I am Janene Fitzpatrick, candidate for Suwannee County Superintendent of Schools. As a lifetime educator, I am experienced and well-rounded in all areas of education: teaching students, leading adults and administrators, business,…
How does voting-by-mail work?
Metro Contributor Each Election Day, Americans vote and take part in a fundamental principle of democracy. Elections take place on various levels, from local governments to presidential elections. Until recently, in order…
Keep these dates in mind as the Primary Election draws near
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com With the Primary Election growing nearer, voters throughout the tri-county area are urged to keep the following dates in mind. The first batch of Vote-by-Mail ballots were mailed on…
Here’s what you need to “Know Before You Vote”
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In an effort to enhance voter awareness and engagement, Riverbend News is excited to introduce this “Know Before You Vote” section, which is dedicated to spotlighting candidates for the…
Living God’s way: Humans are neither the lawgiver nor the judge
James gives another proverb-like command when he talks about speaking and judging negatively about our fellow Christians. He says Christians are not to “speak against one another” nor are they to “judge…
Explore faith with Bible summer fun
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The sun is getting brighter, the air is getting warmer, and the school year has drawn to an end. You know what that means: summer vacation is here! This…
Living Springs to hold Back-to-School Bash
Adyson Hammock reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com All children from the Branford area, ages 12 and younger, are encouraged to attend a Back-to-School Bash for the 2024-25 school year on Saturday, Aug. 3, from 10 a.m….
End this summer with fun with Journey Church
Adyson Hammock reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Join Journey Church of Mayo for its Summer Fun Nights from Monday, July 29, through Thursday, Aug. 1. It’s their version of vacation Bible school, end-of-summer, and back-to-school bashes…
Lafayette FBLA attends National Leadership Conference in Orlando
Toni Sherrell Contributor On Friday, June 28, Lafayette High School (LHS) sent 10 Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) members to Orlando, Fla., to compete in the FBLA National Leadership Conference. These…
Three back to school tips with Ms. Jhelecia Hawkins
Jhelecia Hawkins Contributor Pray: Parents, it’s a new school year, and as a childcare provider and mom of three, one of the best things we can do for ourselves and our children…
Local technical college congratulates 2024 graduates
Kenzie James reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com RIVEROAK Technical College congratulated its 2024 phlebotomy graduates on Thursday, June 6, at First Advent Christian Church. Graduates included Arturo Andablo, Lazarus Ansley, Adrianna Canjay, Ariana Gienger, Fabiola Gierbolini…
One small step
Haley Hesletine reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com July 20, 1969, was a tremendous day in history. This famous day marked vast accomplishments in many fields of science at once, especially astronomy. It also sparked the imagination…
Remembering Suwannee: County site selection drama, Part 2
Eric Musgrove Contributor In the Wednesday, July 17, edition of the Riverbend News, we began a multi-part series on how Live Oak became the county seat and how the present location of…
Day Heritage Center hosts Open House event
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Day Heritage Center held an Open House event on Saturday, July 13, drawing locals and visitors alike who shared a passion for preserving the rich history of Day…
Your vote counts: Hamilton County to hold election candidate meeting
Adyson Hammock reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Hamilton County’s 2024 Election Candidate Meet will take place on Monday, July 29 and Tuesday, July 30, at Higher Heights and Deeper Depths Ministry. Residents who haven’t yet decided…
Unity in the Community event brings together Hamilton County residents
Jennifer Gisonni Contributor The Hamilton County Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention Coalition (AODPC) hosted its first “Unity in the Community” event on Saturday, July 13, at the Hamilton County Parks and Recreation…
Suwannee Division of Emergency Management in search of volunteers
Kenzie James reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office Division of Emergency Management announced earlier this month that it is looking for volunteers to join the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). The Division…