Erin HillGadsden County News ServiceThe widow of a security guard killed during a 2023 armed robbery at a Havana internet café is calling on Florida lawmakers to crack down on alleged illegal gambling operations after a Gadsden County jury awarded her family a $779,389,024.37 wrongful death verdict.The verdict, returned this week, stems from the killing…
Fabrizio GowdyGadsden County News Service The Gadsden County Board of County Commissioners approved another budget amendment at its Dec. 2 meeting, despite pushback from some commissioners concerned that the board has been asked to approve too many such amendments lately. The frequency of budget amendments was an issue raised by commissioners at the board’s last…
Jim TurnerNews Service of Florida As a House committee began working Thursday to possibly redraw Florida congressional districts that would be more favorable to Republicans, its chairman pushed for a quicker timeline than suggested by Gov. Ron DeSantis and Senate President Ben Albritton.In discussing the process to redraw congressional lines, House Select Committee on Congressional…
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, GENE OPHEIM, the holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: CERTIFICATE…
Fabrizio GowdyGadsden County News Service County commissioners were divided Monday as they voted to approve budget amendments and increase pay for armed security personnel at county buildings. Commissioners voted 3-2 to transfer $313,158.62 from the county’s fund balance to court services ($121,570.17) and library services ($191,588.45). According to Finance Director Rose Raynak, the adjustments were…
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, GENE OPHEIM, the holder of the following certificate has filed said certificate for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it was assessed are as follows: CERTIFICATE…
Why fairs matter: Connecting agriculture to the community In just a few short days, the North Florida Fair will kick off 11 days of exhibits, entertainment, and family fun from November 6 – 16. While many people think of fairs as a place for funnel cakes and carnival rides, they’re also deeply rooted in agriculture…
Fabrizio GowdyCorrespondent At its Oct. 21 meeting, the Gadsden County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to search for a new lobbying firm to represent the board’s interests, choosing not to extend its agreement with Tallahassee-based Ballard Partners. Commissioners say decision was driven by Ballard’s failure to send a representative to the meeting or appear…
Jim SaundersNews Service of Florida The Supreme Court’s decision will have a big impact on the Florida lawsuit.After the U.S. Supreme Court this week said it will hear a case focused on the same federal law, a judge Thursday put on hold a long-running lawsuit about whether Florida medical-marijuana patients can be barred from having…
Jim TurnerNews Service of Florida State legislators are discussing the possibility of revising a new law that has drawn legal challenges because it blocks cities and counties from approving “more restrictive or burdensome” changes to growth plans.Senate Majority Leader Jim Boyd, R-Bradenton, said Monday during a Manatee County legislative delegation meeting that he has talked…
