WHITE SPRINGS For more than 18 years, Betty Cave has been learning about the benefits of soothing lavender and vibrant peppermint, and sharing it with everyone she meets - from hospice caregivers to cancer patients. The Arizona aromatherapist and herbalist believes using natural plant oils and extracts can greatly improveone's quality of life. She will be [...]
Between 15,000 to 20,000 people are estimated to have participated in the largest-ever Fourth of July celebration in Lake City. Despite such a large crowd, there were no problems at all, said Harvey Campbell, president of the Downtown Action Corporation. "We had no problems and were actually lucky with the weather," he said. "Everyone who I have heard [...]
Downtown Lake City came alive with fun, food and patriotism with the biggest Fourth of July celebration ever. One highlight was the debut of the city's new interactive fountain in Olustee Park. Emily Bickel, 11, and friend Maggie Hughes, 12, jumped around the fountain and giggled as the cool waters splashed up from the motion sensors. "I moved [...]
Completed construction at Lake City Correctional Facility has caused growth in inmate population, staff and programming. The prison's inmate population nearly tripled from approximately 350 inmates to 893, said Warden Fred Lawson. The facility holds young inmates ages 19-24, called "youthful offenders," who come from all over the state. "With the construction and larger inmate population, we hired [...]
The Fourth of July weekend is here, and while many will wait until Monday night to experience fireworks, others will take matters into their own hands. There are a number of fireworks vendors selling their wares locally, but one thing you won't get in Lake City is more bang for your buck. There aren't any bottle rockets [...]
Summer is officially here and while the sunshine is fun to play in, people who work outdoors should take extra steps to stay cool in the sultry heat. Information from Florida's Office of Vital Statistics (FOVS) estimated the number of direct temperaturerelated deaths from 1979-1999 was listed as 249. By taking proper precautions, people who work outside [...]
LIVE OAK - Both children and adults alike couldn't stop smiling at the Muscular Dystrophy Association's week-long camp. Since 1955, MDA hosts more than 90 summer camps annually across the country for children - ranging from six to 21 years of age - who have been diagnosed with one of the 43 neuro-muscular diseases covered by MDA. The camp [...]
Patients at Lake City Medical Centers are benefiting from a new medical records program that greatly increases their safety. The electronic Medication Administration Record (eMAR) & Bar Coding System is a program in which each nurse is equipped with a wireless laptop computer that allows them to access patient information with a simple click. It adapts HCA Healthcare's Clinical [...]
The Columbia County Public Safety Memorial Committee hosted the third annual Candlelight Vigil Memorial and Roll Call Thursday evening at the Lake DeSoto Memorial Monument. Local public safety agencies, families and friends gathered to honor fallen heroes for their service to the community. "The purpose is to recognize, honor and remember the officers who have given their lives [...]
Jimmy Carter studied there. So did H. Ross Perot. In a few years, two Lake City natives also will be alumni of the prestigious United States Naval Academy. Ryan Trespalacios, a 2003 Fort White High School graduate, recently finished his plebe year, or first year at the USNA. Longtime friend Tyler Flippin, a 2004 Columbia High School [...]