Jason Futch [email protected] The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office Division of Emergency Management continues to make moves with the recent announcement of Gia Kelly’s hiring to serve as the agency’s Deputy Director. Kelly…
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“I want people to look at Alex and see Jesus.” Suwannee County mourns the loss of 19-year-old Alex Mabey
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Wednesday, Aug. 20, Suwannee County suffered a tragic loss with the passing of 19-year-old Live Oak native Alex Mabey as a result of a car accident. According to…
Local commissioners push for honest dialogue from Valdosta on sewage spills
Jason Futch [email protected] Commissioners from across North Florida converged at Valdosta City Hall on Thursday, Aug. 14, for a meeting of the Middle and Lower Suwannee River and Withlacoochee River Task Forces…
Branford celebrates first new fire truck in over 40 years
Danny Federico [email protected] The Branford Volunteer Fire Department officially welcomed its first new fire truck in more than four decades during a push-in ceremony on Tuesday morning, Aug. 12, with town officials,…
Suwannee Iron Works & Fence faces closure due to code violations
Jason Futch [email protected] Suwannee Iron Works & Fence is facing closure due to issues related to several violations, according to a report written by Suwannee County Code Enforcement Officer Robin Crespo. Despite…
Two arrested following animal cruelty investigation
Jason Futch [email protected] Two Jasper residents were arrested on charges related to animal cruelty on Tuesday, Aug. 12, following the execution of a search warrant by the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO)…
16-year-old killed in Branford crash
Jason Futch [email protected] A Branford teen was killed on the evening of Saturday, Aug. 16, following a single-vehicle accident on a hay field near 79th Road and 274th Street. According to a…
Suwannee Iron Works & Fence faces closure due to code violations
Suwannee Iron Works & Fence is facing closure due to issues related to several violations, according to a report written by Suwannee County Code Enforcement Officer Robin Crespo. Despite the order, which…
Terry “Donell” Gwinn remembered as trailblazer for sustainable growth
Jason Futch [email protected] Terry “Donell” Gwinn was a bigger-than-life individual who made a name for himself in Suwannee County. Alongside his brothers, Clifford and the late Robert, Jr., Donell started Gwinn Brothers…
Lafayette teen named national finalist in FFA agriscience fair
Lafayette FFA Chapter Contributor More than 20 agricultural teachers and college professors from throughout the United States recently met virtually to determine what Future Farmers of America (FFA) members and teams will…
Sole purpose; 8,600 miles trekked for mental health awareness
Jason Futch [email protected] Kyndal Ray Edwards has made the most of his life since being released from the Re-Entry Work Camp in Baker County. He was compelled to stay away from drugs…
Martin Lee appointed HCSO’s chief deputy
Jason Futch [email protected] The family and friends of Martin Lee came out on Friday, Aug. 1, as he became the next Chief Deputy for the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO). Lee, a…
“Her story is one of love, perseverance and hope” Remembering the life of Janna Roberts
Danny Federico [email protected] “She loved the beauty of God’s creation and found peace in nature — watching the sun dip below the horizon, walking barefoot along the beach, or enjoying quiet days…
Two arrested following animal cruelty investigation
Jason Futch [email protected] On Tuesday, Aug. 12, two Jasper residents were charged following the execution of a search warrant by the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) and its Animal Control Division. Arrested…
Fatal shooting in Jasper leads to arrest
Jason Futch [email protected] A Valdosta man was charged with second-degree murder following a shooting at the Motel 8 on State Route 6 in Hamilton County, resulting in the death of a female…
Pedestrian fatally struck in Columbia County
Danny Federico [email protected] A 54-year-old Lake City man was killed on Thursday, July 28, after being struck by a vehicle while walking along County Road 240. According to a Florida Highway Patrol…
Branford Town Council swears in new members, discusses Local Option Gas Tax
Danny Federico [email protected] The Branford Town Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, July 8, during which two members were sworn in. Once the meeting was called to order, the Council approved…