Local News RoundUp |
Local News June 22, 2026 |
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Franklin County News Roundup
Gulf Coast State College breaks ground on new facility Gulf Coast State College held a groundbreaking for a new 12,000-square-foot Multipurpose Classroom Building and emergency shelter at its Gulf/Franklin Campus in Port St. Joe. The project is expected to be completed in 2027. 👉 https://franklincounty.news/2026/06/02/gulf-franklin-breaks-ground-on-new-campus-facility/
Voters to decide on Eastpoint water district expansion Franklin County voters will consider two referendums in November that could expand the Eastpoint Water and Sewer District to include more of Eastpoint and all of St. George Island. If approved, the change would eliminate private water service on SGI and bring in state infrastructure support. 👉 https://franklincounty.news/2026/06/15/voters-to-weigh-expansion-to-sgi-of-eastpoint-water/
Writer’s Showcase draws strong local interest The recent 1st Annual Writer’s Showcase at the Margaret Key Public Library in Apalachicola was well attended, with locals sharing stories and celebrating community voices. 👉 https://franklincounty.news/2026/06/09/spotlight-on-authors-at-margaret-key-public-library/
Locals dominate Mullet Toss on St. George Island Franklin County residents took top honors in most adult divisions at the 34th annual Mullet Toss, while the event once again raised funds for Take Stock in Children. 👉 https://franklincounty.news/2026/06/15/locals-continue-command-over-mullet-toss/
Franklin County athlete signs to play college softball Franklin County High School’s Webb has signed to play softball at Chattahoochee Valley Community College in Phenix City, Alabama, continuing a strong local tradition in the sport. 👉 https://franklincounty.news/2026/06/08/franklins-webb-to-play-softball-in-phenix-city/
Swimming advisories issued for three local beaches The Florida Department of Health has issued swimming advisories for Alligator Point Beach, Carrabelle Beach, and Sugar Hill Beach Access due to elevated bacteria levels. 👉 https://franklincounty.news/2026/06/17/swimming-advisories-issued-for-three-franklin-county-beaches/
Local news from myPanhandle.com Regional coverage of Franklin County and the surrounding area, including breaking news and community updates. 👉 https://www.mypanhandle.com/news/local-news/franklin-county/ |