Recently the Florida Department of Environmental Protection celebrated Florida Recycles Day 2014, recognizing recycling as a top priority in daily life. However, local recycling efforts continue to face challenges following the closure of most county recycling stations.

Ty Bilbrey, an experienced golf professional, resigned as general manager of The Club at Hidden Creek, effective Nov. 17. A search is underway for his replacement.

For seniors, keeping in touch with friends, family and caregivers is important to maintain an active social life and remain independent. The number of seniors — and the need to find creative ways to be mindful of their care — is on the rise. With nearly seven million Americans providing support as long-distance caregivers, according to the National Institute on Aging, staying in touch is especially important.

LEXINGTON, N.C. — Representatives with Saving Grace K-9’s in Lexington want every veteran suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder to have someone to help them in their darkest hour, especially if it’s their own furry best friend.

Between July 2013 and June 2014, nearly 100,000 visitors from across the state descended upon the 1,300-acre Florida Caverns State Park in Marianna.