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Funds allocated for Central Academy study

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The city of Palatka will receive $93,000 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to conduct a feasibility study at Central Academy, one of the state’s first accredited black high schools.

Putnam’s agriculture queen

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A queen who walks among Putnam County as a rising sophomore from Q.I. Roberts Junior-Senior High School was crowned the 2020 National Teen Miss Agriculture USA in June.

Virus spike continues in Putnam

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Putnam County coronavirus cases soared past 400 Thursday as health officials reported 52 new cases, but county face mask requirements have not yet been mandated. 

PDN to close office to visitors Monday

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The Palatka Daily News will close its building to visitors Monday due to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in Putnam County. The office will remain closed until further notice.