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Adding a seaport in Palatka has been in talks for several years, but after the Florida Legislature this year approved Putnam County to be added to the Florida Seaport Transportation and Economic Development Council, it’s waiting for Gov. Ron DeSantis’ signature.
Read More »A 13-year-old in Putnam County is facing felony charges for repeating a rumor
In Florida's effort to better protect school campuses, students themselves are being more closely policed.
Read More »Groups Rally In Orlando As Anti-Riot Bill ‘HB 1’ Passes Florida House
As House Bill 1 “Combating Public Disorder” passed the Florida House of Representatives Friday, activist groups rallied in Orlando to protest the legislation.
Read More »Putnam School Board Votes To Keep Open Melrose Elementary School But Close Others
The school board passed the updated revitalization plan that will save Melrose with a vote of 3-2.
Read More »Parents Fight To Save Melrose Elementary School From Closure, Await Feb. 16 Vote
The associate superintendent says the district will endorse the new plan that would keep Melrose open, but until the school board officially votes on Tuesday, parents will be apprehensive.
Read More »See Who Won The 2020 North Central Florida County-Level Elections
All results are unofficial until county-level canvassing boards certify votes later this month.
Read More »Florida Votes 2020: What To Expect In The Putnam County Primary Election
Custom guide for voters in the 2020 Putnam County Primary Election, Aug. 18.
Read More »Little Orange Creek Reopens With “Relaxing And De-Stressful” Nature Day
The bridge and the road leading to the creek’s entrance on Southeast Hawthorne Road had been closed until six months ago because of construction on State Road 20.
Read More »Sandy Soil And Rising Seas Spell Septic Tank Disaster In Florida
By Brendan Rivers Communities across Florida are already grappling with aging septic tanks, which leak into groundwater and are considered a leading cause of toxic algae blooms. As sea level rise is expected to worsen that situation, the state and cities are beginning to tackle the expensive task of converting septic systems to sewer or newer septic technologies. It’s no small challenge. Floridians are estimated to be using 2.6 million septic systems, most of them the conventional variety with two
Read More »Melrose Area Dog Attacks Threaten Neighbors, Livestock
Groups of dogs have been demolishing cages and chicken coops, attacking livestock and harassing community members in Melrose and Keystone Heights. Despite residents' calls to animal services, very little has been done to address the issue in the rural neighborhoods.
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