• Lanark News: Farm Share truck here on Wednesdays

      Ok you guys, time to get the grills out and ready for the grilling season. Memorial Day, May 27, is rapidly approaching. Legionnaires from Camp Gordon Johnston American Legion Post 8... READ MORE

  • Many a book tells a Civil War tale

      The Apalachicola Municipal Library is very excited about the Civil War weekend, scheduled for May 17-19, hosted by the Apalachicola Maritime Museum. It has inspired an evaluation on book... READ MORE

  • Out to See May 16, 2013

      Civil War weekend May 17-19 The Apalachicola Maritime Museum is hosting a Civil War weekend to coordinate with the opening of the new Civil War exhibit. Collaborators for the wee... READ MORE

  • Out to See May 9, 2013

     ‘Butts and Clucks’ Saturday The George E. Weems Memorial Foundation will hold its largest annual fundraiser, Butts and Clucks, this Saturday, May 11 from noon to 4 p.m. at Riverfront Park... READ MORE

  • Are you at risk of a stroke?

    May is National Stroke Awareness Month. In order to help the community better understand the risk factors and symptoms of stroke, Weems Memorial Hospital is promoting stroke awareness in Franklin... READ MORE

  • Lanark News: Don’t forget your Mom this Sunday

    Special to the Times Went over to the chicken and rib dinner last Saturday night with Jim and Mary Ann Bove. Members of Knights of Columbus Council #3521 roundtable cooked and served a great me... READ MORE

  • Before bridges and highways, steamboats and Model-Ts

    Before bridges and roads in north Florida, the “roads” were rivers. Sawmill camps were supplied and turpentine shipped on the Belle of the Bend, a steamboat operated by Will Gray. Will was the ... READ MORE

  • Lanark News: Food bank adjusts its hours for commodities

    You did get out and enjoy the beautiful weather last weekend. Lots of things to do and take part in. We were busy at the sale on the golf course, last Saturday and Sunday. We, members of the La... READ MORE

  • Out to See May 2, 2013

    Franklin County saw another sizeable drop its unemployment rate for March, as it declined to the 5.4 percent level, sixth best in the state. According to preliminary numbers released Friday by ... READ MORE

  • Farewell to the Eastpoint hailstorm

    Editor’s note: On Sunday, April 14, Eastpoint suffered severe damage to the waterfront when a strong storm brought brutal winds, large hail and record breaking rainfall to the county. A funnel ... READ MORE

  • Cities seek ‘true partnership’ for RESTORE Act funds

    The intent of this column is to keep you apprised of the continuing efforts of your elected municipal leadership on your behalf to obtain some assurance of the RESTORE Act projects within the ... READ MORE

  • Lanark News: Vintage cannon arrives at Legion Post

    Thank you, Mr. Bill! The cannon is finally here, and on display on the front lawn of Camp Gordon Johnston American Legion Post 82. Bill Miller has been trying for a long time to get the cannon ... READ MORE

  • Out to See April 25, 2013

    Riverfront Festival this weekend Carrabelle’s 23rd annual Riverfront Festival kicks off on Friday, April 26 from 4 to 8 p.m. Festivities will continue on Saturday with family friendly fun from ... READ MORE

  • Out to See April 18, 2013

    Mini golf tournament Saturday The Friends of Franklin County Public Library will hold the third annual Putt Masters Mini Golf Tournament hosted by Red Pirate Family Grill in Eastpoint on Saturd... READ MORE

  • Lanark News: Pine cone kickoff rescheduled for Sunday

    The weather put a damper on our picnic and Pine Cone Kick-off, but not to worry. We are planning to hold it Sunday, April 21, from 3 to 5 p.m. Bring a dish to share and the association will ... READ MORE

  • Electronic filing switch successful

    Marcia Johnson, Clerk of the Circuit Court, announces that the April 1mandatory date for electronic filing of court documents in civil, family law, dependency, and probate cases was very ... READ MORE

  • Please remember, springtime is for the birds

    It’s spring in the Florida Panhandle, and that means it’s nesting season for many species of shorebirds and seabirds. Franklin County contains some of the most significant nesting areas in the ... READ MORE

  • Out to See April 11, 2013

    Apalachicola airport open house Saturday Everyone is invited to an open house hosted by Crystal Air, Apalachicola Regional Airport’s new fixed base operator, on Saturday, April 13, from 10 a.m.... READ MORE

  • Lanark News: Lucky number pot growing at Wednesday Bingo

    Did you enjoy Super Saturday last week? There was lots to do, and lots to be a part of. The golf club breakfast and Tonya’s Hope drew big crowds. Thanks to those who worked hard to pull them to... READ MORE

  • Takes teamwork to clean a village

    It’s all about teamwork and good neighbors who care. Lanark Village is working towards improving the neighborhood and is making lots of headway. Our scheduled clean up was rained out in March b... READ MORE