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…
Category: Community News
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,…
Kennedy’s Call to Service: Reigning American Little Miss Florida pays a local visit
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org Kennedy Kafka, the 6-year-old Reigning American Little Miss Florida and a Live Oak resident, has been at work in the community lately. Kennedy will be heading to the national…
Ellianos raises over $8,000 for Evangeline
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Evangeline McKenna and her fight against cancer are well known throughout Suwannee County. The years-long battle has taken a toll on the family both emotionally and financially. Those challenges led Ellianos to call on the community to rally…
Say No HamCo hosts spring break fun
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org Hamilton County students had their spring break during the second week of April. While some may use that time to engage in negative activities, local organizations worked to provide a safe and positive alternative. The Hamilton…
The Arc North Florida hosts 28th Annual Lawnmower Race
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Saturday, April 11, John Strayer’s Pro Arms was the site of a lively day out in the sun. The business hosted The Arc North Florida’s 28th Annual Lawnmower Race, an event that raises funds to support adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. The lawnmower…
DOH-Lafayette hosts community health event
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Saturday, April 11, Day Recreation Park was the place to be. The Lafayette County Department of Health (DOH-Lafayette) hosted the Staying Active in Lafayette (SAIL) event, welcoming community members to attend. A large number of local businesses and…