Christian Peterson [email protected] Coffee is one of the biggest businesses in the entire world. Locally, in Live Oak, there are lots of coffee shops around the area. One with a unique twist…
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Continuance in Roldan case sparks protest and concerns at courthouse
Jason Futch [email protected] The Livin’ Like Larry Farm Sanctuary held another protest on Thursday, Oct. 16, at the Suwannee County Courthouse, ahead of a hearing for Eric Ivan Roldan, who faces…
Our Community Cares Coalition to host Red Ribbon Week festivities
Jason Futch [email protected] The Our Community Cares Coalition (OCCC) will host a series of events to commemorate Red Ribbon Week, culminating in the unveiling of a mural at the White Springs…
Henderson-Scheu recognized by Influential Women
Jason Futch [email protected] Heather Henderson-Scheu continues to add to her growing list of achievements since taking on the title of Director of Emergency Management for the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office. Recently, she…
Helping Hearts of Suwannee County to host Pumpkin Carving Fundraiser
Jason Futch [email protected] The Helping Hearts of Suwannee County is preparing for its first-ever Pumpkin Carving Fundraiser on Sunday, Oct. 26. The event, sponsored by Florida Charm, will be held at…
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office hosts first National Night Out
Jason Futch [email protected] The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) hosted its first National Night Out event in downtown Jasper on Tuesday, Oct. 7. Since 1984, National Night Out has been an…
Facing the fear: Sabrina Merritt’s message of hope for women everywhere
Jason Futch [email protected] Central Florida native Sabrina Merritt has lived in Live Oak for 14 years, working locally as a server. People who have visited The 406 may have seen or…
City of Live Oak to celebrate Florida City Week
Jason Futch [email protected] The City of Live Oak and the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Science (UF/IFAS) are set to celebrate Florida City Week, one of many cities throughout…
What to declutter (and not declutter) in your home
Metro Contributor As the seasons change, many people feel the urge to declutter their homes — whether it’s to make space, reduce stress, or prepare for a move. But while tossing out…
Valdosta State University honored Spring 2025 graduates
Valdosta State University Contributor Valdosta State University is proud to announce the members of its graduating class of Spring 2025. Hunter Hotchkiss of Jennings has earned the Bachelor of Business Administration in…
Community Calendar
Mondays – Thursdays Mayo Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the Third District Community Center (3373 US 27, Mayo). Beginners’ meetings are held on Mondays at 6…
Raven Merine: Classroom hero, cancer fighter
Jason Futch [email protected] Raven Merine is a school teacher at Hamilton County High School (HCHS) and has taught middle school students for the last eight years. The Hamilton County native graduated from…
Suwannee County Republican Party hosts first Constitution Bee
Lisa Keep Harmon Contributor To engender and support knowledge and education about the Constitution, the Suwannee County Republican Party hosted the first of what it hopes will become an annual event –…
Local youth shine at 2025 Hamilton County Fair Events Day
Danny Federico [email protected] Young participants and fans of all ages gathered at the Hamilton County Arena in Jasper for the 55th Annual Fair Events Day on Thursday, Oct. 2. The day kicked…
Haunted Trail & Hayride coming to Jasper
Jason Futch [email protected] Get ready to be spooked, Hamilton County! The Haunted Trail & Hayride is coming to Jasper over the next couple of weeks. The festival will be held on Friday,…
Stephen Foster Folk Culture State Park celebrates 75 years at Gala
Jason Futch [email protected] The Stephen Foster Folk Culture State Park celebrated its 75th anniversary with a Gala that brought together the White Springs community and visitors from across the state on Saturday,…
Franklin White speaks at Branford Rotary meeting
At its meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 1, the Rotary Club of Branford welcomed Suwannee County District 5 Commissioner Franklin White, who provided updates on various projects being worked on throughout the county.