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Biden announces ’24 bid

ASSOCIATED PRESS
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden on Tuesday formally announced that he is running for reelection in 2024, asking voters to give him more time to “finish this job” and extend the run of America’s oldest president for another four years.
The Suwannee County Airport terminal recently underwent renovations, including a new paint job, new flooring and a shower added for pilots. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)

The Suwannee County Airport terminal recently underwent renovations, including a new paint job, new flooring and a shower added for pilots. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)

Suwannee County Airport gets facelift

JAMIE WACHTER
Friday, April 21, 2023
LIVE OAK — The Suwannee County Airport has landed a new look and upgrades. The airport terminal recently underwent renovations, getting repainted, new flooring, new furniture and a bit of a reconfiguration, according to County Administrator Greg Scott, the previous airport manager.
Live Oak Interim City Manager Larry Sessions answers questions from the City Council during a special meeting Friday. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)

Live Oak Interim City Manager Larry Sessions answers questions from the City Council during a special meeting Friday. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)

Live Oak Council approves Sessions’ contract

JAMIE WACHTER
Friday, April 21, 2023
LIVE OAK — The City of Live Oak’s interim manager is now official. The Live Oak City Council unanimously approved a contract with Larry Sessions during a special meeting Friday afternoon, effective immediately.
Lafayette County Commission Chairman Earnest Jones said he wants to try the proposed bans, but also asked about the possibility of special permits to help people in need. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)

Lafayette County Commission Chairman Earnest Jones said he wants to try the proposed bans, but also asked about the possibility of special permits to help people in need. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)

Lafayette eyes RV permit ban

JAMIE WACHTER
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
MAYO — A permanent road block may be constructed on RVs in Lafayette County.
The Wild Amelia Nature Festival returns to Fernandina Beach on May 19-21. (COURTESY)

The Wild Amelia Nature Festival returns to Fernandina Beach on May 19-21. (COURTESY)

Wild Amelia Nature Fest back on tap

NEWS STAFF
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
FERNANDINA BEACH — From live animal exhibits to foot-stomping music, the 14th annual Wild Amelia Nature Festival, set for May 19-21, has much to offer and will blend popular components from past festivals with new offerings designed to make this 14th festival another fun celebration of the nature...
The Suwannee River Water Management District, on average, received below-normal rainfall in March, although some areas received more than six inches. (COURTESY)

The Suwannee River Water Management District, on average, received below-normal rainfall in March, although some areas received more than six inches. (COURTESY)

District: Rain below normal in March

NEWS STAFF
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
LIVE OAK — Rainfall, as a whole, was below normal in March across North Florida, according to the Suwannee River Water Management District. The district’s hydrologic conditions report showed an average of 4.
A rendering of Wave Armor’s manufacturing plant in Suwannee County. (COURTESY)

A rendering of Wave Armor’s manufacturing plant in Suwannee County. (COURTESY)

Wave Armor docks in Suwannee County

JAMIE WACHTER
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
LIVE OAK — A manufacturing company is docking its southeastern expansion in Suwannee County. Rhino Inc., based in Minnesota, will be moving part of its Wave Armor line of products next to the county’s Catalyst Site near the Interstate 10 and U.S. Highway 90 interchange west of Live Oak.