Have You Heard About Fayette?

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Excerpt of a map showing the new shape of Fayette County in 1833.

There are 67 counties in Florida but only one county was ever completely erased off the map; Fayette County in the Florida Panhandle. Fayette County was established on February 9, 1832 after a majority of the members of Jackson County, in which it presided, agreed to the split. However, the county was doomed to fail. The boundaries were never specified and many people were up-in-arms about having to switch counties, going so far as to continue voting as if they lived in Jackson County instead of Fayette. Half the population, half the territory, and two thirds of the wealth had gone back to Jackson County in 1833 which made people very upset. In 1834, a petition was signed pleading for the counties boundaries to be changed or for it to be dissolved completely. In the end, the county disappeared.

 

December 27th~Annual Reagan Jam

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Friday, December 27th from 6pm to 9pm they will have a Reagan Jam at Madison Street Park in Marianna. 30plus local musicians putting together bands on the fly and making music! Hosted by Master Mix Productions LLC.

 

December 25th~Christmas Day

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Christmas Day ~ December 25th ~ Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed primarily on December 25 as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people around the world. Popular modern customs of the holiday include gift giving; completing an Advent calendar or Advent wreath; Christmas music and caroling; viewing a Nativity play; an exchange of Christmas cards; church services; a special meal; and the display of various Christmas decorations, including Christmas trees, Christmas lights, nativity scenes, garlands, wreaths, mistletoe, and holly. In addition, several closely related and often interchangeable figures, known as Santa Claus, Father Christmas, and Saint Nicholas, are associated with bringing gifts to children during the Christmas season and have their own body of traditions and lore. Because gift-giving and many other aspects of the Christmas festival involve heightened economic activity, the holiday has become a significant event and a key sales period for retailers and businesses. The economic impact of Christmas has grown steadily over the past few centuries in many regions of the world.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Happy Holidays to you and your families from Sonny and Debbie

Christmas Eve

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Christmas Eve is the evening or entire day before Christmas Day, the festival commemorating the birth of Jesus. Christmas Day is observed around the world, and Christmas Eve is widely observed as a full or partial holiday in anticipation of Christmas Day. Together, both days are considered one of the most culturally significant celebrations in Christendom and Western society.

Many other varying cultural traditions and experiences are also associated with Christmas Eve around the world, including the gathering of family and friends, the singing of Christmas carols, the illumination and enjoyment of Christmas lights, trees, and other decorations, the wrapping, exchange and opening of gifts, and general preparation for Christmas Day. Legendary Christmas gift-bearing figures including Santa Claus, Father Christmas, and Saint Nicholas are also often said to depart for their annual journey to deliver presents to children around the world on Christmas Eve.

Happy Christmas Eve to you and yours and may your holidays be happy and bright and safe!

 

 

Holiday decorations

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West Florida Electric Cooperative posted an interesting piece of information a few weeks ago.

Yard inflatables range from simple to extravagant. Operating some inflatables can be expensive. Larger ones consume anywhere from 150 watts per hour to as much as 200 watts per hour.They suggest to instead decorate with solid (electricity free) decorations, illuminated by a small yard spotlight. Still festive, and much more energy efficent.

Holiday Pet Safety

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As always here is a little something to help remind you about safety for our pets. Thanks Alaqua animal refuge for this great visual. Enjoy the holiday with your pet by keeping them safe. Remember the following items can be toxic and harmful to your pets, as well as hazardous(all year not just at Christmas). It’s also important for your pet’s health and stress level to maintain their normal routine.

~chocolate, grapes, raisins, alcohol, salt, blue cheese, nuts, garlic/onion, bones, holly, mistletoe, poinsettias, ivy, lilies, tree water, tinsel, electric cords, ornaments, medications, and gifts.

Sunday~December 22nd

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Last Sunday before Christmas. Expect cool and wet weather again today. Be safe out there.

Sunday, December 22nd from 11am to 4pm at 704 Main Street in Chipley they are having a holiday yard sale. They will have new and used things for sale.
December 22nd from 3pm to 6pm consider joining St. George Island UMC in Eastpoint for Christmas music sung by kids, sweet treats and refreshments.

December 21st

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The last Saturday before Christmas and another cool and rainy day in the Panhandle. Be safe!

Food giveaway at Greenwood Park on Saturday starting at 10am until it is gone. This is a drive through event and only 2 families per vehicle. This is run by volunteers so please be sure to thank them and be polite. Thanks to Second Harvest of Tallahassee, JACO Angels Hurricane Relief Team, and IKIC Inc all teamed up to help our local communities.
Christmas Distribution on Dec 21st. 7am is fresh food, noon is toys and 3pm starts the nonperishables. Please stay in your vehicle and follow the signs and you must have a Jackson County ID. Chipola Baptist Association located at 3004 Highway 71 North in Marianna.
Holiday Fest: Light up the holidays will be held at two locations and two different dates. The Jackson County Public Library is hosting this Saturday, Dec. 21th from 12:00pm to 1:30pm at the Graceville Branch Library. They will have games, crafts, refreshments, and Santa will be there! Be sure to take the kids to this fun event!

December 20th~Freedom Ranch Christmas

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December 20th at 6pm be sure to go to 1272 Whitfield Lane in Marianna for Freedom Ranch Christmas! It is all free! They will have pony painting, photos with horses, hot chocolate and desserts, toy giveaways, and gift card drawings.

Dec. 19th~Children’s Christmas Party

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Thursday, December 19th the town of Greenwood and the Jackson County Public Library have joined together to host a children’s Christmas party! From 5pm to 7pm at 4207 Bryan Street. Holiday snacks will be served, Santa will be there, and the kids can decorate an ornament to take home!