The number of COVID-related deaths in Putnam County increased to 136 Wednesday.

INTERLACHEN – Both drivers escaped injury Wednesday morning after a school bus and a sports utility vehicle collided at a four-way intersection.

A Vietnam War Medal of Honor recipient’s name is heading to an elementary school in his hometown of Interlachen.

Putnam County’s public high school principals at a board workshop Tuesday night outlined plans to incorporate seventh and eighth graders into local high schools.

CRESCENT CITY – A former Palatka city commissioner is poised to take over as new interim city manager.

The executive director for a Palatka assisted living facility said her top priority in 2020 was keeping residents safe and happy amid coronavirus restrictions. 

Residents wanting to receive a COVID-19 vaccination will have another opportunity to do so at open events Thursday and Friday.

Organizers of the 2021 Bartram Frolic are starting preparations with fewer than two weeks left before the three days of nature- and history-based events begin.

Putnam County’s top health official said she and her team are prepared for a COVID-19 vaccination appointment increase as adults 18 or older were approved Monday to be vaccinated. 

Local organizations are coming together to raise awareness for child abuse prevention month with a food distribution this weekend.