Recently I heard the late William Faulkner, Nobel Prize winner for literature, at the height of his popularity was being paid $10 a word to write. One of his fans, for the…
Emerald’s Gem Box: I’m a Glamma (Again)
This past Saturday, Dec. 12, at 6:27 p.m., I became a Glamma – again! Logan Michael Riley entered into this world weighing seven pounds, five ounces and was 20 3/4 inches long. …
Meet Leah Hodges
By Starr Munro Riverbend News Meet the newest member of Riverbend News, Leah Hodges. Leah was born and raised in Live Oak, went to school at Suwannee High School and married her high…
HCSB discusses plans for 2021 face-to-face learning
By Danny Federico Riverbend News The Hamilton County School Board (HCSB) met on Tuesday, Dec. 8, at 6 p.m. in the District Administrative Building, located at Hamilton County High School, 5683 US Highway…
Popeyes is coming to Live Oak
By Susan K. Lamb Riverbend News If this jingle, “You don’t just like that chicken from Popeyes, you love that chicken from Popeyes!” sounds familiar, you might be a fan of Popeyes…
Hamilton and Madison: 197 years old this December
By Starr Munro Riverbend News Florida’s 14th and 15th counties were created the day after Christmas, in 1827, nearly 194 years ago. Madison County, named after James Madison, the fourth president of…
Meet the members of the BAICM
By Danny Federico Riverbend News Meet the members of the Branford Area Inter-Church Ministries (BAICM). The BAICM is a group that organizes many of the well-known events that happen in the Branford area,…
Three Lafayette students show hens in Chick-Chain Show
By Ramsey Sullivan Riverbend News Three Lafayette 4-H members, Holland Jackson, Lanae Colson and Derby Sherrell, recently participated in a Tri-County Chick-Chain Show in Madison County. More than 28 4-H members from Madison,…
Get ready for “A Taste of Nell’s”
By Danny Federico Riverbend News A new cookbook is now available featuring recipes from one of Branford’s famous restaurateurs. “A Taste of Nell’s” is now available on Amazon for around $20. Nell’s…
Christmas lights in Mayo to bring joy for all
By Starr Munro Riverbend News Citizens of Mayo have the chance to share the holiday spirit with the residents of Lafayette Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, beginning next weekend. A Christmas light display will…
Community Calendar
Dec. 1-12 Santa Clause is coming to Suwannee Hardware beginning Tuesday, Dec. 1 until Saturday, Dec. 12, everyday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Come bring the kids out to get a…
Dr. Frederick Troupe Mickler, Jr.
Dr. Frederick Troupe Mickler, Jr., passed away in Dowling Park, Fla., on Nov. 28, at the age of 96. Born on Jan. 14, 1924, in Madison, Fla., to Frederick Troupe Mickler and…
Dorothy Jean Hart
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Dorothy Jean Hart share that she has taken her rightful place in the host of angels. After a prolonged illness, she passed away…
Free yourself from stress and social isolation
The year 2020 has given a new meaning to the word “stress.” As we continue to manage everyday stressors, many are doing this in isolation. For our safety and the safety of…
Around the Banks of the Suwannee
Sunday, Nov. 29, began the season of Advent. For those who may not be familiar with Advent and its tradition, I have included a brief description for you. The most common Advent…
Pioneer Christmas in Mayo
By Starr Munro Riverbend News For the first time, Mayo’s 41st annual Pioneer Days festival will be blended with their annual Christmas in the Park event, from Friday to Saturday, on Dec. 11…
Branford gears up for street market and parade
By Danny Federico Riverbend News The Greater Branford Community Association is proud to announce that they will be hosting this year’s Christmas in Branford event, the Suwannee Avenue Street Market. The event will…