Jason Futch [email protected] An Ohio man was arrested and charged with alleged obscene communication with a juvenile following an investigation that began in February. According to the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO)…
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News pertaining to the Suwannee County area.
Roldan sentenced to 10 years in animal abuse case
Jason Futch [email protected] Eric Ivan Roldan, the 46-year-old Live Oak man convicted of beating a puppy nearly to death last year, was sentenced to 10 years in the Florida Department of Corrections. …
SWAT uses explosive entry at Royal Inn, arrests two
Jason Futch [email protected] The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team arrested two Live Oak residents following an early morning warrant execution at a local motel. According to…
Humphrey sentenced for sex crimes
Jason Futch [email protected] Wallace Edward Humphrey was found guilty of sexual assault following a trial at the Suwannee County Courthouse on Monday, March 2. He was then sentenced to two consecutive life…
Letter to the Editor: Open letter to the City of Live Oak, Fla.
To: The Mayor of the City of Live Oak, Florida, and The Members of the City Council Delivered by Email Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026 Re: Proposed Annexation and…
Celebrating 100 years of W.B. Howland’s
Jason Futch [email protected] Centuries ago, John Howland traveled on the Mayflower from Plymouth, England, to the “New World.” En route, John, who was in the materials supply business in England, risked his…
Biggins’s Birthday Bash set for March 7 at Doggie Dude Ranch
Danny Federico [email protected] A very special pup is about to celebrate a milestone birthday, and the community is invited to join the party. Biggins, affectionately known as the Doggie Dude Ranch’s “miracle…
Remembering Suwannee: Black history in Suwannee County, Part 5
Eric Musgrove Contributor We have been looking at African American history for the past several weeks. Last week, we began reviewing religious life during Reconstruction. This week, we complete that aspect of…
Lane closures expected this week
Danny Federico [email protected] The Florida Department of Transportation advises drivers of the following road work impacts for the week of Saturday, Feb. 28, through Friday, March 6: Hamilton County: Daytime lane closures…
United Way annual Golf Tournament set for March 14 at Quail Heights
Danny Federico [email protected] The United Way of Suwannee Valley will host its annual Golf Tournament on Saturday, March 14, at Quail Heights Country Club. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m., followed by…
SVTA ride scheduling deadline approaching for Senior Day at Suwannee County Fair
Danny Federico [email protected] The Suwannee Valley Transit Authority (SVTA) is advising senior citizens to act soon, as the deadline to schedule transportation for Senior Day at the Suwannee County Fair is Wednesday,…
Branford Public Library to host LEGO Builders Competition
Danny Federico [email protected] Calling all crafty kiddos – the Branford Public Library will be hosting a LEGO Builders Competition on Monday, March 23! This event will offer young participants the exciting opportunity…
Annual livestock show and sale coming soon
Danny Federico [email protected] It’s that time of year again – the annual Suwannee Valley Youth Livestock Show and Sale (SVYLSS) is gearing up to take place from Monday, March 23, through Friday,…
Suwannee County School Board honors state golf champion, $40k scholarship recipient
Danny Federico [email protected] During their Tuesday, Jan. 27, regular meeting, members of the Suwannee County School Board took the time to recognize two students for their outstanding achievements. First to be recognized…
More details revealed regarding 2025 cyberattack on City of Live Oak, $60,000 payment
Jason Futch [email protected] Details surrounding a cyberattack on the City of Live Oak last year emerged after a year of questions. During its regular meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 10, the Live Oak…
Apex victims will not receive restitution any time soon, says State Attorney’s Office
Jason Futch [email protected] Shortly after Jason Andrew Bullock was transferred into the custody of the Florida Department of Corrections (FDC), victims who had anticipated receiving a substantial restitution payment were dealt another…
Suwannee County Emergency Management Director named Disasters Expo USA keynote
Jason Futch [email protected] Suwannee County Emergency Management Director Heather Henderson-Scheu will be serving as the keynote speaker at the Disasters Expo USA conference at the Miami Beach Convention Center on Wednesday, March…