Tag: economic development

New Hotel Breaks Ground in Suwannee County

Groundbreaking photo for new hotel in Suwannee County

Suwannee County Economic Development hosted officials, community leaders, and project partners as they gathered this week to celebrate the groundbreaking of a new Hampton Inn & Suites, a significant milestone for the county’s continued economic growth and tourism development. Located at the highly visible intersection of US Highway 129 and Interstate 10, the five-story hotel… Read more »

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 »