Category: Community News

Danny Federico  reporter3.riverbendnews @gmail.com  The City of Live Oak continued its tradition of celebrating Independence Day with its annual Freedom Fest in the historic downtown area. The event provided entertainment and enjoyment…

Danny Federico  reporter3.riverbendnews @gmail.com  Hundreds of individuals made their way down to the Town of Branford for the Branford River Reunion’s annual Fourth of July celebration.  The festivities began at noon, with…

Christian Peterson  reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com  Freedom, fun, fellowship and fireworks are the main tenants of the Fourth of July, and that is exactly what was observed at Hamilton County’s celebration. The event, held at…

Christian Peterson  reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com  The Fourth of July is the only holiday in the United States that can stand up against Thanksgiving and Christmas. It is celebrated with barbeques and cookouts and, of…

Shawn Jackson, UF/IFAS Lafayette County 4-H Agent  Contributor  Lafayette 4-H recently took a dive into marine biology at their Marine Biology Camp. The children explored various saltwater habitats, studying organisms ranging from…

Ady Hammock  reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com  The Branford Public Library is a staple in the Branford community, as they host plenty of fun events, celebrations and activities for youth and adults alike. Through these events,…

Janice Akins  Contributor  Summertime is here, and the Florida temperatures are reaching extreme highs. Running errands and planning vacations with family and friends is something we all look forward to.  Unfortunately, there…

Kenzie James  reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com  A local 11-year-old boy has begun a car detailing business, raising money to attend football camp and support his family.  Devon Penwell, a Branford resident, started detailing cars in…

Kenzie James  reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com  A local youth development organization extension and the Florida workforce network partnered in early June to host a simulation event to teach students about finances.  CareerSource North Florida Summer…

Cheryl Byrd  Contributor  Studio B Dance and Twirl held its first annual showcase on Saturday, June 8, in the Suwannee High School auditorium. All students performed routines with the show theme, “On…

SRWMD  Contributor  The Suwannee River Water Management District (SRWMD) Governing Board recommended eight projects to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) for springs funding.  The eight projects – four local government…

Adyson Hammock  reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com  It’s never too early to learn the importance of saving for retirement. Parents might consider opening a Roth IRA for their children if they have a summer or after-school…

Adyson Hammock  reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com  A new initiative from the University of Florida (UF) Lastinger Center allows for monthly deliveries of books and other reading activities to students up to grade 5. This program…

Kenzie James  reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com  Suwannee County is home to numerous rivers and freshwater springs, and a unique geographical feature shows how the bodies of water are connected.  According to the Suwannee River Water…

Kenzie James  reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com  The Suwannee River Riding Club will be hosting a benefit barrel race on Friday, July 12, to support Janna Roberts in her recovery.  Events will begin with an exhibition…

Adyson Hammock  reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com  Saturday, June 1, marked the beginning of the Atlantic Hurricane Season, and the Florida National Weather Services (NWS) is providing free virtual tropical training from Monday, July 29, until…

Kenzie James  reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.c  Recent heat advisories and heat indexes over 100 degrees Fahrenheit advise people to take precautions to prevent heat exhaustion and heatstroke, but humans are not the only ones at…