Kenzie Krueger

Tallahassee

Reporter at WTXL-TV (Midway, FL)

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Wakulla community rallies behind graduating seniors

5 days ago | wtxl.com | Kenzie Krueger

$100,000+ Raised: The Wakulla Academic Boosters awarded scholarships to around 60 seniors this year. Community-Backed Support: An additional 50 scholarships came from school and local sponsors. Watch the video to see how Students like Shemar Hawthorne and Madison Hurley say the support helps shape their futures. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:For dozens of graduating seniors at Wakulla High School, the path to college and career just got a little easier—thanks to a generous wave of local scholarship support.
From garden beds to giving back: Wakulla’s weekend of growth

6 days ago | wtxl.com | Kenzie Krueger

The Wakulla Garden Club is hosting a county-wide garden tour and plant sale this weekendClub members, like Laura Mooser, are helping families grow their own food and build confidence through home gardening. Watch the video to learn how all proceeds from the event will go towards supporting veterans. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: Gardening isn’t just a hobby in Wakulla County it’s a growing movement rooted in community and purpose.
Thriving Reefs, Clearer Waters: Wakulla’s Environmental Institute oyster project delivers results

1 week ago | wtxl.com | Kenzie Krueger

Oyster Reefs Are Thriving: More than 1,000 oyster domes have been deployed, providing a strong foundation for oyster growth and attracting fish, crabs, and dolphins. Water Quality and Wildlife Rebound: Researchers report visibly clearer water and the return of vital seagrass, which supports a wide range of marine life. Upstream Conservation Matters: Forest conservation efforts in the Apalachee Bay watershed are helping protect the water sources that feed into these coastal ecosystems.
Critical Roles Lost: Staffing cuts hit beloved Gulf Specimen Marine Lab

1 week ago | wtxl.com | Kenzie Krueger

Gulf Specimen Marine Lab in Panacea faces staffing cuts with eight AmeriCorps members laid off. Loss affects marine life care, education, and daily operations. Watch the video to see how the cuts will put a strain on operations, affecting water systems and specimen collections. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:Behind the tanks and touch pools of the Gulf Specimen Marine Lab, a quiet but significant shift is taking place.
Wakulla 4H students prepare for a horseback riding competition this weekend

1 week ago | wtxl.com | Kenzie Krueger

A group of 4H youth is competing in a horseback riding competition this weekend. Participation helps children develop life skills and boosts their confidence. Watch the video to learn how the riders have developed lifelong skills from horseback riding. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:The 4H Bits and Bridles club is getting ready for a big weekend of horseback riding competition, and they’re bringing more than just riding skills to the ring.
Still Searching: A year later, the fight for a home in Wakulla continues

1 week ago | wtxl.com | Kenzie Krueger

Since March 2020, national rent prices have surged over 22%, leaving some in Wakulla County priced out of their communities. One woman, Michelle Anderson shares her story of being forced to move and her hopes to return by purchasing a home next year. The Wakulla County Affordable Housing Committee is working with county commissioners to propose solutions such as reducing building fees and exploring accessory dwelling units.
15 Years after Deepwater Horizon, Gulf Funding boosts environmental projects in Wakulla County

2 weeks ago | wtxl.com | Kenzie Krueger

Wakulla County received $12.6 million in Restore Act funding to expand the Otter Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility, boosting capacity and improving local water quality. The funding is part of broader Gulf Coast restoration efforts initiated after the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Environmental experts stress the importance of clean water projects in areas like Wakulla County, where fast-moving waterways directly impact coastal ecosystems and marine life.
A Decade Without Justice: The Unsolved Murder of Jody Kilgore

2 weeks ago | wtxl.com | Kenzie Krueger

A Decade Without Justice: The Unsolved Murder of Jody KilgoreOn October 6, 2014, Jody Kilgore was murdered just outside his home on Spring Court in Crawfordville, Florida. More than a decade has passed, but the person responsible for his death remains unidentified and his family remains heartbroken.
Community rallies after Wakulla crash claims teen’s life

2 weeks ago | wtxl.com | Kenzie Krueger

18-year-old Keely Hand lost her life; sister Kiley remains in critical conditionFish fry fundraiser planned to support grieving familyMental health support is in place for Wakulla County studentsWatch the video to see how the community is coming together to help a family facing unimaginable loss. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:Tonight, we are hearing from the family of the 18-year-old teen tragically killed following a car accident in Wakulla County.
Healing in bloom: FSU students care for campus memorials after shooting

2 weeks ago | wtxl.com | Kenzie Krueger

Students are trimming and caring for memorial flowers around campus to create a space of healing and remembrance. Professor Kellie Keys, from Wakulla County, was moved by a similar effort after a 2018 tragedy and wanted to give back to her campus in a meaningful way. Watch the video to see how the gesture has brought students together in shared grief and resilience, turning tragedy into unity and hope. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:In times of tragedy, communities find ways to come together.