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Esto Council declines townwide mosquito spraying services

Collin Breaux [email protected] Florida, including the Panhandle, is a place where trucks sometimes go around spraying mosquito repellent to ward off the buzzing nuisance. The Esto Town Council, however, is saying no to doing that in 2023. Councilmembers declined to go forward with townwide spraying during their monthly meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 19. Councilmember Garet…

Esto plans to hold Two-Toed Tom Festival in 2024
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Esto plans to hold Two-Toed Tom Festival in 2024

COLLIN BREAUX [email protected] A signature event in Esto is gearing up to return next year. The small Holmes County town will hold the Two-Toed Tom Festival again on September 14 in 2024 at John Clark Park. The event recognizes Two-Toed Tom, a legendary alligator in Esto folklore who is said to have terrorized citizens in the…

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Vernon to advertise for Yellow Jacket Lane Reconstruction Project

Staff report Due to a possible bid challenge, the Vernon City Council has moved to re-advertise work for the Yellow Jacket Drive Reconstruction Project.  Vernon was approved for a SCOP (Small County Outreach Program) grant totalling $110,149 but the lowest bidder came in over the expected amount, requiring the city to request additional funds. Construction,…

Bonifay officials continue to receive backlash from public
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Bonifay officials continue to receive backlash from public

Bonifay City Council and staff were the recipients of ongoing criticisms from the community during a public meeting on Monday, Sept. 11. Tensions have run high in town following the termination of former Police Chief Jimmy Macon’s contract, as announced by Mayor Larry Cook during a Sept. 5 meeting. The announcement during a Sept. 7…