Christian Peterson [email protected] It was a cold morning in January 2018 when Carolyn Raper received a phone call from a friend. The friend knew of a couple that was having a…
Category: Suwannee County
News pertaining to the Suwannee County area.
Suwannee County Commissioners send letter to Governor acknowledging passing of Commissioner Perkins
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, Dec. 2, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting, beginning with the board approving the minutes from the previous regular meeting….
W.B. Howland looking for information regarding break in
Christian Peterson [email protected] During the night of Sunday, Nov. 30, and early morning of Monday, Dec. 1, an unidentified individual or individuals broke into W.B. Howland’s truss plant. The suspect(s) broke into…
SCSO searching for missing 17-year-old
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) is requesting help from the public in locating a missing juvenile. Haileigh Leeann Jones Horne, age 17, was last seen on Thursday, Dec….
Christmas on the Square lighted parade rescheduled
Christian Peterson [email protected] Live Oak’s favorite Christmas event, Christmas on the Square, went off without a hitch. The cold weather and rain didn’t stop anyone from attending the festival. However, it did…
Suwannee Hardware & Feed to host Christmas on Bridge Street
Jason Futch [email protected] The Town of White Springs will be the spot for Christmas celebrations on Friday, Dec. 12, as Christmas on Bridge Street returns for its fourth annual event. It will…
Slice the price, support the cause: North Florida Paws launches Domino’s fundraiser
Hailey Waldo [email protected] North Florida Paws is serving up a delicious opportunity for pizza lovers across the region while raising funds for its Prevent-a-Litter spay and neuter program. Until Tuesday, Dec. 16,…
County takes control of Emergency Management following dismal audit findings
County to hire consultant to help with future guidance Jason Futch [email protected] A sweeping forensic audit of the Suwannee County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) revealed what county leaders called “significant structural failures,”…
GSMS Developers shape up Live Oak’s residential future
Jason Futch [email protected] US Highway 129 in Live Oak is becoming a fast-developing commercial and residential area, attracting companies from across the state and country to do business. While restaurants are seeing…
Jungle Jingle offers one-of-a-kind holiday fund
Laura Young [email protected] Jack Stevens, “Santa” over in Monticello, will be making a special appearance this holiday season during the Jungle Jingle event at the North Florida Wildlife Center, a nonprofit sanctuary…
Branford Youth Soccer League opens registration for spring season
Christian Peterson [email protected] Winter has arrived with all its cold and not-so- snowy glory in Florida. Along with the festivities come the beginning of spring sports, not only at the school level,…
Five students place in Suwannee County Farm Bureau essay contest
Tina Strickland [email protected] The Suwannee County Farm Bureau hosted its annual essay contest during Farm-City Week, which saw participation from three local schools. The contest encouraged students to explore the vital connection…
Branford Public Library seeking donations of holiday wrapping paper
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Branford Public Library is always looking for ways to help the community. With the holiday season quickly upon the community, the library is planning on hosting holiday gift…
Branford Volunteer Fire Department collecting donations for JTR Memorial Toy Drive
Christian Peterson [email protected] Christmas time is also known as the giving season; many people find themselves wanting to help anyone they can and to spread Christmas cheer to everyone. One such opportunity…
Join Helping Hearts of Suwannee County’s Secret Santa initiative
Danny Federico [email protected] Helping Hearts of Suwannee County is still seeking community support for its 2025 Christmas Toy Drive. Founded in 2013, the nonprofit organization has provided Christmas presents to more than…
White Springs to host Breakfast with Santa at Stephen Foster State Park
Danny Federico [email protected] Families are invited to celebrate the holiday season on Saturday, Dec. 20, during Breakfast With Santa at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park. The event will be held…
Live Oak Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center asks for Christmas cheer
Christian Peterson [email protected] Christmas is many people’s favorite time of the year. It’s also the time of year that tends to remind everyone of the less fortunate in our community. Some of…