Now, I know what you are wondering. “Shopping carts? What do they have to do with society?” Well, hear me out, because shopping carts can be a status marker for how society…
“Ankle-deep ash and water” White Springs house catches on fire
Christian Peterson Reporter@riverbendnews.org Married couple Jeff Schwartz and Joelle Clark had planned to spend a romantic weekend in Tampa to celebrate both their marriage and Clark’s birthday, which was on Valentine’s Day,…
Life lessons from the livestock show
Katie Jones Contributor We’ve reached that time of year in Florida when livestock shows are happening almost every week. Most of the youth participants won’t choose livestock production as a career. So,…
The Trojans’ odyssey comes to an end
Lee Trawick Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Both the Hamilton County High School Trojans and the Lafayette High School Hornets basketball teams traveled to Taylor County for the Class 1A District 5 playoffs. The Trojans began…
NFC Office of Dual Enrollment recognizes Lauren Fout as January 2022 Student of the Month
North Florida College Contributor The North Florida College (NFC) Office of Dual Enrollment features a Student of the Month during NFC’s spring and fall terms to bring attention to the outstanding students…
Pastor Spotlight: Mike Carson
Christian Peterson Reporter@riverbendnews.org Mike Carson was born in 1965 in West Palm Beach, Fla., to loving parents, Lynn and Janet Carson. He grew up in the area and eventually graduated from Havana…
Celebrating Black History Month with Florida Memorial University
Christian Peterson Reporter@riverbendnews.org Florida Memorial University is a staple of Florida and, more specifically Suwannee County. Florida Memorial University is a private, coeducational Baptist affiliated academy, one of the oldest academic centers…
Lafayette dancers perform at Outback Bowl
Lee Trawick Reporter2@riverbendnews.org Patrice’s School of Dance is well-known throughout Suwannee and Lafayette Counties, as their choreographies have led them to perform at many different locations. This includes multiple performances at the…
Live Oak man charged with six counts of sexual battery
Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office Contributor Investigators and patrol deputies with the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) were able to conclude an ongoing investigation on Thursday, Feb. 10, with the arrest of Frank…
Mayor Davis presents Good Samaritan Award to hero
Christian Peterson Reporter@riverbendnews.org On Wednesday, Jan. 26, an amazing act of heroism took place in Live Oak. That night, Fort Walton Beach Mayor Dick Rynearson and his wife, Janey Rynearson, were traveling…
4-H over the years
Devyn LeBlanc Reporter3@riverbendnews.org Since 4-H began more than 100 years ago, it has become the nation’s largest youth development organization. The 4-H idea is simple: help young people and their families gain…
Lafayette FFA comes out on top
Chad Lyons Contributor Lafayette FFA competes in Sub-District Competition The Lafayette Future Farmers of America (FFA) Chapter competed in the Florida FFA District 3, Sub-District 3 contest on Dec. 14, 2021, at…
Lady Bulldogs primed to repeat as State Champions
Lee Trawick Reporter2@riverbendnews.org It was only fitting that on Friday, Jan. 28, the Florida High School Athletic Association girls’ weightlifting Class 1A Region 1 finals were held at Suwannee High School, the…
Addison Webb claims Spelling Bee title
Lee Trawick Reporter2@riverbendnews.org On Thursday, Jan. 20, the Suwannee County School Board Office was the battle stage for the Suwanee County School district spelling bee. School winners from all schools throughout Suwannee…
Spreading the Gospel through music
Dan Schall Ministries Contributor Join Dan Schall Ministries at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 13, at Mt. Gilead Baptist Church for a morning of concert-style worship. Dan Schall is from Zelienople, Penn….
Pearls of wisdom for your child’s pearly whites
Grace McAlister Reporter1@riverbendnews.org February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, which is a month-long observance to bring together professionals, healthcare providers and educators to promote the benefits of good oral health to…
Play ball! Registration for Branford and Lafayette Babe Ruth Leagues now open
Grace McAlister Reporter1@riverbendnews.org It’s that time of year again! Boys and girls ages four to 12 will soon be able to participate in Branford and Lafayette’s Babe Ruth Leagues for the spring…