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LEVY ELECTIONS: ELECTION RESULTS

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Published: 13 August 2026

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 UNOFFICIAL ELECTION NIGHT RESULTS FOR 2026 PRIMARY ELECTION

The Levy County Supervisor of Elections Office announces that unofficial election results for the 2026 Primary Election will begin posting no later than 7:30 p.m. on August 18, 2026. Results can be viewed at the link below:

https://enr.electionsfl.org/LEV/3992/Summary/

Early Voting and Vote-by-Mail results will be initially released on Election Night. These results may be updated as the office completes the review of all eligible Vote-by-Mail ballots received by the Supervisor of Elections prior to 7 p.m. on Election Day. Voters with Vote-by-Mail issues have until 5 p.m. on Thursday following the election to cure their ballot, in accordance with Florida law.

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W3C WILL MEET 2026 AUGUST 18

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Published: 13 August 2026
W3C LOGOTHE WACCASASSA WATER AND WASTEWATER COOPERATIVE 
WILL MEET ON AUGUST 18, TUESDAY,   
IN CEDAR KEY, AT WATER BOARD OFFICES,  AT 1 PM.
THE PUBLIC IS INVITED.
CLICK HERE FOR THE AGENDA PACKET

CLICK HERE FOR DEWBEERY PRESENTATION
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JOINT COUNTY AND CITY COMMISSIONS MET

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Published: 10 August 2026
JOINT COUNTY AND CITY COMMISSIONS
DISCUSSED PIER, AIRPORT, MORE

Levy County and Cedar Key commissioners met in a joint workshop on Tuesday, August 4, at 10 am in Bronson.  The evet was designed to update all on Levy County-owned properties of common interest.  All ten commissioners attended.  All commissioners contributed their thoughts to the amicable discussions that occurred.

DOCK STREET PIER
The Dock Street Pier continues to be a complicated property.  Damaged by Hurricane Helene, the dock “repair project is underway” but no funding source as been identified.   The following staggering numbers were reported:  completed inspection of pier $15,697.09; estimated engineering costs $165,000;  estimated repairs $1,100,000.

Cedar Key commissioners declined the Levy County commission’s off er to take the pier off its property rolls.

GEORGE T. LEWIS AIRPORT

Levy County staffers reported possible plans to extend both end-of-runway aprons into the marsh to facilitate removal of planes that accidently land or coast into the water. Staffers also are considering lighting and additional avionics systems for the area.  Again, no funding source was mentioned.

Levy County commissioners did not offer the property to the City of Cedar Key.  Mayor Wortham requested that the city be considered should the county wish to sell or offer it.

SHELL MOUD DREDGING PROJECT

Shell Mound was impacted by Hurricane Helene also.  A Forida Boat Improvement grant for $896,460.00, through the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission is funding the dredging project now underway.   The project should conclude in October.

BRIDGE NUMBER FOUR FISHING PIER

A one-million-dollar Community Development Block Grant has been requested to restore the pier.

 IN ATTENDANCE

Levy County Commissioners:  Chair Tim Hodge, Desiree Mills, Charlie Kennedy, Rock Meeks, Johnny Hiers.

Cedar Key City Commissioners:  Mayor Jim Wortam, Nancy Sera, Mel Beckham, Dell Weible, Heath Davis.

Audience members included:  Kathy O’Neill, Andrew Gude, Jeri Treat, Anne Miller, Tabitha Lauer, Maureen Magee, Susan and Mike Smith, Chris Reynolds, Sue and Russ Colson,  Doris Ferguso, Gerald Beckham, Jeff Hardison, Terry Witt, and The Cedar Key News’ Mandy and Frank Offerle.


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LCSO: ARREST REPORT 2026 AUGUST 10

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Published: 10 August 2026
Download Arrest report 6-29-2026
LEVY COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
ARREST REPORT FOR WEEK OF 2026 AUGUSTT 10

CLICK HERE FOR REPORT



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COUNTY PARKS REOPEN

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Published: 07 August 2026
BLUE SPRINGS PARK AND HENRY BECK PARK WILL REOPEN FRIDAY, AUGUST 7, AT 10 A.M.
2026 August 7

They will resume normal operating hours following the recent closures caused by heavy rainfall, elevated water levels, and black water conditions.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

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CITY , ELECTION DAY

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Published: 07 August 2026
 CK CITY DECALCITY OF CEDAR KEY:
ELECTION DAY NOTICE
2026 August 6

The Florida Primary Election will be held at Cedar Key City Hall on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, with polls open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

City Hall will be closed for regular business that day while voting is underway. City Hall will reopen for normal operations on Wednesday, August 19.

