Unofficial Election Results - Nov. 3, 2026 at press time
These results for the 2026 General Election reflect vote totals reported as of press time, November 3, 2026, and are subject to certification.
Three appointed to Gainesville RUA
Friday, in Tallahassee, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Douglas Back and Clark Futch and the reappointment of Eric Lawson to the Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority.
5th Annual Wellborn Cornbread Festival
Set for November 7
Chili and cornbread taste testers line up to vote for their favorites! -SVT Archived 2023 Photo
By Tami Stevenson
Get ready for a day filled with good food, great music, classic cars, and plenty of hometown fun as the Wellborn Community Association presents the 5th Annual Wellborn Cornbread Festival on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Andrews Square, located at 1340 8th Avenue in Wellborn, Florida 32094.
A Familiar Face at Suwannee Airport Retires After Eight Years
Dave Wells Remembered for His Dedication, Kindness and Willingness to Lend a Hand
Dave Wells, center, celebrating his retirement with family and friends at Speer Aviation. -Photo: Stephanie Speer
By Tami Stevenson
After eight years of dedicated service to Suwannee County, Dave Wells is hanging up his hat and heading into a well-deserved retirement, leaving behind fond memories and many friends who will miss his familiar smile.
Congresswoman Kat Cammack visits Speer Aviation
During a tour of one of the hangers, the team stopped long enough for a photo opp. L-R: Maria Rivera, Jeff Hurley, Richard Kollmar Sr (Pops), Tiffany Smith, Stephanie Speer, Congresswoman Kat Cammack, Chris Speer, Rafal Kucharski, Jonathan Haley and Sarah Haley. -Photo: Speer Aviation
By Tami Stevenson
Congresswoman Kat Cammack visited Speer Aviation in Live Oak earlier this month, continuing her efforts to help small businesses in her district.
Liberty in Stitches at Stephen Foster
Sew Many Quilts, Sew Many Stories to Tell
This quilt, The Fall Flower, by 11 year old Morgan Carney, won first place - youth. She is a member of Suwannee 4-H. -SVT Photo by Tami Stevenson
By Tami Stevenson
Some traditions never go out of style, especially those stitched together with a little patience, a lot of creativity and generations of memories. Last weekend, the 35th Annual Stephen Foster Quilt Show, appropriately titled “Liberty in Stitches,” brought those traditions to life with a colorful celebration of quilting, craftsmanship and America’s heritage.
Live Oak Public Library Announces Two Important Community Programs
The Live Oak Public Library is pleased to announce two upcoming programs designed to provide valuable information and answer questions on important issues affecting our community. Both programs, Understanding the Proposed School Sales Surtax and Property Tax Reform, are free and open to the public. Everyone is welcome to attend.
NFC Offers New Degree
Dr. Baye Ballew, Elementary Education Program Instructor at North Florida College.
MADISON, Fla. – North Florida College (NFC) is now accepting applications for its new Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education degree program, set to begin Spring 2027. The program comes as Florida school districts continue to face a shortage of qualified teachers, particularly in elementary education.
Live Oak Garden Club Annual Fall Bazaar, October 23 & 24
-Photo: Submitted
Submitted - All in the community is encouraged to mark their calendars for Friday, October 23 and Saturday, October 24 for the Live Oak Garden Club’s Fall Bazaar. This event will be held from 8 a.m. To 2 p.m. at the clubhouse and will feature a HUGE plant sale and Indoor Yard Sale, a bake sale, pecan sale and much more. The plant sale features an array of trees, shrubs, perennials and hard-to-find herbs and medicinal plants. Learn what to plant this time of year! The Bazaar will take place at the clubhouse, located right between the hospital and Coliseum at 1300 11th St. SW.
Gainesville Pops! to Bring Patriotic Celebration to Lake City
-Gainesville Pops! Photo submitted by Community Concerts
By David Murdock
Presented by Community Concerts of Lake City, the Gainesville Pops! concert, “Celebrating The Birth of America,” begins at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, at the Levy Performing Arts Center on the Florida Gateway College campus.
Medicaid Integrity Initiative results are in
Gov. Ron DeSantis speaking in West Palm Beach, Tuesday. -Courtesy Photo
Florida’s efforts are already producing significant results
