Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, July 16, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. Due to a conflict of schedules, Chairman Travis Land was unable to…
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Hamilton County Delegate Tom Moffses reflects on historic RNC experience
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Tom Moffses, the Delegate for Hamilton County in the Third Congressional District of Florida, has had a remarkable experience representing his community at this year’s Republican National Convention (RNC)….
Florida 4-H receives nearly $1 million for camp cabin project
Meredith Bauer Contributor Florida 4-H will begin renovating its historic 4-H Camp Cherry Lake after it received $900,000 from the state legislature. The state funding brings the camp, located in Madison County,…
Suspect in alleged arson case arrested in Jennings
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews @gmail.com On Friday, July 5, at approximately 8:21 p.m., Deputy Jake Stephens responded to a call in reference to an individual throwing a Molotov cocktail into a Jennings residence….
Local man barely escapes car accident with life
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday afternoon, July 2, Johnathan Quincy was in a terrible car accident. While driving on County Road 249 in Suwannee County, the 19-year-old Live Oak resident began hyrdoplaning….
Suwannee River Water Management District receives national award
Kenzie James reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee River Water Management District (SRWMD) recently received a national award for last years flood risk review. The SRWMD received the 2024 Outreach Award from the Association of…
Sugar Cane Festival vendor spots available
Kenzie James reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The annual Sugar Cane Festival, sponsored by Suwannee Hardware & Feed, recently announced that there are a few vendor spots left for the upcoming event. Don Junior Wilson, the…
National scouting organization announces name change
Kenzie James reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com A national youth scouting organization announced on May 7 that it will be changing its name to reflect its increasing inclusivity. The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) will officially…
“Unity in the Community” event happening July 13
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Hamilton County Parks and Recreation, located at 4525 SW 107th Ave., in Jasper, will be hosting a “Unity in the Community” event on Saturday, July 13, from 10 a.m….
Ricky and Louisa Lyons inducted into FFA Hall of Fame
Christian Peterson Reporter@riverbendnews.org Lafayette County is famous for many things, but ultimately, it’s thriving farming culture is what sets it apart. For decades, two individuals have made their mark on the landscape….
Local hardware store filmed to be in Florida documentary
Kenzie James reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com A film crew recently visited a local hardware and feed store, which will be featured on a Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) documentary later this year. Suwannee Hardware & Feed…
The NEW Front Porch is here
Emerald Greene reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com It is with great pleasure that Riverbend News announces the arrival of the July/August 2024 issue of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed out, and…
Lafayette County accident claims life
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com A 55-year-old Branford man was pronounced deceased following a single-vehicle accident that occurred in Lafayette County at approximately 2:48 a.m. on Saturday, July 6. According to the Florida Highway…
Remember these important election dates
Rick Patrick reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com With the local, state and national political season hitting its stride, citizens are reminded of some important dates coming up. Citizens still have time to register to vote in…
Be aware of Wild Adventures ticket scams
Kenzie James reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com ECB Publishing, Inc., Greene Publishing, Inc. and Riverbend News were recently notified of scams related to their Wild Adventures tickets giveaways. The newspapers post new giveaways every week on…
Upcoming sales tax holidays
Kenzie James reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The second half of summer is filled with sales tax holidays on different categories of items, starting with the Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday, which began on Monday, July…