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Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, April 18, the 2024 Special Olympic Torch Run found itself moving through Lafayette County. The program began in 1981, and for over 40 years law enforcement officers…

Lazaro Aleman reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is reported to be experimenting with new graphics for the coming hurricane season, which some early forecasts are already indicating will be a potentially…

Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Flood warnings have been issued for Suwannee, Hamilton and Lafayette Counties. Both the Withlacoochee River and the Suwannee River are above their average height this week. Due to this,…

General Mills Foodservice Contributor Celebrating the best biscuit creations on menus nationwide, General Mills Foodservice announces the four finalists in its Second Annual Biskies™ Recipe Contest, who will each receive at least…

Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Wednesday, April 10, residents in White Springs witnessed the Florida Gaming Control Commission’s (FGCC) Division of Gaming Enforcement, in collaboration with various law enforcement agencies, executing search warrants…

Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, March 28, a crash occurred at approximately 2:40 a.m. in Suwannee County on the eastbound lanes of Interstate 10 at the 292 mile marker. According to a…

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com A 19-year-old male resident of Mayo, later identified as Dennis “DJ” Carver, was pronounced deceased following a single vehicle accident that occurred at approximately 5:35 a.m. on Monday, April…

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In recognition of the invaluable contributions made by the Live Oak Woman’s Club, Mayor Frank Davis has declared the week of Sunday, April 14, through Saturday, April 20, as…

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, April 5, law enforcement and individuals across Suwannee County joined together for the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Florida. The two-mile run started at…

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com One of Hamilton County’s most exciting events is set to take place from Thursday, April 4, through Saturday, April 6. Between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Stephen Foster’s 34th…

Lazaro Aleman reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com   Although Florida is not in the path of the total solar eclipse that will occur on Monday, April 8, residents statewide will be able to see degrees of…

Jennifer Burnham Holtzclaw, registered Republican, is announcing her candidacy for Suwannee County Tax Collector. If elected, Holtzclaw is committed to serve every taxpayer equally, and be fiscally responsible with their tax dollars….

Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com In a crescendo of talent and dedication, the Dancing Dolls teams from Suwannee Middle and High Schools dazzled audiences and judges alike at the Diamond Cheer and Dance Championships,…

Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com In a demonstration of support for local communities and nonprofit organizations, First Lady Casey DeSantis visited Love In the Name of Christ (INC) in Suwannee County, where she announced…

Laura Young reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The organizers of Flea Across Florida are encouraging residents and businesses along US Highway 90 between Pensacola and Maclenny to “clean out your sheds, garages and closets” and prepare…