Danny Federico [email protected] The Suwannee Valley chapter of Friends of NRA (National Rifle Association) will be hosting a fundraising event at the Florida Gateway Fairgrounds in Lake City on Tuesday, Oct. 7,…
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“He was a guiding light who stood for the American ideal” Candlelight vigil held at Millenium Park in Charlie Kirk’s honor
Jason Futch [email protected] The assassination of Charlie Kirk, founder of the conservative organization Turning Point USA, left many in the country speechless. Some regarded Kirk as the future of the Conservative movement,…
Branford Town Council approves RFQs, fire department honors Rabbit’s Barbershop
Danny Federico [email protected] During its Tuesday, Sept. 9, regular meeting, the Branford Town Council heard updates from the Branford Volunteer Fire Department, approved three requests for qualifications, held the second reading of…
Relay 4 Raven seeking vendors for Oct. 10 event
Jason Futch [email protected] The Hamilton County High School (HCHS) Beta Club is seeking vendors to participate in the upcoming Relay 4 Raven Walk-a-Thon, scheduled for Friday, Oct. 10. The event is being…
Watson Healthcare to bring expanded medical care to Hamilton County
In 2020, Dr. James Watson and his wife, Jennifer, moved from Georgia to Jasper, bringing their combined experience to Hamilton County. Five years later, they are set to break ground on a…
Better latte then never: Celebrate National Coffee Day anytime
Christian Peterson [email protected] National Coffee Day is technically behind us, being recognized annually on Sept. 29; however, that doesn’t mean it’s too late to celebrate. Approximately 12 percent of the world’s population…
¡Celebra el Dia Nacional del Taco! (Celebrate National Taco Day!)
Christian Peterson [email protected] National Taco Day is a holiday not many people are aware of. For most of its history, the day was celebrated on Oct. 4. However, in 2024, Taco Bell…
Lafayette Commission discusses campground assessment rates
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, Sept. 23, the Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners held its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the Board approving the minutes from the previous meeting…
Bulldogs host second annual Swim-A-Thon
Christian Peterson [email protected] Will Carpenter is a name that will live on throughout Suwannee County forever. He was a Suwannee High School graduate who had just begun his first year of college…
“I’m so grateful for my community for getting me to this point!” Miller takes shot at National Anthem train to Vegas
Christian Peterson [email protected] North-Central Florida is known for many different things. However, what is no secret about the area is its fondness for rodeos. Said events and the like can be found…
Local rodeo with cash prizes coming to Jasper
Christian Peterson [email protected] Rodeos are everywhere these days. As the weather begins to cool, and the area heads into the fall and winter months, the fan favorite events start to pop back…
Mayo community supports family dealing with tragic loss
Christian Peterson [email protected] Lafayette County and its county seat, Mayo, are a small area. It’s a tight-knit community with a lot of love to spread, which is why the news of what…
Corinth Warriors go 2-1 in volleyball-packed week
Danny Federico [email protected] The Corinth Christian Academy Warriors traveled to Madison County High School to take on the Cowgirls on Monday, Sept. 22, in a pair of hard-fought volleyball matches. The junior…
HCSO arrests four during drug operation
Jason Futch [email protected] The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO), in collaboration with the North Star Drug Task Force, made four arrests during a weekend operation in an effort to remove illegal narcotics…
The Annual Pregnancy Care Center Walk/Run 4 Life is just around the corner
Christian Peterson [email protected] Pregnancy care centers are a staple across the country, focused on helping women through their pregnancy and even after by providing support, advice and a plethora of services. One…
Chapel
Carson Alford Westwood Christian School Writer Chapel is one of the many privileges that students and parents get to experience here at Westwood Christian School. This weekly time on Wednesday is set…
Full circle success at North Florida College: NFC’s BSN program builds careers, leaders and communities
NFC Contributor In rural North Florida, where hospitals are often miles apart and dependable health care is a lifeline, North Florida College’s (NFC) Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is doing…