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Published September 03EPA ends summer gas rules early to lower U.S. pump prices
Alton Wallace The Center Square The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on Thursday issued a temporary emergency waiver that allows nationwide sales of winter-grade gasoline two weeks early in an effort to increase...
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Published September 03From the Sunny Side: Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Rick Patrick Columnist As you probably surmise from the title, this will be a little bit of a departure from our usual weekly visits. I’m sure you won’t mind too much. September...
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Published September 03A tale of two bagpipes: part one
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. It’s common to use music to lighten stressful situations. Waiting rooms and dental offices have employed music to calm the nerves of anxious patients for many years....
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Published September 02Thinking of getting outdoor sport supplies? Right now, it’s tax-free in Florida
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. This time of year, many people start gearing up for a busy season of outdoor activities. Major hunting seasons, including for deer and waterfowl, are just around...
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Published September 02Jefferson County FFA announces 2026-2027 Officer Slate
Stefanie L. Prevatt ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County FFA Chapter is pleased to announce the slate of officer positions for the 2026-2027 school year. The FFA officer team plays an important...
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Published September 02Get pesticide training with Jefferson Extension Sept. 14-17
Stefanie L. Prevatt ECB Publishing, Inc. University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension Jefferson County will host the Big Bend Pesticide Training Series Sept. 14 – 17, 2026 at...
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Published September 02Letter to the Editor: Thank You to the Lineworkers Who Power Our State
Every time you flip a switch and the lights come on, there are teams of lineworkers who make it possible. On August 26, we recognize Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day, a designation established...
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Published September 02Birch Benders pancakes please the palate
Mickey Starling Columnist I’ve always been a bit of a foodie, which is a polite way of saying I am quite picky about what my tastebuds entertain. Growing up, my mother’s pancakes...
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Published September 02Letter to the Editor: A Community That Shows Up for Students
As a new school year begins at Jefferson K-12, A Community Partnership School, we are reminded of a simple truth: student success is strongest when an entire community comes together on behalf...
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Published September 02Donna’s decision
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist Twelve years ago last month, my cousin passed from cancer. Found among her possessions was this copy of a testimony she shared which I share with you....
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Published September 02Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Bringing out your best
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. As a youngster, I quickly developed a love for practically all sports. I played Bitty Basketball in the third grade and eventually graduated to Little League baseball,...
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Published September 02ACA Warriors defeated by Blue Devils
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. It was a tough evening for the Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Warriors on Friday, Aug. 28, when they traveled west to face the Blue Devils of Holmes...