Eric Musgrove County Historian Suwannee County has always been committed to freedom and has furnished men and women to serve their country in every military conflict since before Florida was even a…
Category: Community News
MegaKnights cap off strong season with top-three state finish
Danny Federico [email protected] Suwannee Middle School’s (SMS) Rocket League team, the MegaKnights, ended an impressive season with an appearance at the Sunshine State Esports League (SSEL) state semifinals on Tuesday, April 28….
Be the present for Mother’s Day
Mickey Starling Riverbend News Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 10, and it is always a festive affair at churches everywhere. Restaurants and flower shops also make large amounts of money on this…
How to ensure a relaxing day for Mom this Mother’s Day
Metro Contributor The unconditional love and undying patience moms exhibit as they raise their children is worthy of more than just a single day of appreciation in May. Moms do a lot…
National Correctional Officer’s Week: Honoring the unsung heroes
Danny Federico [email protected] Correctional officers, much like dispatchers, are an important part of America’s justice system that get little recognition. These unsung heroes are tasked with a myriad of duties, all of…
Paw-sitive Adoption Spotlight: Woody
Danny Federico [email protected] Woody, only 4-months-old, may be the last of his litter, but his story and spirit make him impossible to overlook. This sweet German Shorthaired Pointer mix puppy was bottle-fed…
Jail Report 4.28 – 5.4
Lafayette County April 28 Daniel Whitslar, out-of-county warrant May 2 Juvenile, battery, marijuana possession, drug equipment possession May 3 Byron Mitchell, two out-of-county warrant Hamilton County Arrest information for Hamilton County will…
The May/June Front Porch has arrived
Laura Young [email protected] It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the May/June 2026 edition of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed, and subscribers should…
Celestial events in May
Hailey Heseltine [email protected] For those who like to keep eyes on the skies, May has some interesting activity in store. • For most of the month, Venus and Jupiter will be visible…
34th annual letter carriers “Stamp Out Hunger” food drive is May 9
Jennifer Anchors Contributor The National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) is celebrating the 34th anniversary of the “Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive,” the largest one- day food drive in the country. United…
From ideas to action: Branford students shine at inaugural Civics Fair
Danny Federico [email protected] Branford High School (BHS) students stepped into the role of problem-solvers during the school’s inaugural Civics Fair on Thursday, April 23. Throughout the day, students presented ideas for improving…
Vote Stefan Blue for County Commissioner District 2
Today, I am proud to announce my candidacy for the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners, District 2. As a lifelong resident of Suwannee County, I have dedicated my career to public…
Suwannee Fire Rescue welcomes new ladder truck
Danny Federico [email protected] On Wednesday, April 29, community members gathered at Station 4 in Dowling Park as Suwannee County Fire Rescue held a push- in and wash-down ceremony to celebrate the arrival…
Suwannee Valley honors Hamilton County Sheriff Harrell Reid
Christian Peterson [email protected] The late Hamilton County Sheriff Harrell Reid passed away on Thursday, April 23, at 79- years-old. The longest serving sheriff in Florida history had his life remembered on Tuesday,…
Ground broken on new Hampton Inn & Suites in Live Oak
Danny Federico [email protected] Community leaders, developers and state officials gathered just behind Zaxby’s in Live Oak on Thursday, April 30, to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Hampton Inn & Suites, officially…
United Way of Suwannee Valley welcomes Lindsey Covington as Board President for 2026-2027
Jennifer Anchors Contributor United Way of Suwannee Valley proudly announces the appointment of Lindsey Covington, Director of Communications and Community Engagement at HCA Florida Lake City Hospital, as President of its Board of…
Duke Energy Foundation invests $275,000 in nonprofits supporting Floridians’ most essential needs
Aly Raschid Contributor The Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $275,000 to 15 nonprofit organizations that are helping meet Floridians’ most basic, essential needs and increasing access to quality health care, affordable housing, workforce development and more. …