By Ramsey Sullivan Riverbend News In 1957, a group of Florida Sheriffs saw the need for a residential care facility for troubled boys. Within a short time, many young boys had their…
Watson Healthcare
By Johnny Bullard Contributor Jasper, Fla., and Hamilton County are pleased to welcome a number of Hamilton County natives who are available at Watson Healthcare located in Dr. Smidtas’ former offices at…
Meet your neighbor
By Ramsey Sullivan Riverbend News Originally from St. Augustine, Captain Jason Rountree with the Live Oak Police Department (LOPD), moved to Live Oak in 1997. Before his position with the LOPD, Rountree…
Rev. Jimmy Randell “Randy” Lamb
The Rev. Jimmy Randell “Randy” Lamb left this earth on Monday, Sept. 7 to join our heavenly Father, his precious daughter, his father and a host of other much-loved relatives in heaven….
Scam alert: poser acting as law enforcement to scam local residents
By Bryant Thigpen Riverbend News A resident in Madison County was recently scammed by an unidentified suspect acting as law enforcement and asking for money to bail out a person familiar to…
Myra Cochran Regan
Myra Cochran Regan, 64, of Wellborn, passed away on Monday morning Sept. 7, 2020 in Jacksonville surrounded by family, after an extended illness. She was born in Richlands, Va. on Nov. 12,…
Wake up early and seize the day
My alarm clock goes off early every morning, at 3 a.m. I get up, I exercise, take a shower, get ready for the day, do some household chores, and head off to…
Biden should have to debate before the first votes are cast
For a man who has been in politics for nearly 50 years, it seems incredible that Joe Biden is hoping to be elected president by voters who never even get a real…
Joseph “Joe” Leonard Walker, Jr.
Mr. Joseph “Joe” Leonard Walker, Jr., 87, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2020 at his home in Mayo, Fla. Joe was born June 3, 1933 in Dowling Park, Fla. to Joseph…
Martha Jean Bennett
November 26, 1928 – August 26, 2020 Martha Jean Bennett, of Jennings, Fla., passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2020 at Suwannee Valley Nursing Center at the age of 91. Jean was…
“Operation Sting” helps over 200 students prepare for school year
By Bryant Thigpen Riverbend News Approximately 235 students in Lafayette County were on hand Wednesday, Aug. 5., at the Edward Perry Sports Complex in Mayo to receive a variety of items to…
American Legion to hold 9/11 memorial
By John Willoughby Riverbend News It’s been 19 years since Americans were attacked on their own soil. The morning of Sept. 11, 2001, was unlike any other as New York City’s Twin…
Remembering Suwannee
J.D. Henry reflecting on Live Oak’s past – 1976 Susan Coleman Fennell Contributor Born in Chipman, Tenn., J.D. Henry came to Live Oak in 1908 when he was 14 years old. He…
Bulldogs rip Raiders
By Rick Patrick Riverbend News “It was a great night for football,” said Suwannee High School Head Coach Kyler Hall after his Bulldogs opened their 2020 season with a resounding 41-10 win…
Writers INK continues to get the word out
By Mickey Starling Riverbend News Since 2013, Writers INK has been meeting to help fellow writers sharpen their skills and publish their books. Jonnie Whittington and Delores Leggett Walker began the group…
Randy Lamb passes away
Fundraiser to help cover mounted expenses By Bryant Thigpen Riverbend News Randy Lamb, a former resident of Live Oak and resident of Brunswick Ga., lost his battle with cancer on Monday, Sept….
The Spirit of the Suwannee to host Labor Day Getaway Sept. 4-7 with fireworks!
Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park and Campground Contributor Summer is coming to a close, and it’s time to celebrate Labor Day 2020 with your friends and family at the beautiful Spirit…