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SVEC announces major fiber project

Commissioners, EDO, and Senator Loranne Ausley

We were thrilled to be at Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) today as they announced their plan to build a 100% fiber optic network across the co-op’s service territory. With SVEC’s new subsidiary, Rapid Fiber Internet, they are working to close the digital divide and bring high-speed fiber internet to SVEC consumer-members. This will deliver… Read more »

Professional Development Certificate Earned

Jimmy Norris receives his certification

Suwannee County is pleased to announce that Economic Development Director, Jimmy Norris, has graduated from the Institute for Organization Management held at the Unversity of Georgia and has received the recognition of IOM. Through a combination of required courses and electives in areas such as leadership, advocacy, marketing, finance, and economic development, Institute participants are… Read more »

Next Move Group

Next Move Group

The Suwannee County Economic Development office would like to give a huge shout-out to Chad Chancellor and the Next Move Group for such a wonderful training session delivered to our elected officials and local leaders. It was absolutely one of the best classes that we have participated in.

Governor DeSantis visits Suwannee County

Governor Ron DeSantis visits

Suwannee County was honored to have Governor Ron DeSantis visit Live Oak on Friday. His leadership along with his vision for Florida are why Florida is and continues to be the greatest state in the union.

The Live Oak Gathering

Steak from The Live Oak Gathering

Construction has just been completed and The Live Oak Gathering is open for business! This two-story restaurant offers generous portions of American food in a casual atmosphere. They are open for lunch and dinner Tuesdays through Saturdays and open for lunch on Sundays. You can find them at the Live Oak Commons Plaza at 1401… Read more »