Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, Sept. 2, a crowd gathered in the Westwood Christian School gym. First, the crowd was there to watch a victory match, as the Westwood Warriors junior varsity…
Category: Suwannee County
News pertaining to the Suwannee County area.
Bulldogs bite and Hornets sting in football face-off
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Friday, Aug. 29, the Suwannee High School Bulldogs hosted the Lafayette High School Hornets for a football showdown. It was the second game of the season for both…
Florida Retired Educators Association welcomes local teachers
Jason Futch [email protected] The Florida Retired Educators Association (FREA) is a nonprofit organization that advocates for Florida Retirement System retirees, provides community service opportunities, and provides resources and information to help education…
“Trump rock” discovery inspires O’Brien resident to vote again
Jason Futch [email protected] Some people have seen images of Jesus on toast, a face on Mars, and the Virgin Mary on a tortilla. Now, an O’Brien resident may have contributed the “biggest,…
Live Oak Elks Lodge donates $3k to Vivid Visions
Jason Furch [email protected] On Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025 members of Live Oak Elks Lodge #1165 welcomed Carol Johnson, Executive Director of Vivid Visions Domestic Violence Center in Live Oak, to present…
EcoRover all-terrain trackchairs now available at Florida State Parks
Jason Futch [email protected] Several Florida State Parks (FSP) locations are now offering a convenient way for guests with mobility issues to get around with ease. The EcoRover all-terrain trackchairs are being…
Flea Across Florida is this weekend
Laura Young [email protected] The organizers of Flea Across Florida are encouraging residents and businesses along U.S. Hwy. 90 between Pensacola and MacClenny to “clean out your sheds, garages and closets” and…
“Finding Lesley” hopes to raise awareness for breast cancer
Jason Futch [email protected] Lesley Fry has been involved in educating children in Suwannee County for decades. Her dedication to the county’s future earned her a position as the elected school board…
Judge, Suwannee County Commissioners rule against Suwannee Iron Works & Fence
Jason Futch [email protected] On Tuesday, Sept. 2, Suwannee Iron Works & Fence was forced to close as two rulings compelled SIWF, owned by Ernesto Caparelli, to shut down until it complied with…
Judge Land rejects State Attorney’s plea deal in Bullock case
Jason Futch [email protected] On Monday, Sept. 8, Jason Bullock, owner of Apex Metal Building Systems, was set to take a plea deal being offered by the State Attorney’s Office for the Third…
FDOT to review Howard Street sinkhole
Jason Futch [email protected] The Florida Department of Transportation is reviewing how a sinkhole developed on Howard Street, causing a closure of the highway near Dowling Avenue in Live Oak on Monday, Aug….
LOFD rescues man from tree
Jason Futch [email protected] A tree trimmer stuck in a tree on Tuesday, Aug. 26, prompted the Live Oak Fire Department (LOFD) to respond to the 200 block of Helvenston Avenue to perform…
Victims push back as Bullock prepares to change plea in fraud case
Jason Futch [email protected] A former business owner accused of stealing thousands of dollars from more than 30 individuals and businesses is scheduled for a change of plea hearing on Monday, Sept. 8….
Hatch Park Community Center to host Branford library services during construction
Jason Futch [email protected] The Branford Public Library is undergoing new changes to its building in an effort to better serve the community. While the building is undergoing renovations, library services will be…
AbbasChild hosts BRAVE Books Story Hour at Live Oak Public Library
Jason Futch [email protected] AbbasChild and the Live Oak Public Library teamed up to hold a BRAVE Books Story Hour event on Saturday, Aug. 16. It was held as part of a nation-wide…
Constitution Club to begin at Live Oak City Hall on Sept. 13
Jason Futch [email protected] Are you looking to learn more about the United States Constitution? Are you a parent looking to teach your child more about civics and patriotism? Then join the Constitution…
Gilbert Macias to speak at local United Methodist Churches
Danny Federico [email protected] On Sunday, Aug. 31, both New Harmony United Methodist Church in Live Oak and Jasper First United Methodist Church will welcome Miami native Gilbert Macias as their guest speaker….