Gadsden County High School roared to life as students, faculty, and the entire community embraced the spirit of adventure during this year’s homecoming. Under the “Survivor: Outwit, Outplay, Outlast!” participants came together to create a memorable and competitive celebration. During the first day of spirit week, students, faculty and staff were donned in pink, dazzling…
Get ready to snap your fingers. This weekend will be your final chance to experience Quincy Music Theatre’s presentation of The Addams Family, a new musical comedy, during the new season. Directed by Joe Svisco, the show is based on the gothic band of cartoon-strip characters created by Charles Addams for newsprint in The New…
Are you a great athlete who has excelled in both your academic and athletic role as a high school student? If you answered yes, then you should know there are scholarships available for you to apply for! The Heisman Scholarship recognizes the most esteemed high school senior female and male athletes who put forth their…
In the heart of downtown Havana, Florida where the friendliest small town offers historical views and luxury shops, Chef Derrick Lane, a Gadsden county native’s dreams became a reality. Lane’s love for cooking traditional southern dishes began at an early age. He grew up watching his mother and grandmother, and cooking alongside them. Embracing flavors…
In a heartfelt tribute to the late Atticus Manchac Stephens, a dedicated first responder, members of the Mount Pleasant Volunteer Fire Department gathered at the Quincy Moose Lodge #2672 on the evening of Sept. 28. Lane and Joetta Stephens, Atticus’ parents, presented a ceremonial check to the fire department, amounting to $10,675.50. These funds, a…
Celebrate the arrival of Fall around the Courthouse Square at an enjoyable evening of drinks, food, and fellowship with neighbors and friends, Thursday October 26th, 6 – 8 p.m. • View the festive decorations placed by Quincy Main Street volunteers, and window decorations by talented local artist Devonte King. • Get an up-close look at…
I am notoriously terrible at remembering things, especially names of people and where I park my car. A few weeks ago, I came home from the grocery store and told my husband a cute little story about not being able to remember where I parked, not even the general area of the parking lot, and…
In a heartwarming gesture of generosity, tech mogul Freddie Figgers recently surprised several local seniors with an all-expense paid trip to the Bahamas. On Thursday, Sept. 7, Figgers, a Quincy native, stopped by Gadsden Wellness to drop off a check for the trip. The seniors applauded as the non-profit organization’s director Sherrie Taylor announced the…
