Jason Futch [email protected] The Suwannee County Animal Shelter (SCAS) recently achieved a big win, as it announced on Friday, July 18, the shelter received a No-Kill status recognition for 2024. “This…
Category: Community News
Suwannee Hardware & Feed partners with TDC on beautification grant
Jason Futch [email protected] Suwannee Hardware & Feed and the Hamilton County Tourist Development Council (TDC) have joined forces to provide the Town of White Springs with a beautification grant aimed to bring…
Jennings Public Works Coordinator arrested for domestic dispute
Cheltsie Holbrook [email protected] A Sunday morning scuffle turned into serious charges against 41-year-old Joshua Jontue Johnson after engaging in an altercation with a female victim. According to the arrest report, on Sunday,…
Jail Report
Lafayette County July 15 Randall Wild, violation of probation July 18 Joshua Webster, violation of probation Aug. 2 Kenneth Beebe, driving while license suspended or restricted, destroyed evidence, drug equipment possession, tag…
KJ’s Breast Cancer Awareness Banquet coming in October
Jason Futch [email protected] Get ready to show support for the brave individuals who have battled breast cancer and found the courage to share their stories of hope, strength and survival. KJ’s Breast…
Suwannee River Economic Council focuses on senior needs
Jason Futch [email protected] The Suwannee River Economic Council has built on its aging initiative through the Community Care for the Elderly program, which was created for individuals 60 years of age or…
Click! It’s time for the Second Annual Branford Camera Club Photography Show
Christian Peterson [email protected] Summertime is coming to a close; summer vacations are ending, breaks are over, and it’s almost time to get back to regular life. With fall just around the corner,…
The Little Bar to celebrate Jim Hughens
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Little Bar has been a staple of the Live Oak community for a long time, with many residents stopping by at least once a week for a drink…
Nine children drown, five million pools recalled
Kathy Egan [email protected] Every summer, families everywhere purchase above-ground pools from major retailers and anticipate hours of splashing fun for their children. Be careful! Over five million pools are now being recalled…
Florida Special Needs Registry available to assist the vulnerable
Jason Futch [email protected] The Florida Department of Health is urging residents to sign up for the Florida Special Needs Registry, especially individuals who may be vulnerable, as hurricane season threatens to impact…
The Justin Starling Memorial tournament is this month
Christian Peterson [email protected] Justin Starling tragically lost his life in a car accident in August 2010. Still, his family and community have since kept his memory alive, particularly through the Justin Starling…
You could be missing out on senior discounts
Hailey Heseltine [email protected] We all know many businesses provide discounted prices for children and students. We may forget, however, that they also offer discounts for seniors, which usually begin between the ages…
Suwannee Quarterback Club hosting gun raffle fundraiser
Christian Peterson [email protected] Football season is just around the corner, and with it, the Suwannee Quarterback Club is ramping up its fundraising efforts. This year, the group is doing something unique by…
Celebrating the history of the Purple Heart
Christian Peterson [email protected] Each year, Aug. 7 is set aside to honor Purple Heart Day; actually, the entire month is considered Purple Heart Month. Now, many may be wondering what a Purple…
Department of Health urges summertime safety
Rick Patrick [email protected] With the summer vacation season now in full swing, the Florida Department of Health reminds everyone to help make this summer a safe and successful one. Although the Fourth…
Jail Report
Lafayette County July 22 Joshua Webster, violation of probation July 24 Zachary Hawk, violation of probation Hamilton County July 21 Ryan Christopher Grantham, contempt of court, probation violation Tard Nativius…
Extension offices to host homesteading classes
Christian Peterson [email protected] The UF/IFAS Extension Office in Suwannee County will be hosting multiple classes in the next two months to help people reconnect with their roots. The four-week program is titled…