Christian Peterson [email protected] The Hamilton County High School Theatre Troup is preparing to present its winter musical, “Elf Jr. The Musical.” Based off of the popular modern Christmas film, “Elf,” this play…
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News pertaining to the Hamilton County area.
Teacher’s union president speaks of challenges in state education
Jason Futch [email protected] Andrew Spar is a veteran teacher, having taught students in Volusia County since 1994. Throughout his career, he had the opportunity to become a union leader, starting with the…
Suwannee River Regional Library’s literacy department seeking volunteer tutors
Jason Futch [email protected] The Suwannee River Regional Library’s (SRRL) literacy department is seeking volunteer tutors to help local students achieve their academic goals. The library system serves Hamilton, Madison and Suwannee Counties,…
US Postal Service announces recommended mailing dates
Hailey Waldo [email protected] Recently, the U.S. Postal Service announced the recommended mailing and shipping send-by-dates for expected delivery before Thursday, Dec. 25. 2025 holiday shipping dates for Contiguous U.S. (lower 48 states):…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Dec. 2 Michelle Gaggett, driving under the influence, three counts of dui damage or property or person Maranda Padgett, drugs possession Dec. 3 Josue Velazquez-Vazquez, operating motor vehicle without valid…
One step closer: Progress on kennels at Hamilton County Animal Control
Jason Futch [email protected] When the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) took over animal control from the county in October, the goal was to improve overall operations for county residents. Since taking over,…
Search warrant leads to big drug/ firearm bust
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Contributor On the night of Sunday, Dec. 7, the Criminal Investigations Division of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Narcotics and Street Crimes Unit, executed…
W.B. Howland looking for information regarding break in
Christian Peterson [email protected] During the night of Sunday, Nov. 30, and early morning of Monday, Dec. 1, an unidentified individual or individuals broke into W.B. Howland’s truss plant. The suspect(s) broke into…
SCSO searching for missing 17-year-old
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) is requesting help from the public in locating a missing juvenile. Haileigh Leeann Jones Horne, age 17, was last seen on Thursday, Dec….
Sweets-N-the-Streets to happen in Jasper
Christian Peterson [email protected] Christmas celebrations are in full swing, and Hamilton County is not going to be left behind, as the Hamilton County Chamber of Commerce’s annual Sweets-N-the-Streets celebration will take place…
Slice the price, support the cause: North Florida Paws launches Domino’s fundraiser
Hailey Waldo [email protected] North Florida Paws is serving up a delicious opportunity for pizza lovers across the region while raising funds for its Prevent-a-Litter spay and neuter program. Until Tuesday, Dec. 16,…
Hamilton County High School Theatre Troupe astounds at One-Act Festival
Christian Peterson [email protected] Theater is not as popular as it once was, however, that does not mean that the love for the art form has gone anywhere. There are still plenty out…
Jungle Jingle offers one-of-a-kind holiday fund
Laura Young [email protected] Jack Stevens, “Santa” over in Monticello, will be making a special appearance this holiday season during the Jungle Jingle event at the North Florida Wildlife Center, a nonprofit sanctuary…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Nov. 24 Marcelino Jaime-Guevara, operating motor vehicle without valid license Nov. 25 Rolando Perez, operate motor vehicle without valid license, failure to register motor vehicle, attach tag not assigned Haylin…
White Springs Town Council approves interlocal agreement with the county
Jason Futch [email protected] The White Springs Town Council met for its regular board meeting on Thursday, Nov. 13, at Town Hall. During the meeting, an interlocal agreement regarding Emergency Medical Services (EMS)…
Corinth hosting silent auction and pancake supper to support Romanian mission trip
Danny Federico [email protected] Corinth Baptist Church is currently holding a silent auction to support its upcoming mission trip to Romania, with bidding open both online and in person. The fundraiser will end…
Florida names with native origins
Hailey Heseltine [email protected] The names of many places in Florida are borrowed. In many instances, titles of towns, communities, waterways and landmarks are derived from the languages of the people who lived…