Lazaro Aleman reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com It bears repeating that all indications are that the coming Atlantic hurricane season, which officially began on Saturday, June 1, is shaping up to be doozy. The latest outlook,…
Local chef wins national recipe contest
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, June 4, the City of Live Oak welcomed representatives from General Mills, along with the iconic Pillsbury Dough Boy, for a special occasion. Rebecca Thomas, a chef…
Live Oak City Council concerned about shootings on Walker
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, June 11, the Live Oak City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the approval of the agenda. The council then approved the…
The votes are in for the Branford Town Council
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Branford Town Hall saw a record voter turnout on Tuesday, June 11, with approximately 197 individuals casting their ballots for the election of four seats. Positions up for election…
New council members elected for Live Oak
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In the runoff election held on Tuesday, June 11, for the Live Oak City Council District 5 seat, Gladys Owens secured a victory with 74 votes, defeating incumbent Tesie…
Riverbend News’ Second Annual Blackberry Festival happening Saturday
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com It is with the greatest pleasure that the Riverbend News announces its Second Annual Blackberry Festival will be taking place this Saturday, June 22. Originally held annually by the…
Live Oak Police Department warns of organization named “Citizens Behind the Badge”
Leah Androski reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com An organization named “Citizens Behind the Badge” is soliciting donations and using the name of the Live Oak Police Department without its authorization. The Live Oak Police Department wants…
Residents urged to stay vigilant among string of vehicle burglaries
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Over the past several days, the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) has responded to a series of vehicle burglaries in the McAlpin, Live Oak and Luraville areas. According to…
Accident results in death of Mayo teen
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com A 19-year-old passenger was pronounced deceased following a single vehicle accident that occurred at approximately 3:15 a.m. on Sunday, June 16, in Lafayette County. According to the report filed…
Single-vehicle accident results in fatality
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com A 28-year-old McAlpin man was pronounced deceased following a single-vehicle accident that occurred at approximately 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12. According to the Florida Highway Patrol report, the…
O’Brien teen injured in tractor tire explosion
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In the early hours of Friday, June 14, 17-year-old Janna Roberts, an O’Brien resident, suffered severe injuries following the explosion of a tractor tire she was inflating. Janna, the…
Did the White Springs Town Council break its town charter?
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The White Springs Town Council recently broke its own town charter while attempting to fill vacant seats on the council. On Tuesday, May 28, the White Springs Town Council…
Remembering Suwannee : Wellborn, Part 1
Eric Musgrove Contributor Wellborn is one of the oldest communities in Suwannee County; the area around it was settled by Americans before practically any other location in the County. Wellborn’s age, coupled…
Branford High School celebrates athletes with night of honor
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Monday, May 13, Branford High School held its annual BESPYs (Branford’s Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly) ceremony. This celebration, modeled after ESPN’s ESPYs, is dedicated to honoring the…
20 honored in RIVEROAK Practical Nursing Capping Ceremony
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com RIVEROAK Technical College celebrated a significant milestone for 20 students on Friday, May 17, as it hosted its Practical Nursing Capping Ceremony at the Live Oak Church of God….
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…
Choose Joy with Beachville Advent Christian’s Ladies’ Retreat
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Discover God’s promises are for everyone with Beachville Advent Christian Church’s 2024 Choose Joy Ladies’ Retreat. This day for women to enjoy being together is scheduled for Saturday, June…