The latest around the island. We sweep Cedar Key and Levy County’s own newsrooms every morning and link the stories that matter here — in their words, on their pages. We just keep the porch light on.
Sunday, November 1, 2026
Top Stories
- Cedar Key hurricane recovery video wins national Murrow Award for UF journalism grad — A UF journalism graduate’s video on Cedar Key’s recovery from three hurricanes in 2024 has won a national Murrow Award. Cedar Key Beacon
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Top Stories
- Sheriff’s release: PUBLIC ASSISTANCE REQUESTED – MISSING PERSON — The Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help finding Derek Abrams, believed to need medical assistance, last reported near the Tidewater Trailhead. Levy County Sheriff’s Office
City & County Government
- County release: Levy County Commission meeting rescheduled to 1 p.m. on November 3, 2026 — The Nov. 3 commission meeting moves from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. so county officials and staff can attend funeral services for longtime employee David Weatherford, while the Veterans Resource Fair runs as scheduled from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Levy County Board of County Commissioners
School & Community
- Chiefland honors volleyball seniors with five-set win — Chiefland marked Senior Night with a five-set volleyball win over Cedar Key. The Levy Citizen
- Levy County farmer featured in UF/IFAS forest management video — A Chiefland farmer is featured in a UF/IFAS video about forest management. The Levy Citizen
Friday, October 30, 2026
Top Stories
- Andrews WMA joins national Old-Growth Forest Network — A Levy County wildlife area has joined a national network recognizing old-growth forests. The Levy Citizen
City & County Government
- Chiefland Fire Rescue honors service, celebrates promotions — Chiefland Fire Rescue recognized its members’ service and marked recent promotions. The Levy Citizen
School & Community
- Habitat for Humanity fundraiser brings cornhole, chili cook-off to Williston — A Williston fundraiser pairs a cornhole tournament with a chili cook-off for Habitat for Humanity. The Levy Citizen
- Levy County cattleman named finalist for Florida Farmer of the Year — A Levy County cattleman is a finalist for Florida Farmer of the Year. The Levy Citizen
Thursday, October 29, 2026
Elections & Public Notices
- Open Levy County Commission seat draws three-way race in District 2 — Three candidates — Democrat Lincoln Cannon, Ecology Party candidate Emily Casey, and Republican Matt Lemery — are running for the open District 2 County Commission seat voters will fill on November 3. Cedar Key Beacon
City & County Government
- Levy commission opts for limited comp plan updates, broader review next year — County commissioners voted 5-0 on Oct. 20 to send a minimally updated comprehensive plan to the state, with workshops on a broader review expected to begin in January. The Levy Citizen
On the Water
- Cedar Key to mark opening of Historic Trestle Paddling Trail — Cedar Key will celebrate the grand opening of its new 1.4-mile Historic Trestle Paddling Trail with a ribbon cutting at City Park on Saturday, Nov. 14 at 1 p.m., followed by an inaugural group paddle. The Levy Citizen
School & Community
- Bronson breast cancer walk draws 200 participants — About 200 people turned out for the 12th annual Bronson Breast Cancer Awareness Walk and Rally. The Levy Citizen
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
School & Community
- Williston Volleyball Punches Ticket to State Final Four Under First-Year Interim Coach — Williston’s volleyball team beat Crescent City in four sets to reach the state Final Four in Winter Haven in its first season under interim coach Meagan Gladwell. Cedar Key Beacon
On the Water
- Hurricane season isn’t over: What Florida’s latest-ever strikes mean for the Nature Coast — November hurricane landfalls in Florida are rare but real, so the season’s Nov. 30 end date still matters for a low-lying coast like Cedar Key’s. Cedar Key Beacon
City & County Government
- City Hall will be Closed for Election Day – November 3, 2026 — City Hall will serve as a polling location on Election Day, with offices closed Nov 3 and regular hours resuming Nov 4. City of Cedar Key
- County release: “Let’s Have a Conversation” — The Sheriff’s Office is launching a scam- and fraud-prevention initiative to help residents recognize and report fraud, with informational classes. Levy County Sheriff’s Office
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
On the Water
- Breezy, Warmer Week Ahead for the Nature Coast; No Tropical Threats — Gusty northeast winds and above-average warmth hold through Halloween, with no tropical development expected in the next seven days. Cedar Key Beacon
Monday, October 26, 2026
City & County Government
- W3C MET – 22 OCT 2026 — The water cooperative and Bronson council met again Oct. 22 over the disputed well, and Bronson agreed to take it up at its next meeting in early November. Cedar Key News
On the Water
- Cedar Key tide times for the week of October 26, 2026 — High and low tides for Cedar Key from Oct. 26 through Nov. 1, drawn from the NOAA gauge, with the week’s highest tide early Thursday. Cedar Key Beacon
Sunday, October 25, 2026
City & County Government
- CKWSD WILL MEET 2026 OCTOBER 26 — The Cedar Key Water and Sewer District meets Monday, Oct. 26 at 5 p.m. at its Third Street offices, and the public is invited. Cedar Key News
- CEDAR KEY COMMISSION WILL MEET 2026 NOVEMBER 10 — The Community Redevelopment Agency meets Nov. 10 at 3 p.m., followed by a joint public workshop on the RV park moratorium. Cedar Key News
- Chiefland awarded $3.5 million for infrastructure supporting grocery development — Chiefland received $3.5 million for infrastructure tied to a grocery development. The Levy Citizen
On the Water
- Dry, Cool Stretch Holds for Cedar Key, But Gulf Boaters Should Mind a Small Craft Advisory — A Small Craft Advisory remains in effect for Gulf waters off Levy County, now through Wednesday evening. Cedar Key Beacon
- FWC seeks input on potential Big Bend oyster rule changes — Wildlife officials are seeking public input on potential changes to Big Bend oyster harvest rules. The Levy Citizen
Friday, October 23, 2026
Top Stories
- Calm Friday on the Coast, Then Gusty Winds Move In for the Weekend – A mild, sunny Friday gives way to weekend gusts topping 35 mph, with no tropical systems in play. Cedar Key Beacon
School & Community
- Cedar Key’s 55th annual Seafood Festival draws hundreds – Hundreds turned out on the island for the 55th annual Cedar Key Seafood Festival. The Levy Citizen
- DRUG TAKE-BACK DAY – Cedar Key police join the DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 24. City of Cedar Key
City & County Government
- W3C MET – 20 OCT 2026 – The Waccasassa Water and Wastewater Cooperative met in Cedar Key on Oct. 20, adopting the county’s hazard-mitigation plan and continuing work with Bronson on a disputed well. Cedar Key News
Elections & Public Notices
- Early voting in Levy County begins Oct. 22 – Early voting for the 2026 general election is now underway in Levy County. The Levy Citizen
How this page works
Headlines link straight to the source — we never copy a story. One line from us tells you why it matters. You’ll find civic news, business, schools, the waterfront, and island events here — this is a front porch, not a blotter. The list refreshes each morning; in a storm, the Storm & Emergency page takes over.
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