Jason Futch [email protected] Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) Deputy Justin Dalton is recovering after being shot by a suspect wanted for the fatal shootings of store clerk Laura Darley and beverage…
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Homicide suspect fatally shot following man-hunt in Live Oak
Jason Futch [email protected] On Friday, Feb. 7, multiple agencies across North Florida united in a manhunt for a suspect who allegedly killed two individuals at a Gadsden County gas station the…
Bill to move forward in dissolution of White Springs government
Jason Futch [email protected] Hamilton County residents packed the courthouse on Monday, Feb. 10, to voice their opinions on a proposed bill to dissolve the White Springs Town government. The bill, introduced by…
Florida muralist to paint the Town of White Springs
Jason Futch [email protected] The Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation and the White Springs Historic Preservation Society (WSHPS) have begun a collaboration with a Florida muralist who will be painting three landmarks in…
Fires destroy Suwannee County properties
Jason Futch [email protected] Between Saturday, Jan. 18, and Monday, Jan. 20, fires erupted in Suwannee County, resulting in the total loss of property for one Suwannee County man, and a close…
Sinkhole causes traffic delay in O’Brien
Danny Federico [email protected] On Friday morning, Jan. 31, drivers encountered a unique delay due to a sinkhole that had opened in the middle of the roadway the previous afternoon in O’Brien….
State legislators visit Lafayette County
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Thursday, Jan. 30, a crowd gathered in the foyer of the Lafayette County Courthouse for the legislative delegation meeting with State Representative Jason Shoaf and State Senator…
Legislative delegation meeting dates rescheduled
Danny Federico [email protected] State legislators have announced updates regarding a series of upcoming delegation meetings in counties across North Florida due to the Special Session that was called in Tallahassee on…
Town Talk: Did Heidi’s Cupcakery close?
Christian Peterson [email protected] Saturday, Jan. 25, was a sad day for the citizens of Live Oak and the surrounding area, as it was the closing day for Heidi’s Cupcakery. “It is…
Second Annual All Aboard Festival happening Saturday
Danny Federico [email protected] Heritage Square in downtown Live Oak will be bustling with activity on Saturday, Feb. 1, as the Second Annual All Aboard Festival returns to Suwannee County. The family-friendly…
Hamilton County crash claims life
Danny Federico [email protected] A three-vehicle crash on Interstate 75 in Hamilton County claimed the life of a 21-year-old passenger late Saturday night, Jan. 18. According to a report from the Florida…
Local man charged with alleged sexual assault of minor
Jason Futch [email protected] A man charged with allegedly sexually abusing a minor is back in custody after being charged with sexual assault of a minor less than 12 years of age….
Jack Frost pays North Florida a visit
Larazo Aleman [email protected] North Florida residents awoke on Wednesday, Jan. 22, to a world of white, with some snow continuing to fall into the early morning hours, a phenomenon rarely experienced…
Bulldogs wrestling team competes for state title
Photo courtesy of Sandy Milian The Suwannee Bulldogs wrestling team stands behind the state championship sign for the duals wrestling competition. Unfortunately, the team was knocked out of the competition in the…
A new era begins: Sheriff Creech’s tenure begins with pinning ceremony
Jason Futch [email protected] After 36 years, a new administration took over the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) after the swearing-in of Sheriff Brian Creech on Monday, Jan. 6. However, a special ceremony…
Town Talk: The Little Bar is closing
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Little Bar is a popular destination for residents of Live Oak and the surrounding areas. For those who frequent the establishment, good news has arrived. According to a…
Future uncertain for Hwy 55
Jason Futch [email protected] Amid speculation about HWY 55 Burger & Fries’ future in Live Oak, the company entered voluntary Chapter 11 bankruptcy, which appears to leave more questions than answers. In February…