Rick Patrick [email protected] Many men in their 70s consider a walk around the block to be adequate exercise. However, Paul Webb, age 72, has decided instead to ride a bicycle around the…
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Free microchip and rabies clinic available on Feb. 14
Danny Federico [email protected] The Livin’ Like Larry Farm Sanctuary will host a free microchip and rabies clinic on Saturday, Feb. 14. The clinic will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m….
A recap of 2025 with the Woman’s Club of Jasper
Delores Howell Contributor The Woman’s Club of Jasper had an exciting and busy 2025. In January, the club sponsored our annual Chili/Soup Cook-off with 14 entries. In May, the club awarded two…
Jail Report 1.19 – 1.26
Lafayette County Jan. 25 Max Law, drive with suspended revoked license Arthur Cook, drive with suspended revoked license, attach registration plate not assigned Hamilton County Jan. 12 Daveena Meshell Cooper, failure…
Hamilton County Senior Center to host free meals, information event on Jan. 30
Danny Federico [email protected] Senior citizens in Hamilton County are invited to attend a free informational event at the Hamilton County Senior Center on Friday, Jan. 30. The event will take place at…
Tax season opens Jan. 26: What filers need to know!
Christian Peterson [email protected] With the start of a new year comes a new tax season. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced that Monday, Jan. 26, is the opening date for the 2026 tax filing season. The season will run until Wednesday,…
2025-26 All-Riverbend Volleyball Team
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North Florida PAWS representatives to provide Prevent-a-Litter vouchers
Ady Hammock [email protected] Visit the Madison Library on the third Saturday of each month to meet representatives from North Florida People for Animal Welfare Society (PAWS). Representatives will provide information on responsible…
United Way of Suwannee Valley presents Fifth Annual Leadership Conference
United Way of Suwannee Valley Contributor United Way of Suwannee Valley invites local leaders, professionals and community members to the Fifth Annual Leading for Tomorrow Leadership Conference, scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 26,…
Duke Energy Foundation launches America250 grant opportunity for nonprofits in Florida
Duke Energy Foundation Contributor In honor of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary, the Duke Energy Foundation is inviting qualified nonprofits in Florida to apply for America250 grants ranging from $5,000 to $20,000. The…
January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month: Florida leaders urge awareness, action and community vigilance
Florida Alliance to End Human Trafficking Contributor January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a time to bring attention to a crime that often remains hidden while affecting communities across the state. Florida…
Live Oak Garden Club honors 19-year partner with honorary membership
Lucille Heinrich Contributor During its January meeting, the Live Oak Garden Club honored guest speaker Carolyn Saft by awarding her honorary membership with the club. Saft, an agent with the Suwannee County…
Hamilton County Senior Center to host free meals, information event on Jan.
Danny Federico [email protected] Senior citizens in Hamilton County are invited to attend a free informational event at the Hamilton County Senior Center on Friday, Jan. 30. The event will take place at…
Lafayette School Board hears first round of public input regarding school-start times
Danny Federico [email protected] During its regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 16, the Lafayette County School Board recognized the district’s Students of the Month and heard its first bout of public input on…
Letter to the Editor: An update from the Town Manager of White Springs – January 2026
I want to thank the White Springs Town Council for giving me a longer contract by appointing me as the city manager. It is a pleasure to serve both the council and…
Trial to begin in Sweetpea animal cruelty case
Jason Futch [email protected] Eric Ivan Roldan, the man accused of abusing a puppy in March 2025, is set to go before Circuit Judge Mark Feagle on Wednesday, Jan. 28, at 9 a.m….
Zakk Womble awarded Leaders for Life fellowship
Jason Futch [email protected] A new world has opened up for 17-year-old Suwannee High School (SHS) senior Zakk Womble following the announcement last month that he was one of six students selected to…