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USDA allocates 0ver $380M funding to assist FL farmers

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Thursday, November 14. 2019
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Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Agriculture Commissioner Nicole “Nikki” Fried announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture has allocated $380.7 million in federal block grant funding for Florida farmers devastated by Hurricane Michael, including direct relief for timber producers. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services will administer the USDA block grants alongside the Florida Division of Emergency Management. [Full Story »] 

Trucks collide causing damage to jewelry store

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Thursday, November 7. 2019
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According to Blountstown Police Department report, two semi trucks collided at the intersection of Hwy. 20 and Hwy. 71 in Blountstown Friday causing significant damage to The Diamond Corner, a local jewelry store. [Full Story »] 

Neal Landing improvements underway

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Thursday, October 31. 2019
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In early 2018, Calhoun County was awarded $398,847 in funding from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission to replace and repair Neal Landing Boat Ramp. The design for this project was previously funded by a Florida Boating Improvement Program application in 2011 and was completed in 2012. Construction funds were applied for twice with no success. In 2017, the application was revamped and resubmitted and was ranked 2nd in the State. [Full Story »] 

Dec. 4 FDOT workshop will discuss westbound old Trammell Bridge

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Thursday, November 14. 2019
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RE: State Road 20 Apalachicola River Bridge (Westbound Old Trammell Bridge) Project Development and Environment Study
Calhoun and Liberty Counties
Financial Project
Identification Number: 439202-2-22-01

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will hold a workshop concerning the above-referenced project Wednesday, Dec. 4, at W. T. Neal Civic Center, 17773 NE Pear Street, Blountstown. The workshop is from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. CST. [Full Story »] 

Win $$ off City utility bill in Main Street ‘s Decorating Contest

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Thursday, November 14. 2019
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Main Street Blountstown is bringing back their annual Christmas decorating competition! We want to encourage everyone to decorate for the Christmas season and show everyone who comes through our town that we truly BELIEVE! [Full Story »] 

Tigers finish regular season 10-0

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Thursday, November 7. 2019
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by Michael Duvyst

Blountstown crowned SSAC North Division Champions with 33-7 win over Baker.
UP NEXT: FHSAA 2nd round playoff game on November 15th. [Full Story »] 

Blountstown Public Library Fall Festival

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Thursday, November 7. 2019
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On Halloween night, the Blountstown Public Library held their Fall Festival. [Full Story »] 

Man, woman facing multiple charges

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Thursday, November 7. 2019
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On October 30, Deputy Chason with the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office was on stationary patrol at Scott’s Ferry General Store. [Full Story »] 

Sheriff recognizes officers for water rescue efforts

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Thursday, October 31. 2019
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On September 28 at approximately 3:00 p.m., a group of people had entered the Chipola River at Peacock Bridge Landing north of Altha to float down the river in an inflatable raft. At some point, they became stranded in the river approximately two miles south of Peacock Landing. [Full Story »] 

One year after Hurricane Calhoun County Health Department set to reopen

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Thursday, October 31. 2019
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Calhoun County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Calhoun County (FDOH-Calhoun) is set to re-open November 1, 2019, for the first time since Hurricane Michael. The FDOH-Calhoun was one of many facilities damaged by Hurricane Michael and due to the shortage of contractors in the area it took 13 months to complete the major repairs. [Full Story »] 

Veterans Memorial Railroad in Bristol is back on track

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Thursday, October 24. 2019
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Veterans Memorial Railroad, Inc., is happy to announce the reopening of the railroad for:
Free Public Run Day (Second Saturday of November – November 9th – 11:00 – 5:00). Donations appreciated. Vmrr as a Not For Profit, 501c(3) Tax Exempt Organization.
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Hathaway found guilty in death of local elderly man

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Thursday, October 24. 2019
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On October 18, 2019, a Circuit Court jury convicted James Michael Hathaway of Second Degree Murder (Victim over 65 Years of Age), Burglary with Assault or Battery, Kidnapping and Robbery. [Full Story »] 

Christmas on the Square planned for December 7

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Thursday, October 24. 2019
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Main Street Blountstown is working diligently to plan a wonderful holiday season this year. We are hoping that everyone will help us “light up” the city and participate in the decorating competition. [Full Story »] 

Bolles School honored for assistance following Hurricane Michael

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Thursday, October 17. 2019
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First responders who rushed to us following Hurricane Michael on October 10, 2018, were recognized during halftime of Friday night’s homecoming football game at Bowles Field. [Full Story »] 

Scott Visits Blountstown

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Thursday, October 17. 2019
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State Senator Rick Scott made a stop in Blountstown last week and visited with City and County officials. [Full Story »] 
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