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Supporting Growth Through Rural Advocacy

County leadership poses for a picture with Senator Corey Simon

Team Suwannee recently traveled to Tallahassee to participate in Rural Counties Days at the Florida State Capitol. The annual event brings together representatives from Florida’s rural communities to highlight legislative priorities and strengthen relationships with state leaders. Suwannee County representatives had a valuable opportunity to meet with Representative Jason Shoaf, Senator Corey Simon, and Secretary… Read more »

Seven Brew Joins Our Community

Seven Brew Drive-thru coffee

A new drive-thru beverage option has officially opened in Live Oak. Seven Brew welcomed customers today, offering a wide variety of drinks served quickly and conveniently without leaving your vehicle. Seven Brew’s menu includes more than just coffee. Guests can choose from specialty coffee drinks, energy drinks, sparkling waters, teas, lemonades, smoothies, and shakes –… Read more »

$38 Million Investment Strengthens North Florida

Secretary Alex Kelly poses with County Administrator and Economic Development Director

Suwannee County has been awarded a $38 million state grant to support the development of a regional hurricane shelter, announced by Governor Ron DeSantis at a press conference last week. This funding is coming through the Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program which was created to assist counties impacted by hurricanes during… Read more »

Rural Florida Takes Center Stage

The FREDA board poses for a picture with the Governor

Team Suwannee had the opportunity to attend this year’s Florida Rural Economic Development Association (FREDA) Annual Conference – an event that continues to play an essential role in strengthening rural counties across the state. The conference brought together over 400 professionals including economic development leaders, state and local officials, workforce experts, consultants, and partners from… Read more »

Norris Honored for Leadership

Norris accepts a plaque from NFEDP

At the most recent North Florida Economic Development Partnership (NFEDP) meeting Jimmy Norris was recognized for his outstanding leadership and dedicated service as Chairman over the past three years. The regional partnership has continued to strengthen their collaboration and promote sustainable economic growth across North Florida. His steady leadership, vision, and commitment to the region… Read more »