Today's News

   The first "Hutch" Hutchinson Poker Run will fire up its engine — rain or shine — on Sept. 17 in Chiefland. The start of the run will be at Custom Accessories, 7631 NW 150th Lane. Registration will be from 9-10 a.m. There will be a $10 donation per bike and $5 for the poker hand. Proceeds will benefit surrounding area Toys for Tots programs.

 To celebrate Pollinator Week, Gilchrist County Busy Bee 4-H visited the Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge.  At the beginning of the photo safari only a couple of the youngsters knew about pollinators, but by the end of the day camp everyone could explain the benefits of native bees, butterflies, as well as some wasps and beetles. 

State Rep. Dennis Baxley of District 24 does not represent Levy County, but he told the Suwannee Valley Rotary last week that he cares about the county and will work on its behalf.

 n Vernon Handy Davis, dealing in stolen property, 5 years with credit for 91 days served. Must pay civil judgment and jail fund.