Suwannee County Economic Development

Suwannee County Economic Development Suwannee County, Florida Economic Development Office offers a comprehensive and desirable pro-business climate with so much to offer in our region.

Conveniently located approximately one hour from Jacksonville, Gainesville, Tallahassee & Valdosta, GA, Suwannee County blends the love of small town living with metropolitan opportunities, giving residents the best of both worlds. From our businesses to our Hometown communities and pristine environment, Suwannee County is a wonderful place call home. We’re packed with recreational opportunities l

ike biking, canoeing, horseback riding and much more! And with our Suwannee River and world-famous springs, our beautiful area offers wonderful natural resources.

Last week, representatives from Team Suwannee traveled to Washington, D.C. to advocate for our community and explore fed...
06/16/2026

Last week, representatives from Team Suwannee traveled to Washington, D.C. to advocate for our community and explore federal funding opportunities that can support future projects and priorities throughout the county.

During the visit, the delegation met with staff from the offices of Senator Rick Scott, Senator Ashley Moody, and Representative Kat Cammack, as well as representatives from EDA, USDA, and FEMA. These discussions focused on programs and resources that can help strengthen infrastructure, enhance economic development efforts, and support community resilience.

Representing Suwannee County were Board of County Commissioners Chairman Franklin White, Economic Development Director Jimmy Norris, County Administrator Jason Furry, and Fire Chief Dan Miller.

These conversations are an important part of ensuring Suwannee County remains competitive for funding opportunities and that our local priorities are heard at the federal level. We appreciate the time and engagement from our federal partners and look forward to continuing these valuable relationships on behalf of our residents.

Last week we participated in the North Florida Economic Development Partnership at their quarterly board meeting.One of ...
06/09/2026

Last week we participated in the North Florida Economic Development Partnership at their quarterly board meeting.

One of the featured speakers, Shellie Phelps, shared insights into her work with communities across our region to revitalize downtown areas through strategic planning, community engagement and place making efforts. These projects are helping communities strengthen local economies, support small businesses and create vibrant places where people want to gather together.

We’re especially excited because Suwannee County has recently began working with Shellie as well. We look forward to exploring new opportunities, building on our community’s strengths, and seeing what can come from this partnership as we continue investing in the future of our downtown and local economy.

We appreciate the North Florida Economic Development Partnership for bringing together economic developers, and community leaders from across the region to share ideas and learn from industry professionals.

06/01/2026

Today is the first day of hurricane season, and we are proud to be working toward a Regional Hurricane Shelter that will serve residents across Suwannee County and neighboring communities when they need it most.

Watch the full 3 minute video clip from WCTV.tv (with sound on) to learn more about this important investment in public safety and resilience.

We’re glad to be attending another year at the state’s economic development conference and connecting with colleagues an...
05/14/2026

We’re glad to be attending another year at the state’s economic development conference and connecting with colleagues and leaders from across our industry.

We always value the opportunity to hear from site selectors, consultants, and other industry experts who share their insights and experiences. Conversations like these help us continue learning, growing, and improving the way we serve our community and support future opportunities.

It’s great conference filled with collaboration, innovation, and new ideas!

We were pleased to attend the ribbon cutting for Pitzer's Paws, a wonderful new addition to our local business community...
05/04/2026

We were pleased to attend the ribbon cutting for Pitzer's Paws, a wonderful new addition to our local business community! 🐾✂️

As a true one-stop shop for pet care, Pitzer’s Paws offers doggy daycare, grooming, boarding, and rescue services—meeting a wide range of needs for pet owners across our community.

What makes this business especially meaningful is the vision behind it. The owners are committed to making a difference by helping take in overflow from the local animal shelter, with the ultimate goal of supporting a no-kill approach in our area.❤️

Pitzer’s Paws is not only creating jobs and providing valuable services—it’s strengthening the compassion and quality of life that make our community such a great place to live.

We’re excited to welcome this new business and look forward to the positive impact they will continue to make!

This morning, we proudly hosted the groundbreaking of a new Hampton Inn and Suites—an exciting investment in our communi...
04/30/2026

This morning, we proudly hosted the groundbreaking of a new Hampton Inn and Suites—an exciting investment in our community and a major step forward for our county. 🎉

We were honored to welcome Senator Corey Simon, representatives from Florida Commerce, and project owner Nick Patel to mark this milestone. Even more encouraging was the incredible turnout from community members who came out to show their support.

Located beside Zaxby’s on US Hwy 129, construction is already underway, and we look forward to watching this project come to life—bringing new opportunities, jobs, and visitors to our area.

We are thankful to Epic Events and Design LLC for the setup, as well as RIVEROAK Technical College's culinary department for providing cookies for the event.

Follow our page to see more updates.

Hampton by Hilton

Today is the official opening of Tidal Wave Auto Spa! 🚗 Investments like this play an important role in strengthening ou...
04/01/2026

Today is the official opening of Tidal Wave Auto Spa! 🚗 Investments like this play an important role in strengthening our local economy and enhancing the quality of life for our residents.

As our community continues to grow, so does the need for convenient, accessible services. Having additional options like this helps reduce wait times and gives residents more flexibility in their daily routines.

Be sure to take your car to the spa and let's give them a warm welcome to our community!

They are located at 1833 Ohio Avenue North in Live Oak (right beside Chick-fil-A).

Address

220 Pine Avenue SW
Live Oak, FL
32064

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+13863641700

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