On Monday, June 3, 2013, a Ft. White man was arrested on narcotics charges after deputies discovered a methamphetamine laboratory in his home. At approximately 1:00pm, Deputies were serving an [...]

On Friday, May 31, 2013, a Columbia County Sheriff's Office deputy was involved in a shooting. At approximately 1:00 am, deputies responded to 315 NW Lamar Place in reference to [...]

This morning, May 30, 2013,  Sheriff Mark Hunter presented the Distinguished Service Award to Mr. George Richardson and his wife Carol. The Richardson's are being recognized for 45 years of [...]

On Tuesday, May 21, 2013, Sheriff Mark Hunter was honored to present a check to the Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranches. The proceeds were from the 1st annual Fins and Pins [...]

On Wednesday, May 22, 2013, Sheriff Mark Hunter welcomed a new member to the Sheriff's Office family. In a ceremony attended by family, friends and coworkers, Mr. Gregory Lance Stapleton [...]

Today, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) has released its annual crime report. The statistics are from a reporting period of January 2012 to December 2012. The Columbia County [...]

On Tuesday, May 14, 2013, two men were arrested for allegedly committing a burglary and stealing several firearms. On May 6, 2013, the victim reported to the Columbia County Sheriff's [...]

On Wednesday, May 8, 2013, deputies with the Columbia County Multi-Jurisdictional Task Force were involved in a life threatening confrontation. At approximately 11:50 pm, Task Force deputies were conducting a [...]

On 4-7-2013 Alana K. Johnston left out her bedroom window with a bag of clothing and other personal items. Alana is known to have friends in Live Oak, FL and [...]

The start of the 2013 Hurricane season is fast approaching. The Columbia County Sheriff's Office wants to make sure that you are informed and prepared. Please visit this link for [...]