Live Oak Police Department Contributor On Tuesday, Jan. 9, at 12:30 a.m., a Live Oak Police Officer conducted a traffic stop on a 2007 black Chevrolet Trailblazer driven by O’marion Jones, age…
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Hamilton County offering $10,000 reward
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) have joined forces in an effort to catch the suspect(s) in the homicide of Donnie…
Florida introduces new laws in 2024
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com As the clock struck midnight on Monday, Jan. 1, Florida ushered in several new laws aimed at enhancing public safety, improving the judicial system and promoting equal access for…
New year, New prices, says U.S. Postal Service
Heather Ainsley reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The United States Postal Service (USPS) has announced an update to their current prices, which is scheduled to take affect later this month. In October of 2023, USPS filed…
Arctic cold blasts region
Lazaro Aleman reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The frigid temperature that our area is experiencing is part of an arctic blast called a polar vortex that reportedly has broken records across the country. Meteorologists say the…
Ambassadorship being offered by the Live Oak Public Library
Halie Wetherington reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Live Oak Public Library is now offering a SciStarter Ambassadorship for adults over the age of 18. A SciStarter Ambassador raises awareness of citizen science and encourages the…
Bill would modify “stand your ground” law
Lazaro Aleman reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com A proposed bill working its way through the committee process for this legislative session aims to change the wording as it applies to the use of lethal force in…
Score big with the Bullpups’ annual Basketball Banquet
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Suwannee Middle School’s Point Guard Club is thrilled to announce its upcoming Basketball Banquet, a celebration of each team’s dedicated athletes and their achievements. Join them on Friday, Jan….
Live Oak lawyer reprimanded by Florida Bar on three counts
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Florida Bar announced on Wednesday, Dec. 27, that the Florida Supreme Court recently disciplined 21 attorneys, with four licenses being revoked, 12 attorneys being suspended and five being…
FDLE and HCSO offering $10,000 reward for help capturing murder suspect
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) have joined forces in an effort to catch the suspect(s) in the homicide of Martin…
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 January/February 2024 issue of The Front Porch! The new issue has been mailed out and subscribers should…
Lafayette County bids farewell to longtime public servant Ann Murphy
Lee Trawick reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Ann Murphy’s 41-year distinguished career as a public servant spans over four decades, culminating in her recent retirement. Born and raised in Mayo, she graduated from Lafayette High School…
Bulldogs claim wrestling district champions title two years in a row
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Last week marked a triumphant display of skill and determination by the Suwannee High School (SHS) wrestling team at the district championship. Competing against three formidable opponents – Wakulla…
Coca-Cola recalled 2,000 Diet Coke, Fanta and Sprite cases
Coca-Cola has recalled up to 2,000 cases of Sprite, Diet Coke and Fanta Orange in three states due to possible “foreign material” in the cans. According to the U.S. Food and Drug…
SVBA announces Fifth-annual Car Show
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee Valley Builders Association (SVBA) is proud to announce its Fifth-annual Car Show. On Saturday, Jan. 6, automotive enthusiasts from all over will have the opportunity to cruise…
Town Talk: An update on Highway 55
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Folks all around Suwannee County are eagerly awaiting the opening of Highway 55. The new burger joint seems almost ready to open with a sign up and a fresh…
Bill would term limit county commissioners
Lazaro Aleman reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com County commissioners in Florida will be forced out of office after their second term, if a bill introduced in the House of Representatives for the next session is approved….