Staff Reports
Last week, Governor Ron DeSantis awarded more than $8.7 million to nine small and rural Florida communities through the Florida Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program for housing and community development activities. The Town of Mayo and the City of High Springs were among the nine.
The above photo was taken in 2015, the first year they held the Lake City event at the Darby Pavillion in Lake City. This year is the first year Live Oak and Lake City participants will join together as one at the Darby Pavillion. -SVT Archived Photo by Gabrielle Stevenson
Previous Craft Beer & Wine Festival at Wilson Park: 232 NE Hillsboro St, Lake City, FL 32055 -Photo: Columbia Chamber
The Toys for Tots Hurricane Relief Initiative will kick-off Monday October 9th with toys and books being delivered to The Alton Church of God on US 27 in Mayo, Florida. Distribution begins on TUESDAY October 10th from 10:00am-4:00pm. (click "Read More" below)
Jim Cantore, center, talks with UF/IFAS personnel during a cleanup of Cedar Key. -Photo: UF-IFAS
Ongoing recovery resources are available to Floridians impacted by Hurricane Idalia. State agencies continue to deploy resources to the Big Bend region and provide assistance to Floridians impacted by Hurricane Idalia.
~ Department of Education suspends schools from school choice scholarship program ~
Governor Ron DeSantis
-Photo by Gage Skidmore
Last week, Governor Ron DeSantis directed the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) to suspend the availability of school choice scholarships to four schools that have direct ties to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
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Lake City, Fla., – CDS Family & Behavioral Health Services was presented the 2023 Agency of the Year award at the Florida Network of Youth and Family Services, Inc.’s Annual Meeting & Awards Ceremony (September 13, 2023).
By Noah Walker
Lake City, Fla., – Beginning Sunday, October 1, 2023, Columbia County’s Animal Enforcement Department will begin enforcing all county ordinances and state statutes involving animal control within Columbia County. It is important to note the following in regard to the function of this new Columbia County department:
If you receive a letter from FEMA and you disagree with FEMA’s decision about your eligibility, you can appeal the decision. FEMA might need more information to continue processing your application.
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We understand that facing the aftermath of Hurricane Idalia has been tough on everyone in our community, and we believe that a little adventure, laughter, and fun can go a long way in helping you heal and recover. That's why we're thrilled to warmly welcome our neighbors affected by Hurricane Idalia.
