Jason Futch [email protected] Craig David Ames appeared in court at the Suwannee County Courthouse on Thursday, Oct. 16, before Circuit Judge Mark Feagle to plead guilty to a series of sex crimes…
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Free weekly supper available at First Methodist Church of Live Oak
Danny Federico [email protected] Residents looking for fellowship and a warm meal are invited to attend a weekly free supper hosted by First Methodist Church of Live Oak. The church, located at 311…
Community Calendar
Mondays – Thursdays Mayo Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the Third District Community Center (3373 US 27, Mayo). Beginners’ meetings are held on Mondays at 6…
Raven Merine: Classroom hero, cancer fighter
Jason Futch [email protected] Raven Merine is a school teacher at Hamilton County High School (HCHS) and has taught middle school students for the last eight years. The Hamilton County native graduated from…
Suwannee County Republican Party hosts first Constitution Bee
Lisa Keep Harmon Contributor To engender and support knowledge and education about the Constitution, the Suwannee County Republican Party hosted the first of what it hopes will become an annual event –…
Local youth shine at 2025 Hamilton County Fair Events Day
Danny Federico [email protected] Young participants and fans of all ages gathered at the Hamilton County Arena in Jasper for the 55th Annual Fair Events Day on Thursday, Oct. 2. The day kicked…
Haunted Trail & Hayride coming to Jasper
Jason Futch [email protected] Get ready to be spooked, Hamilton County! The Haunted Trail & Hayride is coming to Jasper over the next couple of weeks. The festival will be held on Friday,…
Franklin White speaks at Branford Rotary meeting
At its meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 1, the Rotary Club of Branford welcomed Suwannee County District 5 Commissioner Franklin White, who provided updates on various projects being worked on throughout the county.
Jail Report
Lafayette County Oct. 11 Vincent Hart, drug possession, evidence destroying Hamilton County Oct. 6 William Micheal Koon, drug possession, driving while license suspended or restricted revocation equivalent status second subsequent offense Oct….
Frightful fun with benefit Poker Run coming soon
Danny Federico [email protected] Engines will roar for a good cause on Friday, Oct. 25, as the American Legion Riders Chapter 107 hosts a Poker Run to benefit the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch….
Carve diem: Show off your gourd-geous creations on Oct. 26
Danny Federico [email protected] Do you have a knack for pumpkin carving? Good news: Helping Hearts of Suwannee County has the perfect event for you to showcase your skills! The group will host…
Suwannee County Fly-In cleared for takeoff
Danny Federico [email protected] Look to the skies on Saturday, Oct. 18, as the Suwannee County Fly-In returns to the Suwannee County Airport (24J) from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sponsored by the…
Jennings Police Department receives drone money
Jason Futch [email protected] The regular meeting of the Jennings Town Council was held on Tuesday, Oct. 7, at Town Hall. During the meeting, the Jennings Police Department (JPD) delivered good news to…
Toadal Control Play Cafe opens its doors to Live Oak
Two years ago, Brittany and Ciekfried Muller moved from Virginia to settle in Florida, where they could provide a fresh start for their 12 children. The New York natives were initially looking…
Hornets volleyball win capped off by Senior Night festivities
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Thursday, Oct. 2, the Lafayette High School Hornets hosted the Bell Bulldogs for a volleyball showdown. However, before the game began, the Hornets celebrated their graduating class. Brooke…
Bulldogs celebrate volleyball seniors during final regular game
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Thursday, Oct. 9, the Suwannee High School Bulldogs hosted the Columbia County Tigers for their final volleyball game of the regular 2025 season. However, before the game began,…
Suwannee Commissioners approve of FWC no-wake zone proposal
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, Oct. 7, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The evening began with the Board approving the minutes from three previous…




