Jason Futch [email protected] The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) went digital on Thursday, Dec. 18, enabling secure communication among law enforcement in Hamilton County. The improvements, part of a $3 million appropriation…
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News pertaining to the Hamilton County area.
Sheena Rickerson to serve on The Florida Bar Board of Governors
Jason Futch [email protected] Hamilton County attorney Sheena Rickerson is adding to her list of accomplishments in the legal world as she prepares to take her place on the Board of Governors of…
HCSO BUSTS drug trafficker in White Springs
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Friday, Dec. 19, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) executed a drug trafficking raid in White Springs, dubbed Operation Naughty List. “Early this morning, The Hamilton County Sheriff’s…
Hamilton County Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention Coalition: Preventing kids from substance abuse
Jason Futch [email protected] The Hamilton County Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention Coalition is the county’s premier program for keeping children and teens from alcohol and substance abuse. The program, led by Pastor…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Dec. 15 Ricardo Aguirre-Morales, operate motor vehicle without valid license Jeremy Kramer, driving under the influence Dec. 16 Leandro Lorenzo-Hernandez, operate motor vehicle without valid license Jeronimo Pedro Perez-Martinez, operate…
Michael Tucker named Hamilton County Emergency Management Director
Jason Futch [email protected] The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) has announced that former University of Florida Institute of Agriculture and Food Sciences (UF/IFAS) Agricultural Assistant Michael Tucker will lead the county’s Emergency…
Foodway theft results in arrests of three former employees
Jason Futch [email protected] The Jasper Foodway was recently victim to a theft ring allegedly led by three former employees of the store. According to the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) arrest report,…
HCSO takes stand against animal abuse
Jason Futch [email protected] The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office is taking a stand against animal abuse by unveiling a new yard sign that will be placed in suspects’ yards after an arrest. The…
Hornets defeat Trojans during two soccer matches
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Friday, Dec. 12, the Lafayette High School Hornets hosted the Hamilton County High School Trojans for two soccer showdowns, one between the girls teams and one between the…
Florida legislation provides opportunity to keep school start times the same
Christian Peterson [email protected] In 2023, Florida legislation passed a law requiring middle schools to start no earlier than 8 a.m. and high schools to start no earlier than 8:30 a.m. The law…
Hamilton County High School student passes CNA licensing exam
Tiffany Quintero Contributor The Hamilton County School District is proud of Elijah Devore, a Hamilton County High School student who took his certified nursing assistant (CNA) licensing exam on Tuesday, Dec. 2,…
“Line Dance King” Set to Headline Rhythm and Feast Festival in White Springs
Jason Futch [email protected] The “Cupid Shuffle” has been a dance craze throughout the nation and around the world since it was introduced to audiences in 2006. When the music hits, people stop…
Step into good health and step up for Suwannee
Kim Griffin Contributor As we welcome a new year, there’s no better time to reconnect with the outdoors and rediscover the powerful benefits of moving our bodies in nature. Outdoor exercise offers…
Cottage Food Law for Beginners course to be held
Jason Futch [email protected] The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) is hosting a Cottage Food Law for Beginners course on Tuesday, March 18, 2026, from 9 a.m. to…
Slew of bills take aim at property taxes
Lazaro Aleman [email protected] A slew of tax-relief measures have thus far been filed in the Florida Legislature for the 2026 session, all of them aiming to reduce or eliminate property taxes. The…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Dec. 8 Juan Mendez Castellano, operate motor vehicle without valid license Arthur Cook, battery Dec. 10 Edy Omar Velazquez De Leon, operate motor vehicle without valid license Hamilton County…
Woman’s Club of Jasper to host Chili/Soup Cook-Off
Jason Futch [email protected] The Woman’s Club of Jasper is hosting its annual Chili/Soup Cook Off on Saturday, Jan. 10, at the clubhouse, located at 403 NW 6th Ave., in Jasper. The number…