Lafayette County Dec. 22 Christian Santiago-Torres, operate motor vehicle without valid license Olbin Velasquez, operating motor vehicle without valid license Dec. 27 Jeffrey Steele, battery, trespassing, resist officer without violence, damage property…
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Hearings open final Hamilton County Commission meeting of the year, tension closes it
Jason Futch [email protected] The Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners met for its final regular meeting of the year on Tuesday, Dec. 16, at the county courthouse. The meeting opened with three…
Suwannee commissioners move forward with Furry for county administrator
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met Tuesday, Dec. 16, for its final meeting of 2025. The evening began with the approval of minutes from the Tuesday, Dec….
Branford Town Council debates ladder truck purchase
Danny Federico [email protected] During its regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 9, the Branford Town Council discussed the volunteer fire department’s aerial truck and a statewide training conference in Orlando. Terry Burgess, representing…
Simon reintroduces Rural Renaissance bill
Lazaro Aleman [email protected] Senator Corey Simon has reintroduced legislation for the 2026 session that seeks to provide more support and resources to rural areas for healthcare, improved roads, and other infrastructure. Senate…
Hamilton County goes digital: Law enforcement join State Law Enforcement Radio System
Jason Futch [email protected] The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) went digital on Thursday, Dec. 18, enabling secure communication among law enforcement in Hamilton County. The improvements, part of a $3 million appropriation…
Doggie Dude Ranch seeking assistance from the community
Jason Futch [email protected] The Doggie Dude Ranch is seeking the help of the community, as its facility has reached maximum capacity after a tree fell on the City of Live Oak’s animal…
Sheena Rickerson to serve on The Florida Bar Board of Governors
Jason Futch [email protected] Hamilton County attorney Sheena Rickerson is adding to her list of accomplishments in the legal world as she prepares to take her place on the Board of Governors of…
HCSO BUSTS drug trafficker in White Springs
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Friday, Dec. 19, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) executed a drug trafficking raid in White Springs, dubbed Operation Naughty List. “Early this morning, The Hamilton County Sheriff’s…
McCall’s Chapel to hold Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Danny Federico [email protected] The community is invited to join McCall’s Chapel United Methodist Church at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24, for a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service. The event will include traditional…
Mayo Rec Soccer online registration open until Dec. 31
Danny Federico [email protected] Registration is now open for Mayo Rec Soccer’s 2026 season, with online sign-ups available through Wednesday, Dec. 31. Although online registration will close at the end of the year,…
Hamilton County Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention Coalition: Preventing kids from substance abuse
Jason Futch [email protected] The Hamilton County Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention Coalition is the county’s premier program for keeping children and teens from alcohol and substance abuse. The program, led by Pastor…
Coffee with a Veteran opens up resources to Lafayette County Veterans
Jason Futch [email protected] CareerSource North Florida hosted its Coffee with a Veteran event at Mayo Subs on Friday, Dec. 12. The event’s goal was to provide Lafayette County Veterans with optimal resources…
Christian Peterson [email protected] Many folks were excited to see the annual Christmas Lighted Parade on Saturday, Dec. 6, which traditionally concludes the Christmas on the Square celebration. This year, however, rain delayed…
White Springs rings in Christmas with festival, parade
Jason Futch [email protected] The Town of White Springs and its residents gathered for the annual Christmas on Bridge Street festival. The event, hosted by Suwannee Hardware & Feed, included various vendors and…
Jingle All the Way Festival brings holiday spirit to Branford
Danny Federico [email protected] Individuals of all ages flocked to the Suwannee River Greenway in Branford for the Jingle All the Way Festival on Saturday, Dec. 13. The event was hosted by the…
Jail Report
Lafayette County Dec. 15 Ricardo Aguirre-Morales, operate motor vehicle without valid license Jeremy Kramer, driving under the influence Dec. 16 Leandro Lorenzo-Hernandez, operate motor vehicle without valid license Jeronimo Pedro Perez-Martinez, operate…