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Former police chief files federal whistleblower lawsuit against City of Quincy

Erin Hill Gadsden County News Service Former Quincy Police Chief Carlos Hill has filed a federal lawsuit against the City of Quincy, alleging he was fired in retaliation for reporting misconduct within the police department and for speaking out on matters of public concern. The complaint, filed June 24 in the U.S. District Court for…

A professional studio portrait of a bald Black man with a grey-speckled beard, standing against a solid grey background. He is dressed in a dark blue pinstriped suit with a grey tie and is holding an open Bible, looking forward with a serene expression.

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Bear Creek Bethel M.B. Church invites community to 3-night annual revival

Dr. Deborah Thigpen Gadsden County News Service Bear Creek Bethel Missionary Baptist Church is extending an invitation to the Gadsden County community to attend its Annual Revival, a three-night worship experience designed to inspire spiritual renewal, strengthen faith, and encourage believers to deepen their relationship with God. The revival will be held Tuesday, July 14,…

Reverend Danny Whitfield preaches from a central wooden pulpit with one hand raised at Bear Creek Bethel Missionary Baptist Church during an 'Iron Sharpens Iron' event. He is surrounded by several men in dark suits standing on the stage, including Pastor Terrence D. Milton to the left of the pulpit. The sanctuary stage features white floral arrangements, an altar table, a crystal chandelier hanging above, and musical equipment in the foreground.

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4th Annual 100 Men in Black fellowship unites community in spiritual warfare

Dr. Deborah ThigpenGadsden County News Service Setting a powerful twofold stage for brotherhood and faith, Pastor Terrence D. Milton opened the Fourth Annual 100 Men in Black program at Bear Creek Bethel Missionary Baptist Church with a resonant call to action. Reminding the congregation that men must come together during this time of “spiritual warfare”…

A close-up view of a vendor table. The table is covered in a white tablecloth and displays various collectible items, including fish-shaped glass plates, a colorful ceramic fish platter, a vintage metal tray featuring an illustration of a classic car, old glassware, and a retro 'Jack and Jill' children's magazine. In the background, other shoppers browse additional tables under the shaded pavilion.

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Out of the Attic Vintage Market draws shoppers to downtown Havana

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…

The former W.S. Stevens School in Quincy. The modern, single-story red brick facility features a dark shingled roof, a manicured lawn with young trees, and a concrete walkway leading to two main entrances surrounded by tall glass windows under a partly cloudy sky. Gadsden County commissioners continued discussions June 2 regarding potential funding sources and future plans for the Stevens School project.

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Commissioners continue Stevens School funding discussion

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…

A woman, a young boy, and a man pose together on a green lawn in front of a sign that reads 'Havana Garden Club Yard of the Month (Residential).' The group stands next to a large tree on the right, with a well-landscaped, single-story brick ranch-style home, flower beds, and a concrete birdbath visible in the background.

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Havana Garden Club recognizes June yards of the month

Erin Hill Gadsden County News Service The Havana Garden Club has selected its June Yard of the Month winners, recognizing one residential property and one commercial business for their landscaping efforts and curb appeal. The residential Yard of the Month honors the home of Cecelia and Bruce Moore at 509 Third St. N.E. The property features…

An awards presentation inside a school classroom, featuring four adults posing together in the foreground. A man dressed in a black hat, a black-and-gold patterned blazer, a gold sequined vest, and gold shoes stands next to a woman wearing a white lace dress and a white sun hat; both are holding black recognition plaques. They are flanked by two smiling women, one on the left in a teal blouse and black pants, and one on the right in an orange patterned dress and denim jacket.

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Chattahoochee Elementary school salutes its finest

Linda YoungGadsden County News Service Dressed up and suited for a special celebration, Teacher of the Year Mrs. Ira House and School-Related Employee of the Year Mr. Dexter Thigpen received accolades and applause on May 26 for consistently exceeding expectations at Chattahoochee Elementary School.The honorees made a grand entrance into the afternoon luncheon, greeted by…

A large group photograph of more than twenty women dressed entirely in shades of red, burgundy, and pink posing together indoors. The group features a front row of seated women and two standing rows behind them, with many wearing pearl necklaces and jewelry. They are positioned in front of a bright red fabric backdrop framed by silver tinsel curtains.

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Gadsden County Deltas Celebrate 35 years of community impact

Dr. Deborah ThigpenGadsden County News Service The tenacious women of the Gadsden County Florida Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. recently gathered to celebrate a monumental milestone: 35 years of dedicated service to the local community.Commemorating the chapter’s founding, members gathered for a celebratory dinner held at the historic Wilson House in Quincy….

Exterior view of the historic Leaf Theatre in Quincy, Florida, showing the white theater building with a vertical marquee sign along a downtown street

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Quincy Music Theatre receives grant to support Leaf Theatre preservation efforts

Erin HillGadsden County News Service Quincy Music Theatre has received a $6,000 grant from Talquin Electric Cooperative and CoBank through the Sharing Success Program to support preservation efforts at the historic Leaf Theatre. According to a press release, the funding will support Quincy Music Theatre’s Heritage Night preservation initiative and help advance plans to restore…

Smiling woman seated at a table with colorful fabric, books, and handmade items, in front of a store window display during an outdoor market.

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NURSE JUDY’S NOOK

The calm after the stormJudy Conlin If you’ve been reading my columns, you know that I’ve been having a lot of company lately. I adore company, but this has been at a time when my life is spiraling out of control. For a woman fast approaching 90, my schedule is jam-packed. I am trying to…