Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Jason Carroll is a family man who cherishes spending time with his loved ones. He grew up in a close-knit family and has continued the tradition with his own…
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Live Oak’s Jared Lewis Lee secures victory at Cowboy Classic
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Jared Lewis Lee, a well-known Cowdog trainer and handler from Live Oak, competed in the 3 Shy Cattledog Trials, the most prestigious Cowboy Classic held in Stephenville, Texas, on…
Suwannee Valley Unsolved, Inc. Striving for justice and closure in cold cases
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Suwannee Valley Unsolved, Inc. has emerged as a beacon of hope for families seeking justice and closure in cold cases across the Suwannee Valley region. Founded with a mission…
Florida’s longest yard sale happening this weekend
Flea Across Florida Contributor For 11 years, Flea Across Florida has brought thousands of visitors to small communities across the state on US Highway 90, filling up motels, restaurants and small local…
Digging around: What are the most common soil types in Suwannee County?
Raymond Balaguer Contributor This is a continuation of the article, “Growing vegetables or flowers in a new piece of land?” published on Feb. 20, 2024. If you have not done so yet,…
Ash Grove and Branford Rotary Club unite to provide Easter extravaganza
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Ash Grove and the Rotary Club of Branford teamed up on Saturday, March 23, to stage a thrilling morning of Easter festivities at Hatch Park. From 10 a.m. to…
Lunch and Learn series delves into the world of shrubs and perennials
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Gardening enthusiasts gathered at the Suwannee Regional Library on Thursday, March 21, for an enriching session as part of the UF/IFAS Extension’s popular Lunch and Learn series. This edition…
Ann Murphy: Breaking barriers as Mayo’s first female mayor
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Ann Murphy has always been driven by a desire to serve her community and make a difference in the lives of others. Her journey into public service began during…
Help Hamilton County’s furry friends
Cheltsie Holbrook reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Hamilton County has been doing big things recently when it comes to helping the furry friends of the county. With a new animal shelter being built, Hamilton County Animal…
UF/IFAS Extension Hamilton County celebrates National Agriculture Day
Greg Hicks, UF/IFAS Extension Hamilton County Extension Director Contributor Agriculture is a constantly changing, complex industry that strives to meet the needs and concerns of its consumers and customers. Food and fiber…
12 tips for growing and eating home grown tomatoes
Carolyn Saft Contributor It is officially Spring, and the warm days are enticing us to start our vegetable gardens. The thought of slicing a vine-ripe tomato for my favorite sandwich has me…
Danceology students shine at National Fusion Dance competition
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Danceology’s students have waltzed theirs way into the limelight once again! From Friday, Jan. 26 to Sunday, Jan. 28, local dancers strutted their stuff at the National Fusion Dance…
Meet the Candidates forum happening April 8
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Suwannee County residents will have the opportunity to meet candidates running for City Council Districts 2, 3 and 5 on Monday, April 8, at 6:30 p.m. Hosted by the…
Hop into Easter fun with the Hamilton county Easter Egg Hunt!
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Get ready, the Hamilton County Easter Egg Hunt is back and as egg-citing as ever! Hosted by Rickerson Legal, this egg-stravagaza promises a basketfull of fun for the whole…
Enjoy the outdoors during Florida Biking Month
SRWMD Contributor March is Florida Biking Month and the Suwannee River Water Management District (SRWMD) wants to encourage residents and visitors to take advantage of Florida’s spring weather and enjoy the great…
Homes that grow with us
Katherine Allen Contributor Why would you want to move in the middle of experiencing a life altering accident or illness? Most people wouldn’t. If you polled those around you, people would tell…
Author Spotlight: Tammy Mowry
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Tammy Mowry was born in 1962, in San Diego, Calif. Eventually, her family made their way across the country to Ocala, where she graduated from Vanguard High School in…