By Danny Federico Riverbend News On Friday, May 28, The Florida State Genealogical Society honored Pat Hines Mitchell and her family for providing satisfactory evidence that her ancestor, Christmas Hemming, was a…
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Police Unity Tour cycles through Live Oak
By Leah Hodges Riverbend News The Police Unity Tour began in Tallahassee on Monday, May 10, and concluded on Thursday, May 13, at the American Police Hall of Fame, in Titusville, Fla. The…
First Federal Bank supports local communities amidst pandemic
By Lee Trawick Riverbend News On Tuesday, May 11, Lafayette High School held their 2021 baseball banquet at Airline Baptist Church, located at 200 NE County Rd. 354, in Mayo. On hand…
Kiwanis Club to bring music to Heritage Park playground
By Danny Federico Riverbend News The Kiwanis Club of Live Oak received a $10,000 grant on Wednesday, April 7. Presented by the Florida Kiwanis Foundation, this money comes from the David and Donna…
Buchanan publishes her first book
By Mickey Starling Riverbend News Mary Wells Buchanan, a retired educator who lives in the Hickory Grove community, has published her first book. Her cookbook, “Someone” Learns How to Cook the Southern…
Word up! Join Lafayette County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program
By Danny Federico Riverbend News Ready to begin a new chapter over summer break? Then, join the Lafayette County Public Library’s 2021 Summer Reading Program! This summer reading program is completely free…
The torch flew high by law enforcement in support of Special Olympics
By Lee Trawick Riverbend News On Thursday, April 15, Suwannee County law enforcement held their annual torch run. The run began and ended at Suwannee High School, located at 1413 Pine Ave….
The great bar jump at Ellie Ray’s
By Danny Federico Riverbend News Sturge’s at Ellie Ray’s held their 9th Annual Biker Rodeo from Thursday night, April 15, through Saturday, April 17. Thursday night featured a prime rib dinner and live…
Preparing for Atlanta ATA tournament
By Concepcion Ledezma Riverbend News Trevor Jenkins has one of those traits rarely seen in teenagers. Not only does the life-long Live Oak resident look to excel in everything he tries, but he…
Fulfilled by death business; talented Jasper teen finds his niche at funeral home
By Concepcion Ledezma Riverbend News Most teenagers aren’t exactly dying — pardon the pun — to be employed at a funeral home. However, 17-year-old Jonquay Andrews seems to savor every moment he is…
Calling all patriots
By American Patriots Contributor American Patriots is a new, grassroots group of people who love our country and are concerned about the direction it is going. Our goal is to be a positive…
Hamilton County Woman’s Club holds meeting
By Jane Lowe Contributor The Woman’s Club of Hamilton County met on Friday, March 12 at the club house, located at 403 6th Ave. NW, in Jasper. It was decorated in green…
Hamilton County Job Fair to be held Saturday
By Starr Munro Riverbend News Hamilton County is having a job fair on Saturday, April 10, at 103 Central Ave. in Jasper from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Suwannee Valley transit authority will…
Lawnmower race raises over $7,000 for persons with disabilities
By Beverly Standridge Contributor The Arc North Florida, Inc. held their 23rd Annual Lawn Mower Race on Saturday, March 13. The race took place at 9:30 a.m., at John’s Lawn Equipment, located at…
The Dance Shop to host community Easter egg hunt
By Danny Federico Riverbend News A community Easter egg hunt, hosted by The Dance Shop, TDS MMA, Rock and Roses Boutique, The Spa at 339 and FUNfetti, will be taking place on Saturday,…
Suwannee Banjo Camp goes virtual
By Starr Munro Riverbend News Banjo and guitar pickers from Suwannee Valley and around the country have had a difficult time doing what they love, lately. Live shows aren’t as easily organized…
The Front Porch: Winter 2021
By Amber Albritton Riverbend News It is with great pleasure that we announce the impending arrival of the Winter 2021 issue of The Front Porch! The new issue has been mailed out…