Suwannee Valley Times newspaper - News about North Florida

6-17-26 America 250 Celebration

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:18:56 -0400

By Tami Stevenson

This Fourth of July promises to be something truly special. As Americans gather together beneath summer skies, waving flags, playing games, eating food and enjoying fireworks, we will celebrate not only our nation’s independence, but also the 250th anniversary of the United States.

6-17-26 Paul Renner in Live Oak

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:13:33 -0400

Paul Renner, candidate for Governor, visits Live Oak

Paul Renner, candidate for Governor.

By Tami Stevenson

Live Oak, Florida,- Last week, Gubernatorial Candidate Paul Renner visited Live Oak and spoke to local residents during the Suwannee County Republican meeting at Live Oak City Hall.

6-17-26 NFC SUMMER CAMP

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:07:33 -0400

NFC Summer Camps
Which adventure will you choose?

By Desiree James, NFC Communications

MADISON, FL — North Florida College is inviting students of All ages to discover new passions, build confidence and make lasting memories this summer through the 2026 NFC Future Sentinels Explorer Camps, themed “Discover. Create. Thrive.”

6-3-26 NFPAA grads

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:12:51 -0400

Congrats to NFPAA 2026 Grads & Award Winners

School Award Winners -SVT Photo

NFPAA Seniors L-R: Olivia Belkin, Henry Crackel, Landyn Poucher, Emily Ross, & Isabella Yunes -SVT Photo

6-3-26 Michelle Cannon FGC Board

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:08:00 -0400

DeSantis Appoints Michelle Cannon to the FGC District Board of Trustees

Michelle Cannon - Courtesy Photo

Last week, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Michelle Cannon to the Florida Gateway College District Board of Trustees.

6-3-26 Hurricane Prep

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:01:13 -0400

Hurricane Preparedness

-Red Cross Photo

By Tami Stevenson

Hurricane season is officially upon us, it began June 1 and ends November 30.

The American Red Cross has some good advice for anyone that has never experienced a hurricane and is a nice refresher for those that have.

6-3-26 NFC GRAD FEST

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:55:25 -0400

NFC’s largest grad fest yet

North Florida College Spring 2026 Grad Fest Crowd -NFC Photo

5-20-26 Free State Park Admission

Wed, 20 May 2026 08:07:24 -0400

Free State Park admission Memorial Day Weekend

Bahia Honda State Park, Big Pine Key -Courtesy Photo

Florida State Parks will offer free admission Memorial Day weekend, May 23-25, inviting visitors to enjoy the outdoors while honoring those who gave their lives in service to the United States as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary.

5-20-26 CARES awards

Wed, 20 May 2026 08:01:09 -0400

25thAnnual CARES event awards farmers

Suwannee County - Sunset Specialty Groundcover. -CARES Photo

5-20-26 Folk Festival

Wed, 20 May 2026 07:56:01 -0400

74th Annual Florida Folk Fest this weekend

-Archived FFF Courtesy Photo

By Andrea Thomas, Park Communications Specialist

Everyone is invited to come celebrate the diverse culture, food, music and arts during the 74th Annual Florida Folk Festival, happening along the banks of the historic Suwannee River in White Springs Florida. The festival will be held on Memorial Day weekend, May 22 – 24. Gates open at 9 a.m., Stages open at 10 a.m., and opening ceremonies will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, May 22.

5-20-26 James Madison Statue

Wed, 20 May 2026 07:50:22 -0400

Statue of Madison County’s namesake unveiled

A bronze statue of President James Madison was unveiled last week by Governor Ron DeSantis, in front of the Madison County Courthouse. -Courtesy Photo