Ady Hammock [email protected] On Saturday, Feb. 7, the African-American Development Council will hold its annual Black History Celebration at 6 p.m. at Ebenezer A.M.E. Church in Live Oak. The theme for this…
Category: Community News
Florida continues taking shots at vaccine mandates
Lazaro Aleman [email protected] Florida continues its efforts to end all state vaccine mandates, including for schools, a major shift announced by Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo in September of 2025. The goal is…
The Front Porch is on the way
Emerald Greene [email protected] It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the Jan/Feb 2026 edition of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed and subscribers should…
State tries to clear confusion over new license plate law
Lazaro Aleman [email protected] Confusion continues to exist over a new state law that makes it a criminal offense to cover any part of a vehicle’s license plate, whether the obstruction is intentional…
White Springs block party ends in fatal shooting
Jason Futch [email protected] A Lake City man was killed during a sanctioned block party in White Springs early Saturday, Jan. 3. The shooting happened at approximately 12:53 a.m. in the area of…
Riverlyn Odiorne receives early gift from Jesus
Mickey Starling [email protected] Five years ago, Adam and Haley Odiorne were doubly blessed as Haley gave birth to two vibrant twins, Baylor and Riverlyn. The joy of their arrival came with complications…
Achievement takes center stage at NFC’s Fall 2025 Commencement
NFC Office of Communications Contributor North Florida College (NFC) honored its Fall 2025 graduates during its commencement ceremony held on Thursday, Dec. 11, at Van H. Priest Auditorium. Family, friends, faculty, staff…
Marching band students to receive P.E. credit
Mickey Starling [email protected] Ask any student about their experience in the marching band, and they will be happy to share stories of how rigorous the activity is. Carrying their instruments, especially the…
AMF offers $20k in scholarships for seniors
Hailey Waldo [email protected] High school seniors now have the opportunity to apply for a statewide scholarship offered by the American Muslim Alliance of Florida, Inc. (AMF). A total of $20,000 in scholarship…
Senator Rick Scott offers internship opportunities for students interested in politics
Hailey Waldo [email protected] Students looking to explore careers in government and public policy have the chance to gain real-world experience through the internship program offered by U.S. Senator Rick Scott’s office. The…
New Year’s superstitions around the world
Hailey Waldo [email protected] Many people have odd superstitions when it comes to New Year’s celebrations. From avoiding certain foods and chores to throwing furniture out of the window, people around the world…
The Lee family takes home another world championship
Christian Peterson [email protected] Jared Lewis Lee may be the most decorated world champion in Suwannee County; for four years now, he and his family have proved themselves dominant with the Hangin’ Tree…
White Springs Public Library hosts homeschool group
Jason Futch [email protected] The White Springs Public Library has hosted a monthly homeschool group since September to serve better the growing number of homeschooled children in the area. Librarian Miranda Beard said…
Cupid “shuffles” into White Springs during Rhythm and Feast Festival
Jason Futch [email protected] It isn’t often that a celebrity from the world stage makes an appearance in White Springs. But when it happens, it happens in style. And when that celebrity is…
Beware of the new tap to pay scam
Christian Peterson [email protected] Scams and scammers are constantly evolving. It seems like every time the public figures out a way to combat a scam, a new one pops up. Now, the Better…
Santa and Mrs. Claus visits Jennings
Jason Futch [email protected] The cancellation of the Jennings Christmas Parade didn’t stop Santa and Mrs. Claus from ringing in the Christmas season. On Thursday, Dec. 18, Jennings Town Hall hosted the annual…
White Springs Library to host New Year vision board workshop
Danny Federico [email protected] The White Springs Public Library will host a “New Year Vision Boards” workshop on Friday, Jan. 2, beginning at 2 p.m. Members of the community are invited to participate…