Tammie Sykes knows dispatching. For just under 20 years, Sykes has either dispatched or taught dispatching in Gadsden County. She got her start at the Quincy Police Department as a mother of a young child. Sykes says she was looking for full-time employment that fit her scheduled needs as a parent, and someone informed her…
For over 20 years, T.J. Crawford has been dispatching in Gadsden County. Crawford got his start in the dispatching career in 2000, when he joined the team at Quincy Police Department. For Crawford, having a career in or alongside law enforcement was always something he imagined himself doing. His father was a state trooper, andCrawford…
The Kiwanis Club Membership Chair for the State of Florida, Tommy Mills, recently met with several locals to discuss establishing the Kiwanis Club of Havana. The organizational meeting, hosted by Gocki’s Restaurant and Retail, attracted current and past members. Mills addressed the needs of the youth in the community. “The Kiwanis Club provides a great…
Treyvious “Trey” L. Copeland, a senior at Gadsden County High School was recently named the Linda G. Dilworth Beau of the Year and the Best All Around Beau during the Tallahassee Chapter of the Links, Incorporated 13th Annual Beautillion. They are the highest awards given during this annual event. The Links Beautillion black tie formal…
What is a scam? A scam is a deceitful attempt to gain something of value from you, such as your personal information or funds. Scammers often pose as a genuine business or acquaintance. Scam attempts are made over the phone, texts, in person, or through email. Scams target individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and income…
The Midway City Council held its monthly meeting on Thursday, April 6 at City Hall. The first item on the agenda was a request to appoint Carol West to the Midway Planning and Zoning Board’s At-Large Seat. The appointment of West was approved by a unanimous vote from the city council. The council next considered…
A dedication ceremony of the restored F.P. May advertising sign will be held on Saturday, April 15, beginning at 10 a.m. The mural is located at 10 N. Adams Street in Quincy, which is also where the ceremony will be held. Remains of the original 1910 F.P. May Drug Company sign was uncovered last year…
It’s spring, and most gardeners have already decided what they will be planting this season. The Gadsden County Public Library is looking to assist those who want to learn the ins and outs of gardening. Library visitors can check out one pack of seeds per visit. The Seed Library is at the Patron Services Desk…
To be a volunteer is to be aware of the value of your time, and how that time can be used to impact, develop, and build the community you live in. April is National Volunteer Month – a time to look at the people who volunteer their time selflessly to local causes, organizations, and goals. …
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month, and we are celebrating! Hospice Volunteers are some of the most selfless and compassionate individuals in our communities. These individuals give their time and energy to provide comfort and support to patients and families who are facing the end of life. They play an essential role in ensuring that patients…
