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…
Ohio man charged with obscene communication with minor
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org An Ohio man was arrested and charged with alleged obscene communication with a juvenile following an investigation that began in February. According to the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO)…
Roldan sentenced to 10 years in animal abuse case
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Eric Ivan Roldan, the 46-year-old Live Oak man convicted of beating a puppy nearly to death last year, was sentenced to 10 years in the Florida Department of Corrections. …
Hamilton County CERT email now active
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Hamilton County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) has activated a new email address for residents who may have questions, comments or concerns. Residents seeking information about the CERT…
Suwannee Hardware & Feed to host Antiques & Collectibles Festival
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Suwannee Hardware & Feed is preparing for its inaugural Antiques & Collectibles Festival, hoping to bring together collectors and admirers alike. The event will be held at Suwannee Hardware…
Spring Fling Car Show & Backyard BBQ Cook-off coming to White Springs
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Spring Fling Car Show & Backyard BBQ Cook-off is coming to White Springs on Saturday, March 28, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Suwannee Hardware & Feed,…
SWAT uses explosive entry at Royal Inn, arrests two
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team arrested two Live Oak residents following an early morning warrant execution at a local motel. According to…
Hamilton County makes way for new green space
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org A property in Jasper damaged by Hurricane Helene in 2024 is being transformed into a new green space with support from multiple county agencies. The building at 112 Hatley…
Humphrey sentenced for sex crimes
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Wallace Edward Humphrey was found guilty of sexual assault following a trial at the Suwannee County Courthouse on Monday, March 2. He was then sentenced to two consecutive life…
Letter to the Editor: Open letter to the City of Live Oak, Fla.
To: The Mayor of the City of Live Oak, Florida, and The Members of the City Council Delivered by Email Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026 Re: Proposed Annexation and…
Jennings Town Council delays discussion on fire/EMS, does not see answers coming soon
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org There appears to be no decision forthcoming regarding county-run fire and emergency medical services (EMS) operating in Jennings. The Jennings Town Council met for its regular meeting on Tuesday,…
RapidFiber fully installed in Hamilton County
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) announced RapidFiber is now available to all Hamilton County members on Tuesday, March 3, during the regular commissioners meeting. SVEC External Affairs Manager Katelyn…
Celebrating 100 years of W.B. Howland’s
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Centuries ago, John Howland traveled on the Mayflower from Plymouth, England, to the “New World.” En route, John, who was in the materials supply business in England, risked his…
White Springs Public Library seeking volunteers
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Do you have a knack for helping students succeed? The White Springs Public Library is seeking volunteer tutors and teachers for its upcoming Tutoring & Homework Help Group, which…
Buchanan honored for 55 years of service at Mayo Masonic Lodge
Jason Futch Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Marvin Buchanan received special recognition for 55 years of dedicated service to Mayo Masonic Lodge No. 119 at a celebration held on Tuesday, Feb. 17. Before his fellow lodge…
Lafayette Commission continues burn ban
On Tuesday, Feb. 24, the Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the board approving the minutes from the previous meeting before calling…
Suwannee High School Track & Field 2026
VARSITY BOYS TRACK AND FIELD TEAM Frank Brookins (Throws), Ja’Kari Brown (Throws), Josiah Daniels (Distance), Logan Haley (Distance), Brant Johnson (Distance), Dalton Lindlade (Throws), Kale Skinner (Distance), Lou Jack Smith (Short Sprints…
Biggins’s Birthday Bash set for March 7 at Doggie Dude Ranch
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org A very special pup is about to celebrate a milestone birthday, and the community is invited to join the party. Biggins, affectionately known as the Doggie Dude Ranch’s “miracle…