Erin HillGadsden County News Service As the nation marks its 250th anniversary, residents will have the opportunity to look back at local history when a time capsule sealed 50 years ago is opened for public viewing. The time capsule was placed by First Baptist Church of Chattahoochee on July 4, 1976, during the United States…
Erin HillGadsden County News Service Gadsden County officials broke ground Wednesday on a $4 million expansion of the Cowen Public Library, launching a project intended to expand access to education, workforce development, technology and telehealth services for residents in Chattahoochee and the surrounding area. Funded through the Florida Department of Commerce using American Rescue Plan…
Beat the heat and stay safe in the sunSharlee Whiddon As temperatures rise and people make plans to spend more time outdoors, it is important to remember that while sunshine can be enjoyable, it can also pose serious health risks. Too much exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause sunburn, skin damage, eye…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR GADSDEN COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2026-CP-219 Division Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF JOHN R. GREGORY, JR. Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of John R. Gregory, Jr., deceased, whose date of death was January 4, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for Gadsden County,…
Erin HillGadsden County News Service Children and families kicked off Independence Day festivities by making homemade ice cream during a patriotic program at the Havana branch of the Gadsden County Public Library System. The library hosted its “Star-Spangled Sweets” event from 4 to 5:30 p.m. June 25 as part of a series held at library…
Erin HillGadsden County News Service The City of Quincy has a new police chief. Brian Alexander was sworn in as chief of the Quincy Police Department on June 15, ending a four-month search for the city’s top law enforcement officer. Alexander most recently served as police chief for the City of Gretna, a position he…
Erin Hill Gadsden County News Service Public concern over potential data center development took center stage at the June 16 Gadsden County Commission meeting, with residents raising questions about environmental impacts, water consumption and long-term economic benefits. While no data center proposal was before the commission, several residents used the public comment portion of the…
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)HVAC DESIGN, INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE SERVICES The Havana History & Heritage Society (HHHS) is seeking proposals from qualified HVAC contractors to evaluate, recommend, furnish, and install heating and cooling systems for the historic Planters Exchange Site, located at 204 2nd Street NW, Havana, Florida. Project includes HVAC solutions for: Auditorium (approx. 5,700…
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…
