Jennifer Anchors Contributor United Way of Suwannee Valley proudly announces the appointment of Lindsey Covington, Director of Communications and Community Engagement at HCA Florida Lake City Hospital, as President of its Board of…
Duke Energy Foundation invests $275,000 in nonprofits supporting Floridians’ most essential needs
Aly Raschid Contributor The Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $275,000 to 15 nonprofit organizations that are helping meet Floridians’ most basic, essential needs and increasing access to quality health care, affordable housing, workforce development and more. …
Tri-County day brings community together at Wayside Park
Our Community Cares Coalition Contributor On Saturday, April 25, Wayside Park in White Springs had over 100 families; youth and community leaders gathered for a vibrant and impactful Tri-County Day, celebrating unity across Columbia, Suwannee and Hamilton Counties. The…
Duke Energy Florida’s tree care practices earn 20th consecutive year of national recognition
Laitin Sterling Contributor The Arbor Day Foundation has recognized Duke Energy Florida as a “Tree Line USA” utility for the 20th year in a row for its tree care practices and environmental contribution. Duke…
White Springs Methodist Church hosting charity church yard sale
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org White Springs Methodist Church will be hosting a charity yard sale on Saturday, May 23. The sale will have something for everyone including women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, decor, toys, jewelry, kitchenware, household…
Hearthstone Botanical Gardens set to host fun workshops
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Hearthstone Botanical Gardens is always working to help educate the public about gardening and agriculture and their contribution to the good of humanity. One way the garden does this is through workshops focused on different…
Monday Makers aim to keep the art tradition alive
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Art is a universal human language; it dates back to before the written word even existed. Humans have been making art and spreading their love for it in many different forms. The…
“One Wash at a Time” fundraiser to support Clayton family
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Lafayette State Bank’s Live Oak location will be holding a fundraiser on Saturday, May 9, to support a Branford resident facing a serious health battle. The event will support…
Community turns out for day of music and family fun
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Families and friends from all over gathered at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Mayo on Saturday, April 18, for the “Music in the Park.” Being the fourth of its kind,…
Remembering Suwannee: Live Oak businesses in 1906-1907
Eric Musgrove County Historian Although part of Suwannee County’s early history was lost when the Suwannee Democrat burned down in about 1904 and again in 1996, there are many snippets of life…
Hornets softball celebrates Senior Night with victory over Indians
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Monday, April 20, the Lafayette High School Hornets softball team hosted the Fort White Indians for a showdown. However, there was another reason for the crowd that gathered…
Lafayette performs at district track and field competition
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Saturday, April 18, Lafayette High School traveled to Oak Hall in Gainesville for the Florida High School Athletic Association Class 1A Track and Field District 5 Championship. First…
Bulldogs celebrate seniors with double-header game
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Friday, April 17, the Suwannee High School Bulldogs hosted the Franklin County Seahawks for a double-header softball game. Between the two games, however, was a celebration of the…
Bulldogs take home district championship trophy
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org The Suwannee High School Bulldogs baseball team has been on a district championship run over the past week. On Tuesday, April 14, they received a bye, advancing through the…
Branford proves itself at track and field district championship
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Saturday, April 18, Branford High School traveled to Oak Hall in Gainesville for the Florida High School Athletic Association Class 1A Track and Field District 5 Championship. The…
Alex Mabey Memorial Scholarship deadline set for May 1
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Applications are now open for the Alex Mabey Memorial Scholarship, a new opportunity to support high school seniors in Suwannee County who participate in soccer, weightlifting, welding or have…
Suwannee High FFA Annual Banquet scheduled for May 8
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org The school year is coming to a close, and with that comes the celebration of most of the extracurricular activities that go on throughout the school year. On Friday,…