Jackson County NAACP-Marianna, FL

06/13/2026

THANK YOU to everyone who has supported the Jackson County Youth Council's Juneteenth T-Shirt Fundraiser! As pictured, I delivered some orders today, and I hope to see the rest of you tonight at The Girls of Pearls event. We are so grateful for your support as we work to make our Juneteenth Celebration a success.
Please keep in mind that some of the shirt designs are now limited. T-shirts are just $15 each.
I can't wait to see everyone wearing their shirts this Friday at the Juneteenth Celebration in Madison Park! Kawandra Gibson Tina Marie Quiet Strength Thank you again for supporting our youth and helping us celebrate our history, culture, and community. ❤️🖤💛💚

06/11/2026

🎉 COUNTDOWN TO JUNETEENTH! 🎉
The Jackson County Youth Council is excited to invite the community to our Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, June 19, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Madison Street Park in Marianna, FL! Join us for a day filled with culture, history, entertainment, and community fellowship featuring: 🎤 Inspiring speakers Travis Ephriam, Byron Dickens, Gene Denestan, Vander Carr, etc;🎶 Live singers like The Horne Gospel Singers, Fishers of Men, Katina Sims, The Voices of Praise; Storytellers and poets like Phyllis Garrett and Charielle Hartsfield ; Dynamic dancers like The Whitesville Dancers; 🍰 Red Velvet Cake Bake-Off; 🏆 Exciting door prizes (thanks Fountain Grill);🚚 Delicious food trucks; 🛍️ Vendors, etc.

🌟 FEATURING 🌟
The Whitesville Steppers

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06/11/2026

The Jackson County Board of County Commissioners is currently seeking one qualified citizen member to serve on the Value Adjustment Board (VAB), a quasi-judicial board that hears appeals related to property tax assessments, exemptions, and classifications. Keep in mind this is just a 1-year term, unless the board chooses to appoint the same person every year. To be eligible, applicants must:

Own homestead property in Jackson County

Not be an employee or member of any taxing authority

Not represent property owners in VAB matters

This volunteer position requires impartiality, professionalism, and a willingness to review evidence, attend hearings, and help ensure a fair process for all petitioners. Experience in local government, property taxes, or legal matters is helpful but not required.

About the Value Adjustment Board

The Jackson County Value Adjustment Board is composed of five members:

Two County Commissioners

One School Board member

One citizen appointed by the School Board

One citizen appointed by the County Commission

The VAB meets annually, typically in the fall, to review petitions from property owners challenging decisions made by the Property Appraiser regarding assessments, exemptions, or classifications. Members attend hearings, review materials, and vote on final decisions based on recommendations from special magistrates.

Estimated Time Commitment: Approximately 5–10 hours annually, including 1–3 meeting days and light preparation work.

Current Vacancy

One citizen member vacancy

Scheduled Meeting Dates

October 5, 2026 – Organizational Meeting

October 12, 2026 – Hearing

October 13, 2026 – Hearing (if necessary)

Location: Jackson County Board of County Commissioners Board Room
2864 Madison Street, Marianna, FL

Time: TBD

How to Apply

If you are interested in serving, please visit:

https://jacksoncountyfl.gov/boards-and-committees/

You may also complete the attached application and return it to Jackson County Administration, 2864 Madison Street, Marianna, FL 32448, or email it to [email protected].

Applications must be received by July 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM CT.

06/10/2026

Please note a correction to our previous announcement. Due to a scheduling conflict, the NAACP Branch meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, June 11, 2026, has been rescheduled to Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

The meeting will be held at St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church, 2871 Orange Street, Marianna, Florida.

The Branch will return to its regular meeting schedule on the second Thursday of the month beginning in July.

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you on June 18th.

06/07/2026

🎉 COUNTDOWN TO JUNETEENTH! 🎉
The Jackson County Youth Council is excited to invite the community to ourg Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, June 19, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Madison Street Park in Marianna, FL! Join us for a day filled with culture, history, entertainment, and community fellowship featuring: 🎤 Inspiring speakers Travis Ephriam, Byron Dickens, Gene Denestan, etc;🎶 Live singers like The Horne Gospel Singers, Katina Sims, The Voices of Praise; Storytellers and poets like Phyllis Garrett and Chariellea Hartsfield ; Dynamic dancers like The Whitesville Dancers; 🍰 Red Velvet Cake Bake-Off; 🏆 Exciting door prizes (thanks Fountain Grill);🚚 Delicious food trucks; 🛍️ Vendors, etc.

🌟 TODAY'S FEATURED VENDOR 🌟
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06/06/2026

🎉 COUNTDOWN TO JUNETEENTH! 🎉
The Jackson County Youth Council is excited to invite the community to ourg Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, June 19, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Madison Street Park in Marianna, FL! Join us for a day filled with culture, history, entertainment, and community fellowship featuring: 🎤 Inspiring speakers Travis Ephriam, Byron Dickens, Gene Denestan, etc;🎶 Live singers like The Horne Gospel Singers, Katina Sims, The Voices of Praise; Dynamic dancers like The Whitesville Dancers; 🍰 Red Velvet Cake Bake-Off; 🏆 Exciting door prizes (thanks Fountain Grill);🚚 Delicious food trucks; 🛍️ Vendors, etc.

🌟 TODAY'S FEATURED VENDOR 🌟

CK Events

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06/04/2026

🎉 COUNTDOWN TO JUNETEENTH! 🎉
The Jackson County Youth Council is excited to invite the community to our Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, June 19, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Madison Street Park in Marianna, FL! Join us for a day filled with culture, history, entertainment, and community fellowship featuring: 🎤 Inspiring speakers Travis Ephriam, Byron Dickens, Gene Denestan, etc;🎶 Live singers like The Horne Gospel Singers, Katina Sims, The Voices of Praise; Dynamic dancers like The Whitesville Dancers; 🍰 Red Velvet Cake Bake-Off; 🏆 Exciting door prizes (thanks Fountain Grill);🚚 Delicious food trucks; 🛍️ Vendors, etc.

🌟 TODAY'S FEATURED VENDOR 🌟

Christianna McCalister!

Christianna will be showcasing a variety of Christian-themed and Juneteenth T-shirts. Be sure to stop by her booth.
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06/03/2026

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05/30/2026