Mary Ellen (Selman) Greene, 86, passed away on Monday, Feb. 16, at 11:25 p.m., in the Madison County Memorial Hospital in the presence of family, after an extended illness. Mary Ellen was…
Department of Education clarifies religious policies in schools
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org The Florida Department of Education’s (FDOE) Commissioner of Education, Anastasios Kamoutsas, sent out a letter on Tuesday, March 17, to parents of students regarding religion and prayer in public…
Nancy Wake: The “White Mouse” who stole the Nazis’ “cheese”
Mickey Starling editor@riverbendnews.org The accomplishments of women in our society have often been overlooked, though I hope that trend continues to diminish over time. Military exploits, especially, seem to be focused on…
Remembering Suwannee: Some interesting facts about Suwannee County, Part 3
As a historian, I find most of what I write about to be interesting, but I know not everyone shares this attitude. Today is the final part of a three-part series on…
Tree appreciation today for a better tomorrow
Riverbend News Staff editor@riverbendnews.org “A society grows great when old men plant trees in whose shade they shall never sit.” – Greek Proverb April 25 is National Arbor Day. Arbor Day is…
April is National Lawn Care Month
Hailey Heseltine editor@riverbendnews.org Did you know that April is National Lawn Care Month? In North Florida, spring has sprung, and that means it’s time to start thinking about your yard for the…
Fuzzy but dangerous: The tussock moth caterpillar
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org Anyone who has been around oak trees lately has probably noticed several hairy caterpillars. Chances are it was a tussock moth caterpillar. These insects eventually develop into tussock moths,…
“We Will, When Others Won’t”: NFC Correctional Officer graduates answer the call to serve
NFC Contributor North Florida College (NFC) proudly celebrated the graduation of Correctional Officer Basic Recruit Academy Class 45-2025-3016-1 on Thursday, Feb. 26, at the North Florida College Public Safety Academy. The ceremony…
Catfish Festival hooks crowd in Branford
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The Branford community gathered once again on Saturday, April 11, to celebrate the annual Catfish Festival. Hosted by American Legion Post 59 in Branford, the annual festival raises funds…
American Legion Post 107 to host annual Spring Yard Sale
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org American Legion Post 107 will host its annual Spring Yard Sale on Friday, April 24, and Saturday, April 25. The event will take place from 7 a.m. to 4…
How can you sponsor your local 4-H clubs?
Cheltsie Holbrook editor@riverbendnews.org Looking for a way to support the kids of Suwannee County and Lafayette County 4-H? Then be sure to break out your wallets on these local upcoming fundraisers. Suwannee…
Art in the Open returns to downtown Jasper
Jennifer Gisonni Contributor Downtown Jasper came alive with color, creativity and community spirit as residents gathered for the second Art in the Open event, hosted by Florida Youth Charitable in partnership with…
Paw-sitive Adoption Spotlight: Hamilton
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org “Healing happens at both ends of the leash.” Hamilton is already showing how true that can be. He is described as a “scruffy little doodle mix” and is approximately…
Free mammograms to be provided at library
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Mammograms have saved countless lives – a real-life medical marvel. However, access to these lifesaving measures can sometimes feel limited by cost or time constraints. There are organizations working…
Jail Report
Lafayette County April 16 Matthew Williamson, failure to appear, attach tag not assigned Hamilton County Arrest information for Hamilton County will be featured on our website and in our Wednesday, April 29,…
Cagle Grams: Departure time
James H. Cagle Guest Columnist “For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand” (2 Timothy 4:6 KJV). If we have flown on a…
Today Can Be Different: Don’t let procrastination steal your year
Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist We’re well into the second quarter of this year. Are you on track to meet your work and home goals by the end of 2026? Or have you…
Living God’s Way: Attitudes between children, parents and fathers
Carlton McPeak Guest Columnis After making comments about a man’s and a woman’s attitudes within the marriage, Paul continues his discussion of household relationships. Still focusing on attitudes, Paul speaks to the…