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Kinard Park Library Kinard Park Library, a Branch of the Calhoun County Public Library System. Proudly serving our Community and surrounding area.

Stop on by and check out what we have to offer!

Can't believe that it's already this weekend!!
10/13/2026

Can't believe that it's already this weekend!!

Coming Up - Annual "PIONEER DAY"
In Conjunction with "GOAT DAY"
October 17, 2026 * 8:00am– 2:00pm CST
At the Panhandle Pioneer Settlement
& Sam Atkins Park in Blountstown, FL
ADDMISSION: $5.00 for entry into both
Under 3 years of Age is FREE

To all my Bakers: Check this out!!
10/13/2026

To all my Bakers: Check this out!!

πŸŽƒπŸ° CALLING ALL BAKERS! WE NEED YOUR HELP! πŸ°πŸŽƒ

The Kinard Halloween Carnival is right around the corner, and we’re calling on all of our wonderful bakers to help keep one of our sweetest traditions alive!

Every year, it takes a tremendous number of homemade cakes and sweet treats to make our Cake Auction and Cake Walk a success! These are two of the most loved traditions of the carnival, and we simply couldn't do it without the generosity of our community!

Whether you're known for your famous pound cake, a delicious layer cake, or just love to bake, we would LOVE to have your help! ❀️

Every cake donated helps support the Kinard Volunteer Fire Department, and every single donation makes a difference!

πŸ“ž Interested in donating? Please contact Charlotte at 850-718-5091.

We are so thankful for the bakers who show up for us year after year, and we would love to see some new faces join in this year!

πŸŽ‚ Let's make this year's Cake Auction and Cake Walk the sweetest ones yet!

β€οΈπŸš’ Thank you for helping keep this special Kinard tradition going strong! PLEASE SHARE!

It's almost time! Hope to see lots of little spooks come out and have fun with this great group of people!!
10/13/2026

It's almost time! Hope to see lots of little spooks come out and have fun with this great group of people!!

πŸŽƒπŸ‚ IT'S ALMOST CARNIVAL TIME, CALCO! πŸŽ‘πŸš’

There's just something special about small-town traditions, and the Annual Kinard Halloween Carnival is one that has brought families together for more than 50 years! ❀️

Join us for an evening of good, old-fashioned family fun while supporting the Kinard Volunteer Fire Department!

πŸŽƒ Saturday, October 31st
πŸ“ Kinard Community Center
πŸ•” Gates Open: 5:00 PM CST
πŸ‘» Kids Costume Contest: 6:00 PM CST

πŸŽ‚ THE FAMOUS CAKE AUCTION!
One of the most anticipated traditions of the evening! Come bid on delicious homemade cakes and desserts donated by some of the best bakers around. If you've ever been to the Kinard Carnival, you know this is something you don't want to miss!

🎯 OLD-FASHIONED CARNIVAL GAMES β€” JUST 25Β’!
That's right! The same beloved games that parents and grandparents grew up playing are still just a quarter each! Some traditions are simply too good to change!

❀️ MORE THAN JUST A CARNIVAL...

For generations, families from all across the Florida Panhandle have made their way to Kinard on Halloween night. It's a time to see familiar faces, make new memories, and enjoy the kind of simple, small-town fun that's getting harder and harder to find.

What makes this event even more special is that it's the Kinard Volunteer Fire Department's ONE AND ONLY fundraiser of the year. Every bit of community support helps our volunteers continue serving and protecting the place we call home.

So bring your kids, your neighbors, your friends, and maybe even a little extra cash for that cake you've got your eye on! πŸ˜‰

Over 50 years of memories. Generations of tradition. One community coming together. ❀️

We can't wait to see you on October 31st! PLEASE SHARE! πŸŽƒπŸš’

(Please watch for our Volunteer Call post.... we can't do it without our volunteers!)

10/08/2026

Timely warnings during disasters save lives. Calhoun County Emergency Management utilizes Alert Calhoun to disseminate critical information regarding severe weather events, evacuation orders, emergency shelters, and road closures.

You can register for Alert Calhoun at: https://member.everbridge.net/453003085614898/login.

During registration, you can customize your alert preferences and choose your preferred notification methods. Register for Alert Calhoun today to ensure you and your family stay informed during emergencies.πŸŒ€β›ˆοΈπŸŒͺ️πŸ”₯🌊

10/08/2026

Want to check out a book, but we don't have it? Calhoun County Public Library has the answer for you!🌟INTERLIBRARY LOAN IS FREE!🌟

If you’re looking for an item that is not available when you search Calhoun County Public Library’s catalog, we can request to borrow the item from another library. Libraries across the state, and even the nation, share materials via Interlibrary loans.✨

Requesting an item through Interlibrary Loan is easy! Just visit https://ccpl-fl.net/interlibrary-loan/, fill out the online form, and we’ll do the rest. Once your item arrives, you’ll be able to check out and return the material to Calhoun County Public Library, just like any other item!πŸ“–

And, in case you’re wondering, there are no fees assessed to those who utilize this service.

Some good info for everyone. Thank you for this, Kinard Volunteer Fire Department!
10/08/2026

Some good info for everyone. Thank you for this, Kinard Volunteer Fire Department!

‼️ PLEASE SHARE ‼️
*Now updated with Electric Company Info*

Save this post to find all the important links and information for services that you may need before, during or after a severe weather event. Please stay safe, stay informed and stay weather aware!

πŸ‘‰ This will be pinned at the top of our page but please share so others can save it for easy access as well.
πŸ‘‰ If we missed anything or need to update a link please send us a dm.

