Category: Community News

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee County Chamber of Commerce transformed historic downtown Live Oak into a festive wonderland for its 39th Annual Christmas on the Square from Thursday, Nov. 30 to Saturday,…

Laura Young reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Just when I was getting into full swing with my cool weather crops, I saw that the U.S. Department of Agriculture recently issued a new Plant Hardiness Zone Map….

Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, Nov. 25, flocks of Lafayette citizens made their way down to Main Street in Mayo. Children could be heard laughing and playing on the sidewalk as the…

Lee Trawick reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Monday, Nov. 6, Tim May passed away due to health issues. May was an employee of the Parks and Recreation Department in Suwannee County. Although he did not…

Lee Trawick reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Former Jasper Police Chief Anthony “Tony” Rickerson passed away unexpectedly in a single-car crash on June 11, 2023. He left behind his wife and three children, and a legacy…

Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, Nov. 18, Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) hosted its annual Touch-a-Truck event. Each year, the program has grown bigger and bigger, and this year was no exception….

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Each year, Branford residents are left in awe as the Suwannee River Greenway is transformed into a vibrant Christmas light display. Inflatables, wooden scenes and strings of lights cover…

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Join the Branford community at Ivey Memorial Park on Saturday, Dec. 16, for a special free outdoor screening of the timeless holiday classic, “The Polar Express.” This event, which…

Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, Nov. 18, folks from all over Suwannee County and the surrounding area made their way to Heritage Park and Gardens. This historical site is a staple of…

Lee Trawick reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, Nov. 18, the Town of Jennings welcomed the changing of the seasons with its annual Fall Festival. Held in downtown Jennings, the festival offered a variety of…

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Calling all young bakers! It’s time to dust off those aprons and bring out your best recipes as Suwannee 4-H invites you to participate in their Holiday Bake-off on…

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In the spirit of giving, Rickerson Legal and the Jasper Police Department are joining forces once again to host their annual Hamilton County Toy Drive and Giveaway. This heartwarming…

Lee Trawick reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Decar Scaff has been collecting tiny ceramic houses since 1992. Every year since, he has continued to add to his collection. Over the years, this collection has grown to…

Katie Jones Contributor On Saturday, Nov. 11, Suwannee County 4-H took 12 members to the North Florida Fair to participate in the Agriculture Judging Contest. Held in Tallahassee, Fla., the North Florida…

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Small Business Administration (SBA), will be offering a Small Business Workshop on Thursday, Nov. 30. The workshop will feature…

Laura Young reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com When we built our dream house in 1992, our concept for the yard included not only a vegetable patch, but many plantings all around for an “edible landscape.” For…