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….
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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…
Buccaneers beat Bulldogs in a tiebreaker softball showdown
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…
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…