πŸ›‘ WEATHER UPDATES / ROAD CLOSURES / FLOOD ALERTS πŸ›‘

Calhoun County Emergency Management
https://www.facebook.com/CalcoEM

FHP Current Roadway Crashes/Conditions Reports
https://www.flhsmv.gov/fhp/traffic/live_traffic_feed.html

WMBB News 13
https://www.facebook.com/WMBBTV

Meteorologist Chris Smith
https://panhandleweather.com/
https://www.facebook.com/panhandlewx

WJHG Channel 7
https://www.facebook.com/NEWS7

WYBT RADIO
https://www.facebook.com/WYBTAMRADIO

The County Record
https://www.facebook.com/thecountyrecord

The Calhoun Liberty Journal
https://www.facebook.com/CLJNews

NWS National Hurricane Center
https://www.facebook.com/NWSNHC

Mike's Weather Page
https://www.facebook.com/mikesweatherpage

Ryan Hall
https://www.facebook.com/ryanhallyall
https://www.youtube.com/

Altha Town Hall
https://www.facebook.com/townofalthaflorida
Non Emergency - (850)762-3280

πŸ›‘ ELECTRIC COMPANIES / UTILITY SERVICES πŸ›‘

City of Blountstown
8am - 4pm cst
Contact City Hall at 850.674.5488
After 4pm cst
Contact Blountstown Police Dept. at 850.674.5987
https://blountstownfl.govoffice3.com/

Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative, Inc.
7am - 4:30pm cst (Mon-Fri) 850.265.3631, 850.481.1188, or 850.639.2216
4:30pm - 7am cst (Mon-Fri, Weekends, and Holidays) - 800.568.3667 or 800.333.9392
https://www.gcec.com/outages-safety/

West Florida Electric Cooperative
Call - 844-688-2431
Text WFEC to 800-342-7400
https://www.westflorida.coop/outage-center

Talquin Electric Cooperative
Automated - 1.844.TALQUIN (825.7846)
Live Operator - 888.802.1832
https://www.talquinelectric.com/safety-reliability/outage-center/

Florida Public Utilities
800.427.7712
https://fpuc.com/customer-care/report-an-electric-outage/

πŸ›‘ EMERGENCY SERVICES πŸ›‘

Calhoun County Sheriff's Dept.
https://www.facebook.com/share/12LMVUK9maA/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Non Emergency - (850)674-5049
Emergency - 911

City of Blountstown Police Dept.
https://www.facebook.com/BlountstownPD
Non Emergency - (850)674-5987
Emergency - 911

Altha Police Dept.
https://www.facebook.com/townofalthaflorida
Non Emergency - (850)762-3900
Emergency - 911

Calhoun County EMS
Emergency - 911

Florida Highway Patrol

Calhoun Liberty Hospital
https://www.facebook.com/CLHCares

πŸ›‘ VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPTS. πŸ›‘

Kinard Fire Dept.
https://www.facebook.com/KinardFire

Carr-Clarksville Fire Dept.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064256242426

Nettle Ridge Fire Dept.
https://www.facebook.com/nettleridge.firedept

Blountstown Fire Dept.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Blountstown%20Fire%20Department/1600268436927609/

Magnolia Fire Dept.
https://www.facebook.com/magvfd

Mossy Pond Fire Dept.
https://www.facebook.com/mossy.pondvfd

Altha Fire Dept.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100051148586578

Scotts Ferry Fire Dept.
https://www.facebook.com/ScottsFerryFire

Westside Fire Dept.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61593809087851

πŸ›‘ SCHOOLS πŸ›‘

Calhoun County School District
https://www.facebook.com/calhounflschools.org

Altha School
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063822129869

Blountstown Middle/High School
https://www.facebook.com/blountstownhighguidance

Blountstown Elementary
https://www.facebook.com/BlountstownElementarySchool

Carr Elementary Middle
https://www.facebook.com/carrelementarymiddleschool

10/08/2026
10/06/2026

🚨 FOUND DOG β€” PLEASE SHARE! 🚨

A community member reached out to us after this dog showed up at her home on Highway 73 between Kinard and the Junction. She does not know who the dog belongs to and is desperately trying to locate the owner.

⚠️ PLEASE DO NOT APPROACH. The dog does not seem to be very friendly, so please give it space and do not attempt to catch or handle it.

If you recognize this dog or know who the owner may be, please message the KVFD page so we can help get them connected with the homeowner.

Please share, especially if you live in the Kinard/Junction/Highway 73 area. Hopefully we can get this dog back where it belongs! 🐾🏠

Please be on the look out for this precious pup! His family is really missing him!
09/30/2026

Please be on the look out for this precious pup! His family is really missing him!

UPDATE: FOUND

🚨 LOST PUPPY – PLEASE SHARE! 🚨

A community member reached out to us asking for help locating their sweet baby, Spidey.

🐾 Chocolate Lab/Beagle mix
🐾 Male
🐾 Wearing a Spider-Man collar

πŸ“ Missing from the area around the intersection of 392 and Highway 73 in Kinard. (The Crossroads)

If you have seen Spidey or have any information that may help get him home, please call or text (928) 310-8597.

Please keep an eye out and share this post to help spread the word! ❀️🐾

09/24/2026

πŸ”₯ CONTROLLED BURN NOTICE πŸ”₯

KVFD would like to make residents aware that there is a large controlled burn taking place in our area today.

You may notice a significant amount of smoke in the area, so please do not be alarmed as the smoke is associated with the controlled burn.

As always, if you see a fire or smoke that you believe is unrelated to the controlled burn or poses an immediate threat, please call 911.

Please Share. Thank you for helping us spread the word.

Address

5416 SW SR 73
Kinard, FL
32449

Opening Hours

Monday 2pm - 6pm
Tuesday 2pm - 6pm
Wednesday 2pm - 6pm
Thursday 2pm - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+18506395125

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