The U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service adjusts SNAP maximum allotments, deductions and income eligibility standards at the beginning of each federal fiscal year. These adjustments are based on the cost of living (COLA adjustments), which is the amount of money needed to support a basic standard of living. For fiscal year 2024, the FNS increased maximum… Read More »
A lot of people dread the idea of having to sit down and file their taxes. And while you may not exactly be jumping for joy over the prospect, the sooner you submit your 2023 tax return, the sooner any refund you’re owed can hit your bank account. The IRS has issued more than 2.6 million tax… Read More »
You’re suddenly thrown into a situation where you must perform CPR to save a life. Oh, no you don’t remember anything from that course 15 years ago. You might think a quick “Hey, Siri” would pull up the instructions clearly, but that’s absolutely the worst thing to do. In a recent study, researchers asked voice assistants about cardiac… Read More »
Pluto Day is celebrated annually on February 18 to commemorate the anniversary of the discovery of Pluto in 1930. The planet, known for its characteristic icy mountains and tiny size was discovered by American astronomer Clyde Tombaugh and, up until 2006, was considered one of the nine planets in the solar system together with Mercury,… Read More »
The City of Graceville, Florida is now accepting applications for a full-time Police Officer classified position (full benefits) with the Graceville Police Department. Job requires completion of all FDLE certification requirements. Obtain applications in person, at Graceville Police Department, 5348 Cliff Street, Graceville, Florida 32440. EOE, ADA, VA. Applications will be accepted until the position… Read More »
Unfortunately due to the weather, ArtKidDoo Festival has been rescheduled. More information on rescheduling to come. Hurricane Michael on October 10, 2018 impacted many lives in Northwest Florida, postponing or cancelling many special events in his path. COVID then made it’s presence known, cancelling many more local events, some for several years, such as Early… Read More »
Although Social Security benefits are taxable at the federal level, most recipients haven’t had to worry about paying state income taxes on their benefits. That will be the case in 2024 as well, though residents in some states will face state taxes on Social Security. These are the 11 states that tax Social Security benefits in 2023 and are… Read More »
Football supporters are quite upset over the NFL’s new policy prohibiting kneeling during the national anthem. Referees now have the authority to expel players for acting in an unsportsmanlike manner, therefore penalties are being applied immediately following the first kickoff. This recent development has sparked debate and discussion. The first kickoff of a recent game… Read More »
Have you joked about your forgetfulness to hide your embarrassment or fear about losing your memory? If you’ve forgotten things one too many times, you may be wondering whether you have, or are developing, dementia. Some early warning signs can help you determine whether to see a doctor to be diagnosed for dementia. Dementia (known… Read More »
The Random Acts of Kindness movement started more than 40 years ago in the San Francisco Bay Area. In 1982 Berkeley writer and activist Anne Herbert published the first known account of “Practice Random Acts of Kindness and Acts of Senseless Beauty” in a CoEvolution Quarterly. After her article appeared, the kindness movement began to… Read More »
Students in the Digital Video Technology Program at Florida Panhandle Technical College in Chipley, Florida participated in live-streaming the Chipley, Florida High School ‘Black History Month’ presentation on February 28, 2022, as seen in these photos of and by FPTC students at that event two years ago. Call 850-638-1180 Extension 6317, stop by 757 Hoyt… Read More »
On Thursday, February 15, around 11:30 a.m., deputies were patrolling the area of Magnolia Road in Marianna when they attempted a traffic stop on a vehicle being driven by James Anthony Christmas, who they knew to have active warrants. Deputies also learned that Christmas’ driver’s license has been suspended since 2022. When deputies made contact… Read More »
Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads in Washington and Holmes counties as crews perform construction and maintenance activities. Washington County: State Road (S.R.) 79 Routine Bridge Maintenance over Open Creek – Drivers may encounter intermittent single-lane closures on S.R. 2, between Ten Mile Creek and the Jackson County line, Monday, Feb. 19 through… Read More »
The City of Vernon, Florida has scheduled a Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 5:30PM, as seen in the agenda (below). Meeting 02.20.24
The Town of Wausau, Florida held a Monthly Meeting on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 5PM, as seen in the video (below).