RuralNews

Six animals have been confirmed dead following an early Thursday morning fire at ZooWorld in Panama City Beach. The cause of the fire is under investigation, and the zoo will be closed on Saturday.

The service area expansion will also mean additional staff hirings.

Property Appraiser Shawna Beach recently offered assistance to her county's legislative delegation as the Florida House is weighing various options for property tax relief.

Local leaders recently asked the Franklin County legislative delegation for money to help with renovations.