Judy Conlin Olga Connolly has lived in Gadsden County for over thirty years. She is married to Thomas Connolly, a carpenter by trade, who has built several sound sets for the theater over the years. They have 1 daughter, Helena Connolly, 1 three year old granddaughter, Everleigh, 3 cats, and 1 dog.Olga completed her PH.D…
Over the course of two days, the Sixth Annual Big Bend Rodeo was presented in western Quincy by the Gadsden Horseman’s Association. This event was planned in partnership with the Professional Cowboy’s Association, with cooperation from Gadsden County and member agents of the Family and Consumer Sciences FAMU/UF Agricultural Office. The rodeo was held behind…
Gadsden County received a grant earlier this week that will be used to repair or replace old homes.The $750,000 grant is going towards Gadsden County residents living in unincorporated areas of the county who are in need of repairing or replacing homes that are no longer safe.Gadsden County’s Housing State Housing Initiative Program received the…
The second Sunday of each month is a special occasion at Bear Creek Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, as it marks Youth Sunday—a day dedicated to empowering and inspiring the church’s younger members. This past Youth Sunday, the congregation welcomed a notable guest, author and educator Bev Rudolph, who brought a message of resilience and hope…
Gadsden County will soon have a new supervisor of elections. Kenya Ponder Williams will be sworn in on Jan. 7, 2025, after running for the office unopposed. A Quincy native, Williams graduated from James A. Shanks High School in 1990. Her background in the elections field began 17 years ago. “I was hired in August…
Bwembya’s Market is hosting a book reading and signing featuring author and artist Betty R. James, a native of Quincy, Florida on Saturday, Aug. 17 at 11:30 a.m.James is the author of the children’s book I am Grateful, as well as two other works.She will be reading I am Grateful and will be available to…
On the fourth Friday of every month, the Havana Community Development Corporation hosts its Senior’s 55 plus Day Out program.In July, Gadsden County Commissioner Ronterious T. Green gave a warm introduction of the guest speaker, Dr. Judy Mandrell, who is also his Godmother.Green, reading some parts of Mandrell’s lengthy bio while reminiscing about taking trips…
Rev. Dr. Cleveland Lynn III, Pastor of St. James Missionary Baptist Church, is bringing his passion for winning souls to the forefront as he leads the church’s annual revival from August 19th to 21st at 7 P.M. at 177 Hovey Smith Rd., Quincy, FL. A man of deep faith and a successful entrepreneur, Elder Lynn…
Four appellate judges from the Florida First District Court of Appeal visited Gadsden County on Wednesday, June 26 to hear two cases.That afternoon a panel of three judges–Judge M. Kemmerly Thomas, Judge Adam Tanenbaum, and Judge Rachel Nordby–heard two cases. One was a criminal case, and the other a civil lawsuit case.The cases were heard…
The Gadsden County School District is inviting the community to the unveiling of the Robert Lee Jackson Memorial Field on Thursday, July 4, 2024.The festivities will begin at 7 p.m. at Greensboro Elementary School with a live band performance and other activities.The unveiling ceremony is set for 8 p.m.The dedication ceremony will celebrate the legacy…
