Ady Hammock [email protected] Students who are members of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) in Columbia, Hamilton, Lafayette and Suwannee Counties and want to be a part of their schools’ FCA leadership…
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National Correctional Officer’s Week: Honoring the unsung heroes
Danny Federico [email protected] Correctional officers, much like dispatchers, are an important part of America’s justice system that get little recognition. These unsung heroes are tasked with a myriad of duties, all of…
Paw-sitive Adoption Spotlight: Woody
Danny Federico [email protected] Woody, only 4-months-old, may be the last of his litter, but his story and spirit make him impossible to overlook. This sweet German Shorthaired Pointer mix puppy was bottle-fed…
Hearthstone Botanical Gardens set to host fun workshops
Ady Hammock [email protected] The Suwannee River Regional Library System will hold their Community Health Fair on Friday, May 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Live Oak Public Library. At…
Jail Report 4.28 – 5.4
Lafayette County April 28 Daniel Whitslar, out-of-county warrant May 2 Juvenile, battery, marijuana possession, drug equipment possession May 3 Byron Mitchell, two out-of-county warrant Hamilton County Arrest information for Hamilton County will…
The May/June Front Porch has arrived
Laura Young [email protected] It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the May/June 2026 edition of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed, and subscribers should…
34th annual letter carriers “Stamp Out Hunger” food drive is May 9
Jennifer Anchors Contributor The National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) is celebrating the 34th anniversary of the “Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive,” the largest one- day food drive in the country. United…
From ideas to action: Branford students shine at inaugural Civics Fair
Danny Federico [email protected] Branford High School (BHS) students stepped into the role of problem-solvers during the school’s inaugural Civics Fair on Thursday, April 23. Throughout the day, students presented ideas for improving…
Vote Stefan Blue for County Commissioner District 2
Today, I am proud to announce my candidacy for the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners, District 2. As a lifelong resident of Suwannee County, I have dedicated my career to public…
Suwannee Fire Rescue welcomes new ladder truck
Danny Federico [email protected] On Wednesday, April 29, community members gathered at Station 4 in Dowling Park as Suwannee County Fire Rescue held a push- in and wash-down ceremony to celebrate the arrival…
Suwannee Valley honors Hamilton County Sheriff Harrell Reid
Christian Peterson [email protected] The late Hamilton County Sheriff Harrell Reid passed away on Thursday, April 23, at 79- years-old. The longest serving sheriff in Florida history had his life remembered on Tuesday,…
Ground broken on new Hampton Inn & Suites in Live Oak
Danny Federico [email protected] Community leaders, developers and state officials gathered just behind Zaxby’s in Live Oak on Thursday, April 30, to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Hampton Inn & Suites, officially…
United Way of Suwannee Valley welcomes Lindsey Covington as Board President for 2026-2027
Jennifer Anchors Contributor United Way of Suwannee Valley proudly announces the appointment of Lindsey Covington, Director of Communications and Community Engagement at HCA Florida Lake City Hospital, as President of its Board of…
Tri-County day brings community together at Wayside Park
Our Community Cares Coalition Contributor On Saturday, April 25, Wayside Park in White Springs had over 100 families; youth and community leaders gathered for a vibrant and impactful Tri-County Day, celebrating unity across Columbia, Suwannee and Hamilton Counties. The…
White Springs Methodist Church hosting charity church yard sale
Christian Peterson [email protected] White Springs Methodist Church will be hosting a charity yard sale on Saturday, May 23. The sale will have something for everyone including women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, decor, toys, jewelry, kitchenware, household…
Hearthstone Botanical Gardens set to host fun workshops
Christian Peterson [email protected] Hearthstone Botanical Gardens is always working to help educate the public about gardening and agriculture and their contribution to the good of humanity. One way the garden does this is through workshops focused on different…
Monday Makers aim to keep the art tradition alive
Christian Peterson [email protected] Art is a universal human language; it dates back to before the written word even existed. Humans have been making art and spreading their love for it in many different forms. The…