Danny Federico [email protected] As the holiday season approaches, stories of resilience and compassion take on new meaning, and in rural North Florida, one such story is unfolding at the Doggie Dude Ranch….
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Suwannee County Chamber recognizes local businesses at annual awards banquet
Danny Federico [email protected] The Suwannee County Chamber of Commerce honored local businesses during its annual Business of the Year Awards Banquet on Thursday evening, Oct. 2. County officials, business owners, and local…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Oct. 11 Vincent Hart, drug possession, evidence destroying Hamilton County Oct. 6 William Micheal Koon, drug possession, driving while license suspended or restricted revocation equivalent status second subsequent offense Oct….
Ring the bells and wave the flag! Edward Rutledge Chapter of DAR presented with Constitution Week proclamation
Lake City Mayor Noah Walker recently presented Jane McClelland, representative of the Edward Rutledge Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), with a proclamation recognizing Constitution Week. This week is…
Frightful fun with benefit Poker Run coming soon
Danny Federico [email protected] Engines will roar for a good cause on Friday, Oct. 25, as the American Legion Riders Chapter 107 hosts a Poker Run to benefit the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch….
Carve diem: Show off your gourd-geous creations on Oct. 26
Danny Federico [email protected] Do you have a knack for pumpkin carving? Good news: Helping Hearts of Suwannee County has the perfect event for you to showcase your skills! The group will host…
Suwannee County Fly-In cleared for takeoff
Danny Federico [email protected] Look to the skies on Saturday, Oct. 18, as the Suwannee County Fly-In returns to the Suwannee County Airport (24J) from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sponsored by the…
Toadal Control Play Cafe opens its doors to Live Oak
Two years ago, Brittany and Ciekfried Muller moved from Virginia to settle in Florida, where they could provide a fresh start for their 12 children. The New York natives were initially looking…
Josiah Cook wins NEFLIN Member of the Year Award
At the Live Oak Public Library, visitors are familiar with Josiah Cook’s presence. Involved in numerous programs at the library that cater to teens and young adults, he leads an afterschool teen…
Celebrate your boss this Boss’s Day
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Thursday, Oct. 16, workplaces around the world will celebrate Boss’s Day. The holiday was initially started by Patricia Bays Haroski in 1958. She worked for her father at…
No injuries reported in school bus crash
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, Oct. 7, at roughly 5 p.m., there was a minor accident near 77th Road and 162nd Terrace in Suwannee County. According to a report filed by the…
Town Talk: What is a dragline, and why do roads need to be closed for it?
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, Oct. 28, Highway 41 in Hamilton County is scheduled to be closed for a dragline crossing. While this is not as common an occurrence in Suwannee and…
Accident results in death of Dowling Park woman
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Friday, Oct. 10, a two-vehicle accident resulted in the death of a 78-year-old Dowling Park woman. According to a report filed by the Florida Highway Patrol, at approximately…
SHS wins $5k from T-Mobile
Christian Peterson [email protected] Suwannee High School (SHS) recently won an extra bit of money that is going to be put back into school athletics. Earlier in 2025, SHS submitted its application to…
New women’s Bible study to launch in Branford
A new women’s Bible study group, called “Craving Community,” is launching in Branford this fall, offering local women an opportunity to connect, reflect and grow in faith together. The group will kick…
Community invited to participate in “Praise in the Park”
Danny Federico [email protected] Churches and believers from across the region are invited to come together in fellowship during the upcoming “Praise in the Park” event, which will be held on Saturday, Oct….
Friends of Music concerts resume with The Lawson Trio
Bill and Linda Poplin Contributor In 1996, Bill Poplin started a concert series in Lake City at First Presbyterian Church, where he served as Director of Music Ministries. He contacted Raymond Weiss…