Strawberry Festival in Live Oak, Florida, February 13 and 14, 2021 at the Suwannee County Fairgrounds
6-24-20
Generous support for Hooked on Heroes fundraiser
Volunteers from Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office, Suwannee County Fire Rescue and others plate up more than 450 chicken and rice dinners, last Friday, raising money to help take veterans fishing. -SCSO Courtesy Photo
5-8-20
Barbershops and salons can reopen Monday in most of Florida
Friday, May 8, 2020, Governor DeSantis announced hair salons, nail salons and barber shops that are already in a county where the Phase 1 program is in effect, can re-open Monday.
They must obey enhanced safety protocols, which includes wearing masks and should be by appointment only.
3-17-20
Effective at 5 p.m. TODAY all bars and nightclubs will close
By Governor's Executive Order
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues an Executive Order Regarding Bars, Beaches and Restaurants
Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis issued an Executive Order that will reduce density and crowds in restaurants, bars, nightclubs and beaches to mitigate the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Bars and Nightclubs
Under the direction of Governor DeSantis, effective at 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2020, all bars and nightclubs throughout Florida will close for the next 30 days. Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) will be enforcing and providing further guidance.
Beaches
The Governor is directing parties accessing public beaches in the state of Florida to follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance by limiting their gatherings to no more than 10 persons.
Restaurants
Restaurants across the state of Florida will now be required to limit customer entry to 50 percent of capacity. Seating must be staggered and limited to ensure seated parties are separated by a distance of at least six feet, in accordance with CDC guidelines. Restaurants are encouraged to remain open and expand take-out and delivery services. Additional information will be provided by DBPR.
3-16-20
Submitted
The Suwannee River Regional Library System will close all branches until further notice, out of an abundance of caution in response to the global outbreak of COVID-19 (coronavirus disease).
Please visit our library website at http://srrlib.org or our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/SuwanneeRiverRegionalLibrarySystem/
for updates.
All book drops, electronic resources, and e-books are available 24/7 for your convenience.
COMMUNITY EVENTS IN LIVE OAK, LAKE CITY, MADISON, BRANFORD, MAYO, WHITE SPRINGS, DOWLING PARK AND HIGH SPRINGS, FLORIDA
Wellborn Cornbread Festival Nov. 7, 2026
ACV’s Autumn Fest 2026 Saturday, October 31 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
~ Vendor Booths
~ Live Entertainment
~ Trick-or-Treat for kids
Pumpkin Yummy Baked Goods Contest!
Click Here to reserve vendor booths, or call 386-658-5200.
Women 70+ years young - Nov 23, 2026
Submitted by Mary Anne Sizemore - You are cordially invited to meet with a group of women to share your thoughts, your memories, recipes, crafts and many other experiences.
This group has no regard to race, nationality or religious background. The only requirement is 70+ women.
The meeting will be held November 3, 2026, at Live Oak Public Library, from 2-5 pm.
Come and enjoy the company and help build a beautiful community. We can’t wait to see you! For more information call Ms. Sizemore at 850-363-3938.
High Springs Craft and Bake Sale fundraiser - Nov 21, 2026
Submitted by Carole Tate -The GFWC High Springs New Century Woman’s Club will host a Craft and Bake Sale fundraiser on Saturday, November 21st, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Vendors will showcase beautiful handmade items—perfect for gifts or personal treasures—both inside and outside the clubhouse.
The bakery table will be filled with delicious pies, cakes, breads, cookies, and all the goodies we love to have for the holidays.
The lunch menu will include chili, hot dogs, Frito pies, drinks, and chips. Credit cards will be accepted.
For more information, please call 386-518-3278
Location: 23674 West U.S. Hwy 27, High Springs, FL 32643.
George Washington Green, Sr.
Born Oct. 8, 1844 in Beaufort, South Carolina.
Died Sept. 11, 1915 (70 years old). He is buried in the Corinth Methodist Church Cemetery in Lake City, FL.
-Photo: findagrave.com, Kimberly Rose Wheatley
By Tami Stevenson
Last weekend the reenactment of the Battle of Olustee or Battle of Ocean Pond took place at the Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park in Baker County. This year marks the 160th Anniversary of what is known as the largest battle fought in Florida during the Civil War. Thousands of reenactors from all over the world converge each year to participate in the event.
