Christian Peterson [email protected] On Monday, March 9, the Suwannee High School Bulldogs hosted the Branford High School Buccaneers for a Suwannee County softball showdown. What followed was an intense game that included an injury and…
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Governor DeSantis unveils new statue in Hamilton County
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Wednesday, March 11, a crowd gathered at the Nature and Heritage Tourism Center in White Springs. The gathering was held in celebration of the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary. Florida has been celebrating all year, particularly with statue unveilings…
HCHS art student takes top prize at art contest
Christian Peterson [email protected] Hamilton County High School (HCHS) students are always hard at work proving themselves to be among the best. Recently, Katelyn Roberson did just that by earning top honors at…
The RISE Scholarship open to High School Tech Students
Hailey Waldo [email protected] Applications are now open for the Able Trust RISE Scholarship, a financial aid opportunity designed to support High School High Tech (HSHT) students as they transition from high school…
Jail Report 3/2/26 – 3/9/26
Lafayette County March 2 John Chastain, felony violation of probation Edilzar Ortiz, operating motor vehicle without valid license March 4 Clifford Pressley, out-of-county warrant March 5 Rex Denoi, driving while license suspended…
Town Talk: The Gathering is coming to Mayo
Christian Peterson [email protected] Mayo has good news – and good food – on the horizon. The Old Napa store property was recently annexed into the Town of Mayo and has since been…
Live Oak teen charged in burglary case in Flagler County
Christian Peterson [email protected] In September 2025, Alan Jaramillo-Hernandez, a 17-year-old from Live Oak, was arrested in Flagler County by the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office. His arrest was in connection to a string of burglaries. …
Suwannee commissioners send letter against Water First North Florida project
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, March 3, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the board approving the minutes from the previous meeting before opening the…
Suwannee County Republican Party hosts annual fundraiser dinner
Christian Peterson [email protected] Saturday, Feb. 28, brought several prominent speakers to Suwannee County. Each year, the Suwannee County Republican Party hosts a dinner fundraiser – to support the party’s operations throughout the year. Attendees are treated to dinner…
Hornets defeat Buccaneers in tight baseball match
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, March 3, the Lafayette High School Hornets hosted their rivals, the Branford High School Buccaneers, for a baseball showdown. With the season now in full swing, this marked the first time the friendly rivals have faced off in a year. What followed was a tight…
LaGrange men’s golf spring season starting
Rick Patrick [email protected] The LaGrange College Panthers men’s golf team is starting its spring season with a Lafayette High School alumnus on the team. Trey Galbraith, a Madison County native and sophomore…
Suwannee Pineview first-grader wins at district cooking competition
Christian Peterson [email protected] Sodexo is the food provider for the Suwannee County School District. While the organization provides meals for students, it also provides something else special: an opportunity for students to learn cooking skills through friendly…
Plants, art and community: Wild Roots Collective opening March 21
Danny Federico [email protected] A new plant nursery and creative gathering space is preparing to put down roots in Suwannee County. Wild Roots Collective, a plant nursery, apothecary and creative studio, is set…
Remembering Suwannee: Black history in Suwannee County, Part 6
Eric Musgrove Contributor A couple of weeks ago, we began discussing the Reconstruction Era (1865-1877) as it related to Suwannee County. Several religious organizations were founded by and for African Americans in…
Live Oak Christian Church to host Ladies Day event March 21
Danny Federico [email protected] Women from across the community are invited to gather for a day of fellowship, encouragement and faith during the upcoming Ladies Day event hosted by Live Oak Christian Church….
Ohio man charged with obscene communication with minor
Jason Futch [email protected] An Ohio man was arrested and charged with alleged obscene communication with a juvenile following an investigation that began in February. According to the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO)…
Roldan sentenced to 10 years in animal abuse case
Jason Futch [email protected] Eric Ivan Roldan, the 46-year-old Live Oak man convicted of beating a puppy nearly to death last year, was sentenced to 10 years in the Florida Department of Corrections. …