Emerald Greene reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com It is with great pleasure that Riverbend News announces the arrival of the November/December 2024 issue of The Front Porch! The new issue has been mailed out, and subscribers…
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Will American Pickers pick you?
Mickey Starling reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The History Channel’s popular series, “American Pickers,” will again be hunting lost treasures and unique relics in the North Florida area in December. So, it’s time to attack the…
Health advisory issued for Withlacoochee River due to elevated E. Coli levels
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com A health advisory has been issued by the Florida Department of Health in Hamilton County (DOH-Hamilton) for residents and visitors near the Withlacoochee River in North Florida following a…
North Florida native picked as Trump’s Chief-of-Staff
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Susie Wiles, Lake City native and daughter of football legend, Pat Summerall, has been tapped by President-Elect Donald Trump to serve as his Chief of Staff for the next…
Two single-vehicle accidents result in fatalities
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Two Suwannee Valley residents lost their lives in separate single-vehicle accidents in Columbia County this week. The first incident occurred on Tuesday, Nov. 12, at approximately 4:25 p.m. According…
Final day for storm debris pickup is Nov. 23
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office Division of Emergency Management is reminding residents that the last day to place storm debris at the curb for pickup is Saturday, Nov. 23….
Wawa is coming to Live Oak
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Wawa is coming to Live Oak, and local interest has the city reeling with excitement over its future plans. The plans began at the latest Board of Adjustment and…
Lafayette FFA takes National Championship second year in a row
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Lafayette High School Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter has consistently proven to be some of the best every year, not only at the local or state levels,…
Election Day is upon us! Plan your vote!
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com One of the most contentious elections in U.S. history is going to be taking place on Tuesday, Nov. 5. Many people will sit with bated breath, waiting to see…
Bulldogs raise thousands for childhood cancer
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com There are always charity events going on throughout the tri-county area providing donation opportunities for those who are in need. The Suwannee High School (SHS) Carli Mantooth is the…
Ark Rescue needs hurricane recovery help
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Hurricane Idalia, Hurricane Debby and Hurricane Helene are names that will live on in Floridians’ memories for years to come. The devastation wrought by these three hurricanes was unprecedented…
Bullpups claim SMAC Champions title
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee Middle School (SMS) Bullpups volleyball team cemented their dominance in the Suwannee Middle Athletic Conference (SMAC) by claiming the championship title on Thursday, Oct. 17, after a…
Buccaneers dominate Tigers 3-0
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford High School Buccaneers varsity volleyball team powered their way to the Rural District 6 Championship in Dixie County on Thursday, Oct. 17, with a dominant 3-0 sweep…
Bulldogs claim 3-2 win over War Eagles
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee High School Bulldogs varsity volleyball team pulled off a thrilling comeback to clinch the 4A District 2 Championship on Thursday, Oct. 17, defeating the Wakulla War Eagles…
Disaster Unemployment Assistance is available to Floridians impacted by Hurricane Helene
FloridaCommerce Contributor On Tuesday, Oct. 8, FloridaCommerce announced that Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is available to businesses and residents whose employment or self-employment was lost or interrupted as a direct result of…
Hamilton County’s own Jamie Hunter Carrasquilla shines bright with award
Mia Hunter Mauldin Contributor Our community is beaming with pride as we celebrate the remarkable achievements of Jamie Hunter Carrasquilla, a native of Hamilton County, who has recently been honored with the…
Wreckage traps Suwannee woman following Hurricane Helene
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com MaryLynn Blackley, a Suwannee County resident of 10 years, found herself trapped in her home after Hurricane Helene swept through the area on Thursday, Sept. 26, leaving her unable…