Christian Peterson [email protected] On Friday, Jan. 30, the Lafayette County High School Hornets hosted their rivals, the Branford High School Buccaneers, for basketball showdowns. While the rivalry games were a big draw for many, another celebration took place that night that…
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Trojans celebrate basketball seniors by defeating Bulldogs
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Friday, Jan. 30, the Hamilton County High School Trojans hosted the Suwannee High School Bulldogs for two basketball games. While the competition was fierce, there was another reason for the crowd gathering…
Buccaneers celebrate seniors with weekend game
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Saturday, Jan. 31, the Branford High School Buccaneers girls basketball team hosted the Union County Fightin’ Tigers for a weekend showdown. While the girls were the only team competing that evening, the boys team was also present for another…
Third District American Legion Riders to hold bike presentation on Feb. 14
Danny Federico [email protected] American Legion Riders from all over District 3 will converge on Post 291 this weekend in Steinhatchee, Fla., for the Fourth Annual American Legion District 3 Riders Bike Presentation….
Saddle up for the Florida Sheriffs Boys Ranch’s 68th anniversary
Danny Federico [email protected] The Florida Sheriffs Boys Ranch will celebrate its 68th anniversary with its annual Open House and Horse Show from Friday, Feb. 20, through Sunday, Feb. 22, at the Jim…
Suwannee County Commissioners to rebid courthouse dome repairs
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, Feb. 3, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting opened with approval of minutes from the previous meeting, followed by a call for public comment. Paul Snipes addressed the board, stating he…
Water First North Florida brings hope and concerns to drought-stricken Suwannee River Basin
Jason Futch [email protected] Water First North Florida is an upcoming project aimed at bringing relief to the drought-stricken Suwannee River Basin by pumping water from the St. Johns River. The project is…
Fundraiser being held for teen battling lymphoma
Jason Futch [email protected] Briar Cribbs, a 16-year-old senior from Jasper, is currently undergoing treatment for Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Before Thanksgiving last year, Cribbs noticed a lump on his neck and brought it to…
Hamilton County School District announces Spelling Bee winners
Jason Futch [email protected] The Hamilton County School District announced the winners of the 2025–26 School District Spelling Bee on Friday, Jan. 23. Participants included Timothy Fason, Jonas Houston, Angelica Martinez-Lopez, Matthew Trimble…
Hamilton County commissioners conduct business of the county
Jason Futch [email protected] The Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners held its regular meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 3, at the county courthouse in Jasper. During the meeting, commissioners touched on several topics…
County fire and EMS services continue to be discussed in Jennings
Jason Futch [email protected] The Jennings Town Council held its regularly scheduled meeting at town hall on Tuesday, Feb. 3. Among the topics discussed was the possibility of bringing Hamilton County Fire Rescue…
Counties come together to celebrate Rural Counties Day
Jason Futch [email protected] Rural counties throughout Florida had the opportunity to take part in Rural Counties Day at the Florida State Capitol. From spotlighting Hamilton County’s growth to the Lafayette County Chamber…
A Valentine’s Day to remember: Celebrating 70 years of love with the Alcorns
Jason Futch [email protected] Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate enduring love and companionship built through years of shared challenges, perseverance and unwavering commitment. It goes beyond candy and flowers, focusing more…
Branford man charged with sex crimes
Jason Futch [email protected] A Branford resident is facing multiple sexual assault charges following an investigation into allegations involving a minor. According to the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) report, 39-year-old Justin Bradley…
McAlpin man charged with child abuse following cell phone dispute
Jason Futch [email protected] A McAlpin man is facing third-degree child abuse charges following an argument that led to 43-year-old Michael Travis Nettles allegedly attacking a 12-year-old female. According to the Suwannee County…
Inappropriate conversations land Wellborn man in jail
Jason Futch [email protected] Inappropriate conversations between a minor and a 44-year-old Wellborn man last year recently came to light, leading to felony charges against Stephen Dwight Sanders. According to a probable cause…
Bullock sentenced to 14 years in prison
Jason Futch [email protected] “It would have been better to fail with some honor than try to make it work and succeed by fraud.” Those were the words Circuit Judge Kathryn Land…