Jason Futch [email protected] The daughter of an elderly Live Oak resident acted fast when she suspected her mother was being taken advantage of in the amount of $20,000. As a result,…
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Suwannee celebrates homecoming with parade and football game
Christian Peterson [email protected] This last Friday, Oct. 24, was a big day in Live Oak, marking Suwannee High School’s annual Homecoming celebration, where the Bulldogs faced off against the Atlantic Coast Stingrays…
Buccaneers named volleyball Regional Champions
Christian Peterson [email protected] The regular volleyball season has come to an end, but with that comes the start of tournament season. The Branford High School Buccaneers have been poised and ready to…
Hornets take victory in rival game against Buccaneers
Christian Peterson [email protected] There are a few rivalries between local teams, however, none compare to the one between the Lafayette High School Hornets and the Branford High School Buccaneers. On Friday, Oct….
Anabella Dicks seeks Beta Club State Vice Presidency
Jason Futch [email protected] Anabella Dicks, a junior at Branford High School (BHS), is seeking the vice presidency position of the State Beta Club, hoping to keep Branford represented in the state leadership…
Remembering Suwannee: Francis James Ross, Part 5
Eric Musgrove Contributor This week, we complete the story of Francis J. Ross, early Florida pioneer. Despite the high praise Ross gave the Suwannee Springs resort property in 1835 newspapers, it appears…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Oct. 31 Caleb Chalmer, violation of probation Nov. 2 Willie Cook Jr., violation of probation Hamilton County Oct. 27 Antwain Leon Strawder, simple battery domestic violence, aggravated battery, withhold…
Tri-County fall festival fun
Christian Peterson [email protected] As the cold air begins to blow into the tri-county area and trees begin to change color in preparation of winter, it is obvious to all that fall has…
Community Calendar
Wednesday, Nov. 5 and Thursday, Nov. 6 Let TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) help you with your weight management goals. TOPS is a weight-loss support group with two chapters that meet weekly…
African American Development Council commemorates 30 years of service
Jason Futch [email protected] There was a festive atmosphere at the Suwannee County Coliseum on Saturday, Oct. 25, as board members and supporters of the African American Development Council (AADC) commemorated 30 years…
Rotary Club of Branford to turn up the heat with annual Community Festival and Chili Cookoff
Danny Federico [email protected] Residents of Branford and the surrounding areas will have the opportunity to enjoy a day of food, music and friendly competition during the Fourth Annual Community Festival and Chili…
Branford students outline Turning Point USA chapter at Rotary meeting
Danny Federico [email protected] During their weekly meeting, members of the Rotary Club of Branford welcomed two Branford High School (BHS) students on Wednesday, Oct. 22, as they introduced their student-led chapter of…
Post 107 Legion Riders host First Poker Run
Jason Futch [email protected] The American Legion Post 107’s Legion Riders hosted a Poker Run on Saturday, Oct. 25. The event, which started at the Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranches in the early morning,…
Mayo Masonic Lodge assumes responsibility for Veteran crosses
Jason Futch [email protected] The Mayo Masonic Lodge recently assumed the responsibility of 88 Veteran crosses, spotlighting local Veterans who served in the military through various conflicts and times of peace. Marvin Buchanan,…
UF/IFAS to host “Building a Food Business Outside the Home” workshop Nov. 6
Danny Federico [email protected] Entrepreneurs looking to turn their culinary skills into a business beyond their home kitchen will have an opportunity to learn the ins and outs of the process. The University…
Downtown Live Oak Chili Crawl a blast
Christian Peterson [email protected] Live Oak saw a unique event pop up on Saturday, Oct. 18., as the Down Town Cafe hosted its first-ever chili crawl. Attendees stopped by Derrick’s BBQ first to…
Suwannee County School Board honors Branford students for perfect scores
Danny Federico [email protected] The Suwannee County School Board met for its biannual Branford meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 28, in Branford High School’s auditorium. The evening kicked off with a public hearing to…