Obit - Obituary for Catherine Willson
In Loving Memory of Catherine Conaway Willson
February 27, 1946 – January 16-2025
2024 Year In Review
By Tami Stevenson
The year 2024 saw some surprising events, from three major hurricanes that devastated Florida and other states to unforeseen election outcomes, both nationally and locally.
All in all, most Americans ended the year with hope for the future as we move into 2025 and beyond.
Here are some of our top highlights from 2024:
KrissAnne Hall speaking in Live Oak January 18, 2025
KrisAnne is a Constitutional attorney, author, public speaker, film maker and founder of Liberty First Society. Her perspective is always “Liberty Over Security,” “Principle Over Party” and “Truth Over Personality.” She is the most sought-after speaker on our Constitution. She pulls no punches – gives no quarter to those who hide behind any political party label.
.50 Cal Coffee’s Gingerbread Walk contest and Children’s Entrepreneurs Market great success
These gingerbread houses displayed at .50 Call Coffee & Desserts are just a small portion of more than 30 entrants competing for cash prizes. -SVT Photos by Tami Stevenson
The Children’s Entrepreneurs Market was well attended. -SVT Photo
Elf on the ROOF?
By Tami Stevenson
What’s this? An elf on the roof? What roof?
An elf has reportedly been spotted hanging around Walt’s Live Oak Ford the past few days. Turns out, once the Walt’s team finally caught him, his name is Rocky and he just wants to help kids.
Walt’s GM Bryan Blair and Rocky the elf stopped long enough for a photo while planning the fundraiser for this weekend. Look for the elf on the roof! -SVT Photo by Tami Stevenson
NFC 2024 Summer and Fall Graduates Recognized
Submitted by: NFC Office of Communications
MADISON, FL –North Florida College awarded 181 students with degrees or certificates at the conclusion of its 2024 Summer and Fall Term. Many of the summer graduates participated in NFC’s Fall Commencement Ceremony on December 12, 2024, where they walked across the stage to symbolically receive their diploma or certificate and celebrate with family and friends.
Summer and fall graduates names at end of article
Desantis Awards Live Oak and Lee Infrastructure Funds
Staff Reports
Earlier this month, Governor Ron DeSantis announced $20 million in awards to small county governments and rural municipalities through the Rural Infrastructure Fund (RIF). Awards were made to 17 Florida communities for projects that will complete critical infrastructure and strengthen rural economies.
Live Oak and Lee were