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LSCKNWR FRIENDS NEWS BRIEF 2027 JULY

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Published: 06 August 2026
LSCKNWR LOGOWHAT'S NEW IN THE LOWER SUWANNEE RIVER AND CEDAR KEYS ATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGESW?

CLICK BELOW TO READ MORE

https://mailchi.mp/b22864f2aac2/friends-july-2026-news-brief?e=e6aa93b0b3

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CITY OF CEDAR KEY NEW WEBSITE

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Published: 06 August 2026
CIT OF CEDAR KEY NEW WEBSITE
2026 Augut 6

IT’S HERE! Cedar Key has a brand-new website!

We’re thrilled to unveil the City of Cedar Key’s official new home online — cleaner, easier to navigate, and packed with everything you need in one spot.

https://www.cityofcedarkey.org
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OBITUARY JOAN PARKS-BIXBY

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Published: 06 August 2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF MS. SAM
2026 August 6

We are deeply saddened to share that our beloved Ms. Sam (Joan Parks-Bixby) passed away on July 20. As a locally-loved professional cook, she touched many lives in our community with her warmth and incredible cooking.

We are sharing this news so that those who knew her, near and far, can hold her in their thoughts.

Details regarding a memorial service will be shared here once they are finalized.

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LEVY ELECTIONS: 2026 MAIL IN BALLOTS, CELEBRATION

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Published: 01 August 2026

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LEVY COUNTY SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS ENCOURAGES VOTERS TO MAKE THEIR PLAN TO VOTE EARLY DURING THE 2026 PRIMARY ELECTION
CELEBRATE 250 YEARS. VOTE EARLY.  BE HEARD.

Bronson, FL — The Levy County Supervisor of Elections Office invites voters to take part in Early Voting for the 2026 Primary Election while celebrating America's 250th anniversary. Throughout the Early Voting period, voters and their families can enjoy special giveaways, treats, and activities designed to make participating in democracy a fun and memorable experience.

"Voting is one of the most important responsibilities and privileges we have as citizens," said Supervisor of Elections Tammy Jones. "As our nation celebrates 250 years of history, we encourage every eligible voter to make a plan to vote early and take part in this community celebration."

Early Voting will be available August 6 – 15, 2026, including weekends, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. Voters are encouraged to bring family and friends and enjoy daily promotions while casting their ballots

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CITY: REQUEST FOR PRROPOSALS, INSURANCE

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Published: 01 August 2026
CK CITY DECALCITY: REQUEST FOR PRROPOSALS, INSURANCE

The City of Cedar Key invites qualified insurance carriers, public-entity insurance trusts, brokers, and agents to submit proposals for general and professional liability insurance and related risk-management services.

CLICCK BELOW TO VIEW  REQUEST
https://savvycitizenapp.com/attachment/f31c3ca8-7006-428a-a688-5c89e9d5fe24


CITY COMMISION MET, WEBSITE, PERMITING

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Published: 01 August 2026
COMMISSIONERS CONTEMPLATE
NEW WEBSITE LAUNCH, PERMITTING
2026 July 28

The Cedar Key City Commission met on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 10 am at City Hall in a workshop session to share knowledge about the city's automation efforts after the resignation of Jolie Davis who previously led the effort. All commissioners were in attendance: Mayor Jim Wortham, Vice Mayor Mel Beckham, Nancy Sera, Dell Weible, and Heath Davis.

Nancy Sera chaired the workshop, assisted most ably by City Clerk Brooke Smith. The workshop's title, "New Website and Automation with CivicPlus Workshop," clarified much to a previously unclear public.

Made clear were the following items.
• CivicPlus is the permitting software system the city will use, as does Levy County, where it is heralded as a well-functioning system.
• The city's new website is nearly complete and should be ready to launch next week.
• On the website will be a CivicPlus permitting section that will not be open to the public immediately. Needed are: additional work "on the back, technical, end, staff training, internal testing.
• Resident and contractor Ken Edomnds volunteered to mock test or actually provide permitting requests to test and perfect the system. Resident and property owner Sheryl Belcher offered the same for a non-commercial permitting.

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LEVVY COUNTY: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN WORKSHOPS

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Published: 01 August 2026
levy co flLEVVY COUNTY: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN WORKSHOPS

The Levy County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) invites residents, property owners, business owners, and other interested stakeholders to participate in a series of public workshops to review and discuss the elements of the County's Comprehensive Plan.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION


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