Christian Peterson [email protected] During the White Springs Town Council meeting on Tuesday, April 25, the council elected a new mayor from among themselves. Jacqueline Williams, who has been a member of the…
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Advent Christian Village resident celebrates 108th birthday
Advent Christian Village Contributor Advent Christian Village (ACV) is proud to celebrate the 108th birthday of Marjorie Zuidema Hoffman, currently the oldest living resident at ACV. Born and raised in Holland, Mich.,…
Undercover sting results in arrest of local convenience store owner
Danny Federico [email protected] On Wednesday, June 5, the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) Criminal Investigation Division and Narcotics Unit conducted a controlled operation that resulted in the arrest of 28 year old…
Florida drivers warned of SunPass scam
Kenzie James [email protected] Several Florida drivers have been recently receiving scam text messages asking them to pay SunPass fees, and to which the SunPass Customer Service Center and the Florida Attorney General…
SREC opens online applications for electric bill assistance
Danny Federico [email protected] Beginning on Wednesday, May 22, the Suwannee River Economic Council (SREC) opened its online applications for individuals needing financial assistance with their home electric bills. This program will be…
SCSO warns of crypto scam
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Friday, May 31, the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office made an announcement warning the public about a new scam regarding cryptocurrency. “These scams have led to significant financial losses…
Florida schools now able to have voluntary chaplains
Christian Peterson [email protected] In 2023, Texas became the first state to pass a law allowing volunteer chaplains in schools. Of course, Florida has been quick to follow suit. On Thursday, April 18,…
It’s a crime to steal signs
Rick Patrick [email protected] With the election season beginning, and more candidates entering political races, folks are reminded that it is against the law to steal, vandalize or otherwise deface campaign signs. The…
FDLE releases update on shooting investigation
Kenzie James [email protected] The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) released an update on their investigation and the name of one of the victims of the shooting at Ginnie Springs on Saturday,…
Hamilton Elementary Christian club disbanded
Kenzie James [email protected] Hamilton County Elementary School disbanded the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) club last month that was formed at the school earlier in the semester. The North Central Florida FCA…
Memorial Day motorcycle accident claims life
Danny Federico [email protected] The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is investigating a single-vehicle accident in Hamilton County that resulted in the death of a 50-year-old Live Oak woman on Monday, May 27. According…
Hurricane season tax holiday planned
News Service of Florida Contributor Retailers hope Floridians will heed multiple forecasts that the upcoming hurricane season will be more active than normal. With the start of a 14-day sales tax “holiday”…
Wine soon to be available in nearly four-gallon bottles
Lazaro Aleman [email protected] Wine drinkers in Florida will soon be able to purchase or sell wine in glass containers up to 15 liters, thanks to a measure that the governor recently signed…
Suwannee Hardware and Feed building damaged in intersection crash
Danny Federico [email protected] An early morning collision occurred on Saturday, May 11, at approximately 6:20 a.m. at the intersection of State Road 136 and US Highway 41 in White Springs. According to…
First T-Mobile store in Live Oak now open
T-Mobile Contributor Customers and wireless shoppers living in Live Oak now have convenient access to a local T-Mobile store where they can choose service plans, smartphones, tablets and accessories that best meet…
Buccaneers show resilience by claiming Class 1A State Champion Runners-Up title
Danny Federico [email protected] The Branford High School Buccaneers showcased their regular season prowess in a decisive 13-3 victory over the Liberty County Bulldogs on Friday, May 24, in the Florida High School…
Danny Federico [email protected] A two-vehicle accident that occurred at approximately 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 22, in Suwannee County resulted in the death of a 22-year-old man from St. Augustine, Fla. The…