Jason Futch [email protected] When you delve into Suwannee County’s past, you’ll discover a wealth of fascinating information. A former Governor of Florida called Suwannee County home, a songwriter from Kentucky penned a…
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“Walk off the Holidays” with DOH-Lafayette
DOH-Lafayette Contributor The Florida Department of Health in Lafayette County (DOH-Lafayette) invites residents to attend its annual “Walking off the Holidays! Diabetes Awareness Event.” The event will take place from 5 p.m….
Suwannee County MLK, Jr. Committee seeking vendors for upcoming festival
Jason Futch [email protected] The Suwannee County Martin Luther King (MLK), Jr. Committee is hosting the MLK Day 2025 Festival at Paul Langford Stadium’s parking field on Monday, Jan. 20. The day’s events…
American Legion displays wreaths at Live Oak Cemetery
Jason Futch [email protected] Christmas wreaths were laid out at the Armed Forces section of the Live Oak Cemetery to remember local Veterans who have passed away, but remain in the hearts of…
2024 Year in Review
January On Tuesday, Jan. 2, Lenora Hawkins retired from the Live Oak Police Department after 24 years of administrative contributions. Her love for her job stemmed from the ones she worked with,…
Hamilton County celebrates Christmas with Sweets-N-the-Streets
Jason Futch r [email protected] Hamilton County celebrated the Christmas holiday on Saturday, Dec. 14, with the annual Sweets-N-the-Streets event, which is part of the yearly festivities hosted by the Hamilton County Chamber…
Sheriff-elect Brian Creech graduates sheriff’s academy
Jason Futch [email protected] Sheriff-elect Brian Creech of Hamilton County recently attended the Florida Sheriffs Association’s (FSA) Sheriff’s Academy, which is a required one-week training seminar for incoming sheriffs of Florida. Creech, who…
Studio B dancers shine on Times Square
Cheryl Byrd Contributor On Wednesday, Dec. 4, dancers from Studio B Dance & Twirl flew to New York City for a trip they will never forget. Dancers performed on the Broadway stage…
Florida knows how to beat the heat, but how do we beat the cold?
Christian Peterson [email protected] There is a simultaneous blessing and curse that comes with living in Florida. It is one of the states with the most drastic weather changes. Florida has risks of…
Branford FFA brings Christmas joy to southern Suwannee
Danny Federico [email protected] The Branford High School chapter of Future Farmers of America (FFA) brought holiday cheer to southern Suwanee County on Saturday, Dec. 14, as it hosted this year’s “The Joy…
The Lee family proves themselves champions again
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Lee family has once again brought home the gold with their Hangin’ Tree Cowdogs. While many already know Jared Lewis Lee for his TV appearances and multiple first-place…
Toys for Tots receives donation from Live Oak Elks Lodge
Jason Futch [email protected] With a heart full of emotion, Annita Leonard with the Suwannee County Toys for Tots chapter accepted a donation from the Live Oak Elks Lodge for $2,500 on Saturday,…
Children’s Entrepreneur Market coming to White Springs
Jason Futch [email protected] On Saturday, Dec. 21, children from across the region will be showing off their business leadership skills at the Children’s Entrepreneur Market, which will be held at Stephen Foster…
Lafayette County DOH announces DEEP classes
Danny Federico [email protected] Residents are invited to attend the Lafayette County Department of Health’s (DOH) Diabetes Self-Management Empowerment Education Program (DEEP) classes, which will begin at the start of the new year….
No Veteran Left Alone this Christmas
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Live Oak Elks Lodge is offering a special event for Veterans this Christmas. The event is called No Veterans Left Alone and is focused on providing help for…
Suwannee Hardware & Feed hosts Christmas on Bridge Street
Jason Futch [email protected] On Friday, Dec. 6, the Town of White Springs came alive with festive cheer during Christmas on Bridge Street hosted by Suwannee Hardware & Feed. Residents and visitors reveled in…
Christmas on the Square has another successful year
Christian Peterson [email protected] Christmas on the Square is one of the most significant events in Live Oak. It is a highlight that families look forward to each year. On top of that,…