The stories shaping Florida's rural communities deserve to be told. That's the mission of the Florida Rural News Service—bringing trusted, locally focused journalism to communities across the Big Bend and Panhandle whose voices are too often overlooked. In this story, reporter Randy Vuxta visits Mexico Beach as the community honors former Mayor Al Cathey during the annual GollyWhopper Fishing Tournament. More than a fishing competition, the event celebrates resilience, service, and the people who continue to shape this coastal community. Watch the full story at the link in our bio. #FloridaRuralNews #MexicoBeach #ForgottenCoast #FloridaNews #WFSUPublicMedia #CommunityJournalism #RuralCommunities #GollyWhopper #NorthFlorida #BigBend