Finding frugal joys Lately it seems that rising costs are just part of life, so finding frugal joys is more important than ever. This is a time to rediscover happiness in places that cost little to nothing. Gadsden County has many options to offer such as exploring local parks, visiting the library, taking long walks,…
Leo TorresGadsden County News Service Crossroad Academy advanced to the Region Finals Saturday after beating Blountstown 55-41. Senior Mason Mobley led the team in scoring with 14 points. Senior Jabari Boahen led the team in rebounds with 11, a key stat as Crossroad (18-3) dominated the glass. The team had 35 rebounds compared to 12…
Leo TorresGadsden County News Service Crossroad Academy secured its fifth straight district championship Saturday, defeating Port St. Joe 53-47 in front of the Scorpion home crowd. It was also the sixth win in a row for the Scorpions (17-3), who will host the first round of playoffs next week as a result of its victory….
Erin HillGadsden County News SerivceA welcome splash of green and color is brightening Havana thanks to the latest Yard of the Month selections from the Havana Garden Club.The Residential Yard of the Month honors Terry and David Norman, whose home at 104 Magnolia Circle stood out during a time when many lawns across town have…
From storage to service: How to prep irrigation and sprayers for spring As winter comes to an end and spring planting approaches, farmers in Gadsden County need to make sure irrigation and spraying equipment is ready to go. After sitting idle for months, pumps, pivots, sprayers, and nozzles can develop problems that lead to costly…
Leo TorresGadsden County News Service Crossroad Academy officially unveiled its brand new gymnasium Monday. The school called the event a “significant milestone in the school’s continued commitment to student wellness, athletics, and community engagement.” The ceremony, which began at 1:30 p.m., was opened by CEO Al Gunn and school principal Dr.Tireshia Galloway. Athletic Director Roy…
Jim TurnerNews Service of Florida Florida’s first black bear hunt in a decade resulted in 52 bears killed, less than one-third of the potential number.The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission on Tuesday released details about the hunt, which was held from Dec. 6 through Sunday in four parts of the state. Through a lottery-style…
A bittersweet sadness ended the season as the seniors took off their jerseys for the last time. Patricia SmithGadsden County News Service Last Friday night was a challenge like no other for this year’s Sneads varsity football team. They made it to the first round of FHSAA Playoffs but were matched with a larger team…
Patricia SmithGadsden County News Service This football season was a season of learning and growing…growing into a more mature and developed team of young men who came a long way from where they started.Last week the Pirates embraced senior night not only as a milestone celebration, but as a winning experience on the shipyard field…
2025 Agricultural Judging Contests Not only is the weather finally cooling down, but it is also fair season! Fairs aren’t just about rides and food but also about participating in showing livestock, entering exhibits, and competing in judging contests. There are so many opportunities at fairs for 4-H youth to participate in and gain knowledge…
