City/County
MAYO, FL - The clock strikes midnight and the sky over Mayo erupts in a chorus of celebration as Lafayette County rings in the year 2026. From the quiet bends of the Suwannee River to the heart of downtown, the energy is electric as residents officially welcome a brand-new chapter.
City/County
MAYO, FL — While the golden Florida sun typically highlights the vibrant blue of our local springs, a quiet crisis is unfolding deep beneath the sandy soil of Lafayette County that could change how we use water for months to come. (Sign in or subscribe for free to see how the
Obituaries
Avis Jeanette “Jan” (Winburn) Brown, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed peacefully into the presence of Jesus on December 26, 2025, at the age of 95. She was born on April 2, 1930 in Mayo, Florida, to Sadie and Ovil A. Winburn, Sr., and grew up with her
Schools/Sports
Mayo, FL — As school safety remains the top concern for families across North Florida, a new wave of security technology is making its way into the region, leaving many in Lafayette County wondering if local schools will soon follow suit. The recent decision by the Taylor County School District to
City/County
The Florida Senate has officially set its sights on a major reinvestment in the state’s heartland with the filing of the "Rural Renaissance" legislation for the 2026 session. This ambitious package, spearheaded by Senate President Ben Albritton and local Senator Corey Simon, aims to breathe new life
City/County
MAYO, FL - The Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners gathered for their final regular meeting of the year on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. Meeting at the Lafayette County Courthouse in Mayo, Florida, the board addressed a variety of local infrastructure projects and administrative requirements before officially adjourning until the
Events
MAYO, FL — Residents of Lafayette County have a unique opportunity to satisfy their holiday cravings this season while helping preserve a vital piece of local history. On Monday, December 22, the Lafayette County Historical Society will host its "Christmas Candy Auction," a virtual fundraiser dedicated to powering the
Schools/Sports
Mayo, FL – A familiar face is returning to the dugout at Lafayette High School. The Hornets have officially named Lindsey Jones as the new Varsity Softball Head Coach, bringing a decorated alum and seasoned mentor back to the program where her love for the game first began. For the Mayo
Schools/Sports
MAYO, FL – A single meeting tomorrow night could redefine both the daily rhythm and the safety infrastructure of Lafayette County schools. The Lafayette County School Board is scheduled to convene for its regular monthly session on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.. While the agenda includes routine
City/County
New Money Approved to Help Mayo Farmers and the River MAYO, Fla. — Good news is on the way for Lafayette County farms, and it started with a big meeting across the river this past Tuesday. On December 9, 2025, the leaders of the Suwannee River Water Management District met in
Schools/Sports
MAYO, Fla. — The holiday spirit is alive and well in Lafayette County as the Lafayette High School (LHS) Band prepares to host its highly anticipated annual Christmas concert. Titled "Sounds of the Season," the event promises an evening of festive melodies and community cheer right here in the
City/County
MAYO, Fla. — Tensions boiled over during a recently packed Town Council meeting as residents gathered, standing shoulder-to-shoulder in the cramped municipal hall, ready to voice their concerns regarding a potential increase in the local peddler fee. What began as an exercise in civic engagement quickly turned into confusion and frustration,