Suwannee County brokers Rural Deal of the Year

State economic award presented for deal in keeping sawmill open.

  • Jimmy Norris (right) accepts the award last month. (COURTESY)
    Jimmy Norris (right) accepts the award last month. (COURTESY)

    LIVE OAK — Facing the closure of one of its largest employers, Suwannee County officials stepped up to broker the Rural Deal of the Year.

    The Florida Economic Development Council awarded the Rural Deal…