Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Contributor Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson has announced the opening of the nomination process for the Woman of the Year in Agriculture Award and…
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Lafayette school board honors January Students of the Month
Danny Federico [email protected] Four students were recognized as the Students of the Month during the Lafayette County School Board’s regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 16. Each month, students are nominated by their…
NFC 2023 Fall graduates recognized
NFC Contributor North Florida College (NFC) awarded 101 degrees and certificates to its students at the conclusion of its 2023 Fall Term. Many of the summer graduates participated in NFC’s Fall Commencement…
SMS Titans wrap up e-sports season
Christian Peterson [email protected] Many people still are unaware of the Sunshine State Esports League (SSEL). This group of people have found that the love children have for video games can be fostered…
Area schools part of state-wide bomb threat
Danny Federico [email protected] Schools across Florida received bomb threats in the morning hours of Wednesday, Jan. 10. Seven schools across the Big Bend area received the threat via email, including Gadsden, Lafayette,…
NFC Office of Dual Enrollment recognizes Ashley Morales as January 2024 Student of the Month
NFC Contributor The North Florida College (NFC) Office of Dual Enrollment features a Student of the Month during NFC’s spring and fall terms to bring attention to the outstanding students in our…
Hamilton County School District receives donation
Danny Federico [email protected] The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services donated funds to the Hamilton County School District on Tuesday, Dec. 19, which were collected from state forest operations. Fiscally constrained…
NFC Office of Dual Enrollment recognizes Karleigh Bembry as December 2023 Student of the Month
NFC Contributor The North Florida College (NFC) Office of Dual Enrollment features a Student of the Month during NFC’s spring and fall terms to bring attention to the outstanding students in our…
Florida is making it easier for families to pay for education
Halie Wetherington [email protected] The Florida Department of Education has recently released informationThe information regarding opportunities for public schools that fall under the National Schoolregarding School Lunch Act by receiving free or reduced…
Hamilton County High School hosts Winter Formals
Halie Wetherington [email protected] On Friday, Dec. 8, Hamilton County High School (HCHS) was transported to a winter wonderland with its annual middle school Snow Ball Winter Formal, followed by the high school’s…
Branford Elementary School hosts Parent Engagement Night
Halie Wetherington [email protected] Branford Elementary School hosted a Parent Engagement Night early in December for the third through fifth grade students and their families. At this event, the families got to witness…
Melody Christian Academy crowns Homecoming royalty
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Friday, Dec.1, Melody Christian Academy had a fun-filled day celebrating Homecoming. Homecoming is a staple across the United States. High schoolers across the nation look forward to the…
Suwannee High School theatre troupe presents “Into the Woods”
Christian Peterson [email protected] Stephen Sondheim is one of the most well known musical writers, creating well-known shows, such as “West Side Story” and “Sweeney Todd the Demon Barber of Fleet Street.” Out…
Branford students join forces with SCSO for the holiday season
Halie Weatherington [email protected] The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) enjoys spreading its Christmas spirit when the holiday comes around, but this year, they received a little extra help. Ninth graders at Branford…
Kid City USA announces intent to participate in USDA Child Care Food Program
Kid City USA Contributor Kid City USA of Lake City announces its intent to participate in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Child Care Food Program, which is a federally funded program that…
Early childhood development: Why it matters and how to support it
Kimberly Esing Contributor Early childhood development (ECD) is the period of rapid growth and change that starts before birth and lasts until the age of eight. ECD is important for the physical,…
RIVEROAK celebrates 50 years of accreditation
Mary Keen Contributor The Council on Occupational Education (COE) recognized RIVEROAK Technical College for completing 50 years of accredited status at the council’s annual meeting from Tuesday, Nov. 14 through Tuesday, Nov….