
Florida youth take action with park cleanup and tobacco free initiative
Submitted - Mayo, FLA. – Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) members in Mayo conducted a tobacco-related litter cleanup at Veterans Park on February 20, 2025. The youth-led effort was part of an ongoing campaign to protect Mayo’s public spaced from the harmful effects of tobacco and vaping products.
RIVEROAK Technical College Holds Graduation Ceremony
Florida High School Diploma Graduates during RIVEROAK’s graduation ceremony, last week. -RIVEROAK Courtesy Photo
More freedom for Florida boaters
"No local bans on gas vessels, preventing random vessel safety inspections without probable cause."
From Classroom to Community: NFC Awards Shine Spotlight on Student Success and Service
Kasey Carter, 2024–25 Student of the Year, Hamilton County .-NFC Photo
Foster Parents needed in Hamilton, Lafayette and Suwannee Counties
Good foster families, just like all families, come in all different shapes and sizes. From the individual in their late twenties with the energy of youth to the retiree with extra time, we are looking for individuals and couples who are willing to say yes to becoming a foster parent. —
Lighting the Way:
NFC Honors Future Nurses with Time-Honored Tradition
Emily Boggus of Suwannee County earned the Nursing Leadership Award, recognized for her influence and commitment.
Submitted - MADISON, FL – Surrounded by family, friends, and faculty who have walked beside them every step of the way, the North Florida College Registered Nursing Class of 2025 was honored in a time-honored pinning and lamp lighting ceremony on May 6.
The Great American Birthday Bash & Caravan - Saturday, June 14
Submitted by Barbara Gill - The Suwannee County Republican Party is hosting THE GREAT AMERICAN BIRTHDAY BASH & CONVOY, on June 14, 2025, at the Suwannee County Coliseum 4 – 8 pm. We are celebrating Flag Day, the 250th Anniversary of the Army and President Trump’s birthday. A Patriotic Convoy will depart Branford at 2 pm. (our fall 2024 Rally had 125 vehicles!) ...
Local SkillsUSA Students Participate in National Signing Day to celebrate CTE Career Commitments
Event recognizes students pursuing a career in the skilled trades.
-RIVEROAK Photos: Submitted
LCPD Email Change
Submitted - The Lake City Police Department is updating its email system to better serve the community. Effective immediately, all department staff will begin using a new email domain: @lcflapd.com.