Office of Governor Ron DeSantis Contributor Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order (EO) 24-94 which designates 12 counties to be under a state of emergency in order to maximize state resources and…
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The NEW Front Porch is on its way
Emerald Greene reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the May/June 2024 issue of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed out and subscribers…
Wave Armor breaks ground on new manufacturing facility in Suwannee County
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee County Economic Development Office hosted a special groundbreaking ceremony for Wave Armor on Tuesday, April 30. Formerly known as Project Wave, Wave Armor is a venture by…
Biden-Harris Administration announces new school meal standards to strengthen child nutrition
USDA Contributor On Wednesday, April 24, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced major steps to promote the health of America’s children through school meals. Nutrition standards for school meals…
Hamilton County residents appointed delegates to Republican National Convention
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com From Monday, July 15, through Thursday, July 18, a gathering of political significance is set to unfold in Milwaukee, Wis., as delegates from Florida gear up to play a…
New Jasper Fire Chief Joe Branton embarks on community-oriented vision
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Joe Branton stepped into his role as Jasper Fire Chief on Thursday, March 28, bringing with him a wealth of experience and a steadfast commitment to serving the community….
Honoring hometown heroes: Florida Youth Charitable, Inc. pays tribute to deceased Veterans
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com As Memorial Day approaches, Florida Youth Charitable, Inc., is gearing up for its Fourth Annual Hometown Hero program, an initiative aimed at honoring the memory of deceased Veterans who…
Suwannee County Fire Chief Eddie Hand announces retirement
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com After 25 years of dedicated service, Eddie Hand, Fire Chief of Suwannee County Fire and Rescue (SCFR), has announced his retirement, effective Hand’s decision to retire marks the end…
Riverbend’s Blackberry Festival is almost here
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com For the second year in a row Riverbend News is excited to announce its upcoming Blackberry Festival. The festival, originally hosted by the Hamilton County Chamber of Commerce, has…
Special Olympics and Law Enforcement Torch Run illuminates Hamilton County
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com In Hamilton County, a spirit of unity and support illuminated the streets as the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Florida took center stage on Tuesday, April…
Bullpups claim Big Bend Champion titles
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Suwannee Middle School’s baseball and softball teams have recently shown themselves to be the best around. Both Bullpups teams were able to secure the titles of Big Bend Champions…
Suwannee Fire Rescue responds to McAlpin plane crash
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com First responders with Suwannee Fire Rescue responded to a single engine airplane crash that occurred at approximately 8:40 a.m. on Saturday, April 27. The accident occurred at the Little…
Governor Ron DeSantis signs HB 549 to combat theft and boost law enforcement safety
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com In a bid to tackle the escalating issue of theft and enhance safety measures for law enforcement officers, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 549 into law on Monday, April…
Bloom into spring with the First Annual Wildflower Festival
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Experience the vibrance of spring at the First Annual Wildflower Festival, hosted by Suwannee Festivals, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 27. The festival will take…
Suwannee Department of Health issues rabies alert
Florida Department of Health Contributor The Florida Department of Health in Suwannee County (DOH-Suwannee) is monitoring rabies among wild animals in the area. This is in response to a confirmed case of…
Mayo man found guilty of second degree murder
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Lafayette county resident Earnest Turner, 53, was found guilty of second degree murder on Monday, April 15. Turner was arrested on Aug. 27, 2022, after shooting into the resident…
Chris Cook advocates for Hamilton County varsity football program
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com In the heart of Hamilton County, a beacon of hope and development shines through the efforts of Chris Cook, the head coach of the Trojans’ football program at Hamilton…