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Saturday, February 5, 2022
Florida DEP permit activity for Franklin County
Friday, February 4, 2022
If you are a homeowner in Franklin County – this is the time to apply for your homestead exemption
If you are a homeowner in Franklin County – this is the time to apply for your homestead exemption.
You can apply for a homestead exemption of up to 50 thousand dollars on your primary residence.
Some senior citizens can qualify for an additional exemption if they are 65 years or older and meet certain income requirements
If this year is your first time applying for a homestead exemption you will need to provide certain documentation including your social security number, Florida Drivers license and vehicle registrations, and proof of home ownership.
A current utility bill at the homestead address is needed and if you have kids, the school location of your dependent children.
If you are a registered voter, you must vote in Franklin County.
Both signatures are required for married couples.
For more information about applying for homestead exemption stop by the Franklin county Property Appraisers office or call 653-9236.
And remember, do it soon, you must complete your exemption application by March 1st.
The St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve will hold its annual Winter Bay Day celebration on Saturday from 8 till 4
The St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve will hold its annual Winter Bay Day celebration on Saturday from 8 till 4.
The St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve was established in 1995 to protect the surrounding uplands for preservation of the bay’s pristine natural resources and water quality.
Winter Bay Day is a celebration of the natural beauty of the St. Joseph Bay Preserves.
The Bay Day events include tram tours through the heart of the preserve, birding and nature walks, and a traditional low country boil.
Four tram tours will be offered on Bay Day at 9:30am, 11:00am, 12:30pm, & 2:00pm EST
During the tram tours, guests will view rare, native and endangered plants as well as some of the native animals in the Preserve.
There will also be two birding tours offered at 7:45 AM and 11 AM.
Low country boil will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a $12 donation benefiting The Friends of St. Joseph Bay Preserves
There will also be live Music throughout the day and a silent Auction offering many great prizes from local sponsors.
You can find the St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve at 3915 State Road 30-A in Port St. Joe.
You can get more information about Bay Day on-line at www.stjosephbaypreserves.org
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Getting Out in Gulf County
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FRANKLIN COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY PET OF THE WEEK
Margaret is a beautiful, gentle and very sweet Redbone Coonhound. People often ask us what kind of dog makes a good family pet and we always say hounds. They tend to be loving and easy going companions, happy to be close by your side wherever you are (unless they catch a scent they can't resist!). If you are considering adopting a family pet, remember: Hounds aren't just for hunting anymore!
We are always looking for people willing to bring one of our animals into their home to be fostered for various needs.
Any time you can spare would be greatly appreciated.
Call Karen at 670-8417 for more details or visit the Franklin County Humane Society at 244 State Road 65 in Eastpoint. You may logon to the website at www.forgottenpets.org to see more of our adoptable pets.
Franklin County commissioners have agreed to declare the work needed at Womack Creek an emergency so they can get repairs done there as soon as possible
Franklin County commissioners have agreed to declare the work needed at Womack Creek an emergency so they can get repairs done there as soon as possible.
Womack Creek is in the Tate's hall State Forest, and the problem is the stone headwall allowing people to drive over the creek has separated on the west side and is now leaning toward the water.
The county's engineers said driving some temporary sheetpiles might provide a short term fix, though they will consider other options too.
Franklin County has signed an agreement with the Department of Transportation to fully repair the headwall including building new headwalls, cleaning and repairs the arch corrugated metal pipes, and adding barrier walls to replace the guardrails over the culvert.
The problem is that money won't be available until next year and the repairs need to be done now.
By declaring the repairs an emergency, the county is able to bypass the required bid policy and hire someone quickly.
They have also approved spending up to 25 thousand dollars on the repairs.
Thursday, February 3, 2022
Bird flu found in Florida
Highly pathogenic Eurasian H5 avian influenza (HPAI) was detected Jan. 22 in two wild blue-winged teal harvested by hunters in Palm Beach County. HPAI is a virus that can occur in wild aquatic birds and can infect domestic poultry and other bird and animal species. The risk to the general public from HPAI H5 infections is low; no human infections with Eurasian H5 viruses have occurred in the United States. This type of virus can pose a risk to wild and domestic bird populations.
Because wild birds can be infected with this virus and not appear sick, we recommend people minimize direct contact with wild birds by using gloves. If contact occurs, wash your hands with soap and water, and change clothing before having any contact with healthy domestic poultry and birds. Hunters are advised to field dress game birds in the field whenever possible and practice good biosecurity to prevent any potential disease spread. Learn more about precautions hunters should take to reduce the risk of spreading HPAI.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is continuing to monitor for HPAI in cooperation with the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and other partners. We ask everyone to assist this effort by reporting all sightings of birds found sick or dead of unknown causes to the bird mortality database.
The 40th Annual St. George Island Charity Chili Cookoff will be held on Saturday, March 5th!
The 40th Annual St. George Island Charity Chili Cookoff will be held on Saturday, March 5th!
The chili cookoff is the primary fundraiser for the St. George Island Volunteer Firefighters and First Responders unit.
A major part of the event is the annual auction, which will be held on-line again this year.
Donations are currently being accepted for the auction.
The most successful donations are goods and services that appeal to numerous buyers and generate bidding wars.
Items of all sizes and values are welcome.
If you have something you would like to donate, please contact Sheryl Clouse at sgichilicookoff@gmail.com or call her at 608-397-2019.
And be sure to keep up with the chili cookoff on their website at http://www.stgeorgeislandchilicookoff.com for the latest information.
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