and tampering with a witness.
The motion was heard by Circuit Court Judge Jeremiah Hawkes, who did not immediately rule, but gave Kemp’s attorney, Stephen Webster, and Wakulla Chief Prosecutor Andrew Deneen another day to file any last minute responses to matters.

GOP meet & greet

Posted onMay 6, 2026May 5, 2026AuthorWilliam Snowden

A couple of Republican candidates for Congress, Keith Gross and Evan Power, above with County Commissioner Fred Nichols, visited Wakulla last week for meet & greet at Tropical Trader, sharing their views.

Carrie Hughes is candidate for county commission, district 4

Posted onMay 6, 2026May 5, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

CANDIDATE ANNOUNCEMENT

County commission candidate Carrie Hughes

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

Posted onMay 6, 2026May 5, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

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.

Night of Joy Prom held at Wakulla Springs

Posted onMay 6, 2026May 6, 2026AuthorLinda Ann McDonald

Savannah Kent, Shiann Croley, Rachel Seidler and Sarah Andrews at the prom.

By LINDA ANN McDONALD
Correspeondent

Wakulla Springs Lodge was transformed into a magical night of friends, fun, dancing, and Joy as JOY-Filled Journeys Corp held their annual Night of Joy Prom on Saturday, May 2.

Tree tales with Stan Rosenthal on Sunday

Posted onMay 6, 2026May 5, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

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.

Medart School of Music recital set

Posted onMay 6, 2026May 5, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

Special to the Sun

The Medart School of Music will be having its Spring recitals on Saturday, May 9th at the Ochlockonee Bay United Methodist Church located at 2780 Surf Road. There will be performances at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Ask Judge Smith: Honoring the 250th birthday of the U.S.

Posted onMay 6, 2026May 6, 2026AuthorSpecial to The Sun

By JUDGE LAYNE SMITH

Years ago, I wrote three newspaper columns with “Independence Day” in-mind. I share them now in celebration of our nation’s 250th birthday.

Talking Taxes and the French and Indian War (part one of three)

Our discussion of government and American justice begins with the French and Indian War. This conflict began in 1756 when local Indian tribes allied with the French and fought against the British expansion.