2010 Jay High School graduate Brian McGee completed Army Boot Camp last Thursday, Dec. 1, in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri. His parents Mark and Susan McGee of Jay, along with his parents Christy and David Hobbs, of Denham Springs, LA all made the trip to participate in the 2 day event wrapping up the boot […]
The first annual Blackwater Half-Marathon Trail Run took place on Saturday, Dec. 3 the Overall Champ in 1:24:40 was Jay native, Matthew Dobson. If you like a challenge, this is your race. The course had everything, sand, logs across creeks, grass, rocks, packed sand. It was great! Definitely a change from the roads. Matt is […]
The winner of the annual JHS Quarterback Club Christmas Ball is : THE LEIGH PLACE LADIES. Congratulations, the 3 ladies will split the pot of $10,000. The Ball was held at the Wind Creek Casino with athletic director, Lance Youngblood, as the Master of Ceremonies. The money raised from the sale of tickets benefits all […]
Updated: Michael Cale 40 of Milton lost his life Saturday, Dec. 3, at approximately 9 a.m., in a two vehicle accident at the intersection of State Road 87 N and Highway 4 in Berrydale. Witnesses say a family from Milton driving a late model Ford Expedition was hit in the driver’s side by William Bray, […]
The Jay High School Lady Royals sweep Catholic in both JV and Varsity Basketball action Friday night. The Royals won the varsity game 44-30. Scoring for the Lady Royals were: Tessa Hendricks -13, Hillary Hendricks -13, Becca Calloway -11, Taylor Moore – 2, Olivia Wright -2, and Emily Russell -2. The Jr. Lady Royals defeated […]
Sholley to Turn Over Command of HT-8 Cmdr. Hans Sholley will turn over command of Helicopter Training Squadron EIGHT to Cmdr. Paul Bowdich Friday, Dec. 2, at 10 a.m. in the Naval Air Station Whiting Field Atrium. Col. James Grace, Training Air Wing FIVE commodore, will serve as the guest speaker for the event. During […]
By Lt. j.g. Tim Mosso, NAS Whiting Field Public Affairs Naval Air Station Whiting Field recognized the professional advancement of 25 outstanding Sailors at a frocking ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 23. Base Commanding Officer Capt. Matthew Coughlin presented each selectee with a personalized frocking letter and congratulations. The frocking honor is a Navy tradition whereby […]
Rick Wood, a retired High School Basketball Coach returned Friday night, December 2 to Central School. Rick coached many years ago here and now he has published a book entitled “40 Seasons – The Life of a High School Basketball Coach”. A brief description of the book: Growing up in Kinston, Alabama, Rick Wood had […]
Central Jaguars were able to post wins in both the JV and Varsity games Friday night against rival team the Jay Royals. The Jaguars won 52-39 after being tied 19 all at half. Scoring for the Jaguars: Zac Wright -14, Nick Waters -13, Victor Dixon -10, Gavin Richardson -10, and Wendall Cooley -3. ?-2. Scoring […]
Santa Rosa County emergency service agencies are teaming up for the fifth year to promote fire safety during the month of December with the “Keep Your Holidays Bright” campaign. While a joyous time of year, cold weather, holiday decorations and festivities can create serious fire dangers. Fire fighters hope to reduce the number of fires in Santa Rosa County by […]
