Danny Federico [email protected] On opening day, as baseball and softball seasons began again, the Branford community made sure one of its own would always remain part of the game. On Saturday, March…
Category: Counties
Suwannee Commissioners caught off guard by high engineering cost
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, March 17, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The board began by approving the minutes from the Tuesday, March 3, meeting before moving into public comment. First to speak…
Remembering Suwannee: Black history in Suwannee County, Part 7
This week, we continue our discussion of African American history in Suwannee County during the trying Reconstruction era (1865-1877). Religion and politics were not the only things on the minds of African…
Suwannee Showers provides hygiene services, meals and clothing
Danny Federico [email protected] A local outreach program is helping individuals without reliable access to hygiene services by providing showers, meals and clothing to those in need. Suwannee Showers, overseen by One in…
Fernanda Gomez selected as 2026 Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Ambassador
Tiffany Quintero Contributor The Hamilton County School District is proud to share that 10th grader Fernanda Gomez from Hamilton County High School has been selected as a 2026 Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership…
Hamilton students receive CTE certifications
Tiffany Quintero Contributor The Hamilton County School District wishes to congratulate the following students on achieving Career and Technical Education (CTE) certifications in Entrepreneurship and Small Business: • Gavin Combass • Chaneil…
Ravens story brings triple- negative breast cancer to light
Jason Futch [email protected] Hamilton County lost a brave young woman in Hamilton County High School (HCHS) teacher Raven Merine. Her story brought attention to the tragedy of breast cancer. It also showed…
Suwannee County Farm Bureau supports Vivid Visions during Food Check-Out Week
Tina Strickland Contributor Each year, Suwannee County Farm Bureau proudly participates in Food Check-Out Week, a time dedicated to recognizing the abundance of safe, affordable food we enjoy and giving back to…
Live Oak Garden Club launches annual Caladium Sale for 2026, Proceeds to support community youth
Live Oak Garden Club Contributor The Live Oak Garden Club urges members of the community to support its annual Caladium Sale this year. These beautiful plants are happy anywhere in your yard…
Jail Report 3.11 – 3.15
Lafayette County March 11 Scott Thompson, battery Lucille Thompson, battery Dale Norris, battery March 14 Antonio Porter, out-of-county warrant, open container of alcohol within 100 feet of business Suwannee County March 9…
Farm Bureau establishes disaster relief fund for agriculture
Danny Federico [email protected] Florida Farm Bureau has created a disaster relief fund that will assist Florida farmers and ranchers who have suffered significant agricultural losses or expenses because of weather-related events and…
The Arc open house welcomes community to new Mayo facility
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Arc is coming to Mayo – there is no doubt about that. The building is in the final stages of preparation, with decorations and supplies being brought in….
Ellianos raising funds for Live Oak child battling cancer
Danny Federico [email protected] Ellianos Coffee in Live Oak is asking the community to rally behind a local child battling cancer through a special fundraising campaign called “Evangeline’s Fight.” The campaign invites customers…
Lafayette Babe Ruth to host Super Saturday opening day on March 21
Danny Federico [email protected] The Lafayette Babe Ruth League will kick off its 2026 season with its annual Super Saturday opening day celebration on Saturday, March 21, with a full slate of games…
Florida bill imposes new voter identification requirements
Lazaro Aleman [email protected] A bill passed by both the Florida House and Senate and now awaiting Gov. Ron DeSantis’s signature will require voters to show proof of citizenship at the ballot box….
72nd annual Suwannee Chamber Gala celebrates community leaders
Danny Federico [email protected] Business leaders, elected officials and community members gathered at Camp Weed on Saturday, March 7, for the Suwannee County Chamber of Commerce’s 72nd annual gala. The evening was dedicated…
Bulldogs battle at FHSAA state wrestling championship
Christian Peterson [email protected] From Thursday, March 5, to Saturday, March 7, Suwannee High School sent five Bulldogs to compete in the Florida High School Athletic Association Individual Bracketed Tournament Wrestling State Championship. Each of the Bulldogs worked hard throughout the…




