Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Hundreds of people lined up throughout multiple locations in Suwannee County on Thursday, March 13, as Farm Share volunteers passed out boxes of nutritional items to families in need…
Get ready for an Easter egg-xtravaganza!
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Ash Grove and the Rotary Club of Branford will be joining forces once again to provide an Easter egg-xtravaganza for youth of all ages. On Saturday, April 5, kids…
Remembering Suwannee: Mobilization and service in “The War to End All Wars,” Part 2
Eric Musgrove Contributor This week, we will continue our multi-part series on Suwannee County’s mobilization and service in World War I. Less than two weeks after the Suwannee Rifles reported for duty…
What is child abuse, and what are the signs?
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Since April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, it would be wise to acknowledge what child abuse is and how to identify it so the public can learn how they…
“We Are Coming”: Hamilton County Trojans announce new head football coach
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County High School (HCHS) Trojans football team has found a new head coach in Fabian Reid, who will lead the program for the 2025-26 school year, marking…
Hamilton County School District honors Teachers and School Related Employees of the Year
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, March 13, educators and staff members with the Hamilton County School District came together to honor their 2025-26 Teachers of the Year (TOY) and School Related Employees…
Hornets host Bucs and Trojans in successful track and field meet
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Lafayette High School welcomed athletes from Branford and Hamilton County High Schools on Tuesday, March 18, for its first home track and field meet of the season. Lafayette junior…
Bulldogs take top spots in track and field mini meet
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, March 18, nine teams converged on Suwannee High School for the Bulldogs’ first mini meet of the season. For the boys, freshman Logan Haley claimed the top…
Buccaneers take victory against county rivals
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, March 21, the Branford High School softball team hosted the Suwannee Bulldogs for a showdown. What followed was a friendly match between the two Suwannee County schools,…
Bulldogs tennis destroys opponents
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Suwannee High School (SHS) is the only school in the area that boasts a tennis team. But while the team may be small compared to other schools, that does…
J.R.E. Lee Complex hosts soul food cook-off
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Saturday, Feb. 22, was a super fun day for the residents of Hamilton County. At 11 a.m., folks began to gather at the J.R.E. Lee Complex in Jasper for…
Scott Peterson Memorial Race this Saturday at Suwannee Valley RC Speedway
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Get ready, racers! The Scott Peterson Memorial Race is coming to Live Oak this Saturday, April 5. The event will showcase radio-controlled (RC) cars throughout the local area while…
Patricia Ann Stefancich
Patricia Ann Stefancich, 63, of Jennings, Fla., passed away at South Georgia Medical Center on Feb. 26, 2025. She was born on Aug. 1, 1961, to Carney W. Adams and Mildred Sanford,…
Heather Henderson attends Emergency Management Day at Florida State Capitol
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Suwannee County Division of Emergency Management Deputy Director Heather Henderson recently had an opportunity to meet fellow emergency management directors throughout Florida during Emergency Management Day at the State…
Branford Town Council engages in heated debate over assistant town clerk appointment
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com From grant decisions and cemetery maintenance to a contentious hiring process, the Branford Town Council covered a range of pressing topics during its regular meeting on Tuesday, March 11….
Esports program and District Spelling Bee winners recognized by Suwannee School Board
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com During its regular meeting on Tuesday, March 25, the Suwannee County School Board showcased the rising prominence of Esports in Suwannee Middle School (SMS). The school’s team kicked off…
Jasper City Council swears in new police officer
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, March 20, the Jasper City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the approval of the agenda, followed by a call for public…