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, DOWLING PARK, HIGH SPRINGS AND ALACHUA, FLORIDA
Live Oak Club America meeting, Dec 1
Club America, powered by TPUSA will meet December 1, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at Live Oak City Hall.
Bring an unwrapped gift to donate to children in need in our community.
Find them on Instagram at @liveoaks_clubamerica or email
High Springs Craft & Bake Sale
Submitted - The High Springs New Century Woman’s Club will host a Craft and Bake Sale fundraiser on Saturday, November 22nd, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The proceeds will benefit First Responders.
More than forty 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 Ext. 2.
Location: 23674 West U.S. Hwy 27, High Springs, FL 32643.
Hearthstone Botanical Gardens Workshops
Submitted - Workshop on Thursday, November 20 at 10 AM
Frost Proofing Your Garden
Participate in a demonstration and discussion of items to use to protect your plants from frigid conditions. The session will cover various materials and methods, including the use of water, cinder blocks, and frost cloth to help safeguard your garden. Cost $15.00
Hearthstone Botanical Gardens is located at 3300 134th Place in Wellborn, off US Hwy 90. Call 386-438-3102 to reserve a spot and get information. Check us out at www.hearthstonegardens.org.
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.
