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Hamilton County High School Theatre Troupe astounds at One-Act Festival
Christian Peterson [email protected] Theater is not as popular as it once was, however, that does not mean that the love for the art form has gone anywhere. There are still plenty out…
GSMS Developers shape up Live Oak’s residential future
Jason Futch [email protected] US Highway 129 in Live Oak is becoming a fast-developing commercial and residential area, attracting companies from across the state and country to do business. While restaurants are seeing…
Jungle Jingle offers one-of-a-kind holiday fund
Laura Young [email protected] Jack Stevens, “Santa” over in Monticello, will be making a special appearance this holiday season during the Jungle Jingle event at the North Florida Wildlife Center, a nonprofit sanctuary…
Branford Youth Soccer League opens registration for spring season
Christian Peterson [email protected] Winter has arrived with all its cold and not-so- snowy glory in Florida. Along with the festivities come the beginning of spring sports, not only at the school level,…
Five students place in Suwannee County Farm Bureau essay contest
Tina Strickland [email protected] The Suwannee County Farm Bureau hosted its annual essay contest during Farm-City Week, which saw participation from three local schools. The contest encouraged students to explore the vital connection…
Branford Public Library seeking donations of holiday wrapping paper
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Branford Public Library is always looking for ways to help the community. With the holiday season quickly upon the community, the library is planning on hosting holiday gift…
Branford Volunteer Fire Department collecting donations for JTR Memorial Toy Drive
Christian Peterson [email protected] Christmas time is also known as the giving season; many people find themselves wanting to help anyone they can and to spread Christmas cheer to everyone. One such opportunity…
Join Helping Hearts of Suwannee County’s Secret Santa initiative
Danny Federico [email protected] Helping Hearts of Suwannee County is still seeking community support for its 2025 Christmas Toy Drive. Founded in 2013, the nonprofit organization has provided Christmas presents to more than…
White Springs to host Breakfast with Santa at Stephen Foster State Park
Danny Federico [email protected] Families are invited to celebrate the holiday season on Saturday, Dec. 20, during Breakfast With Santa at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park. The event will be held…
Live Oak Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center asks for Christmas cheer
Christian Peterson [email protected] Christmas is many people’s favorite time of the year. It’s also the time of year that tends to remind everyone of the less fortunate in our community. Some of…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Nov. 24 Marcelino Jaime-Guevara, operating motor vehicle without valid license Nov. 25 Rolando Perez, operate motor vehicle without valid license, failure to register motor vehicle, attach tag not assigned Haylin…
Gilbert Macias to speak at local United Methodist Churches
Danny Federico [email protected] On Sunday, Dec. 7, both New Harmony United Methodist Church in Live Oak and Jasper First United Methodist Church will welcome Miami native Gilbert Macias as their guest speaker….
“I do appreciate the opportunity to serve as your chair.” Lafayette Commission hosts reorganization meeting
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, Nov. 25, the Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The evening was initially opened by Clerk of Court Steve Land, as…
Accident results in death of Mayo resident
Danny Federico [email protected] A single vehicle accident resulted in the death of a 20 year old Mayo resident on Tuesday, Nov. 18. According to the Florida Highway Patrol accident report, the driver,…
Four killed in US 90 crash
Christian Peterson [email protected] A tragedy struck Suwannee County on Tuesday, Nov. 25, at approximately 9:50 p.m. A 2023 Kia SUV, driven by 76-year-old Carolyn Raper from Lake city, was traveling down US….
Single vehicle accident in Lafayette County results in fatality
Danny Federico [email protected] A 60 year old Belleview, Fla., resident was pronounced deceased following a single vehicle accident that occurred in Lafayette County on Sunday, Nov. 23. According to the Florida Highway…