Mark Pettus is Publisher of The Chattahoochee News-Herald & Sneads Sentinel. He can be reached at mark.pettus@prioritynews.net
Erin HillGadsden County News Service As temperatures rise across Florida, Florida Power & Light is encouraging customers to take steps to manage energy use and reduce cooling costs during what is expected to be a hotter-than-average summer. According to Florida Power & Light, some areas of the state are already experiencing heat index values in…
Erin HillGadsden County News Service A new monthly vintage market appears to be gaining momentum in downtown Havana. The Out of the Attic Vintage Market, held Saturday at the Havana History and Heritage Museum, attracted more than 120 visitors by noon, according to information provided by museum representatives. The market is held on the second…
Savor summer safely: Tips for healthy and delicious grillingShare Whiddon As temperatures rise and backyards fill with the aroma of sizzling food, summer grilling becomes a centerpiece of outdoor gatherings. Whether it’s a family cookout, neighborhood barbecue, or a picnic in the park, grilling offers a chance to enjoy flavorful meals and meaningful connections. But…
Erin HillGadsden County News Service Gadsden County commissioners reviewed proposed budget reductions across multiple departments during a June 11 budget workshop as officials work to balance the fiscal year 2026-27 budget amid uncertainty surrounding potential changes to Florida’s property tax system. Finance Director Rose Raynak presented a budget overview that included a review of fund…
It ain’t over till it’s overJudy Conlin I’m sure you remember me talking about my shiny red toaster that I got years ago. If you don’t, you are not the faithful reader that I believed you to be. I will refresh your memory. Years ago, I bought a shiny red toaster that amazed me. When…
“I love You, Father.” When I say this short sentence, it changes my day. Every time I express my love for my heavenly Father, silently or out loud, it makes my heart happy. Whether I’m making sales calls, writing my weekly column, loading the dishwasher, preparing for my Women of the Word group, or dealing…
Slim Randles Recently we left Emily of the fantastic cheekbones and Dewey the accident prone, happily locked together in a kiss after Dewey stumbled over a root. “Emily,” Dewey said, “I have a confession to make to you. I don’t have a neurotic fascination with manure.” “You don’t?” “No.” He kissed her again and they…
NOTICE UNDER FICTITIOUS NAME LAWPursuant to Section 865.09, Florida StatutesNOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Dwight G. Angel, desiring to engage inbusiness under the fictitious name of: National Registry of GunsmithsLocated in the County of: GADSDENIn the city of: HavanaState of: FloridaIntends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the FloridaDepartment of…
Consider the birds Nancy Kennedy As I write this, it’s pouring rain. Thunder rattling the windows. Lightning flashing all around, zigzagging across the darkened sky. Also as I write this, I can see three sandhill cranes standing in the rain despite the thunder and lightning, which, in my opinion, is setting a bad example for…
Erin Hill Gadsden County News Service Gadsden County commissioners revisited the Stevens School project during their June 2 meeting, discussing potential funding sources and possible next steps for the property. The item follows discussion by commissioners on May 19, when the board directed county administration to identify possible funding options for the project. Commissioner Brenda…
