James H. Cagle Guest Columnist “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God” (John 1:1 KJV). We love words. We love taking them…
Governor Ron DeSantis signs HB 549 to combat theft and boost law enforcement safety
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com In a bid to tackle the escalating issue of theft and enhance safety measures for law enforcement officers, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 549 into law on Monday, April…
Bloom into spring with the First Annual Wildflower Festival
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Experience the vibrance of spring at the First Annual Wildflower Festival, hosted by Suwannee Festivals, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 27. The festival will take…
Suwannee Department of Health issues rabies alert
Florida Department of Health Contributor The Florida Department of Health in Suwannee County (DOH-Suwannee) is monitoring rabies among wild animals in the area. This is in response to a confirmed case of…
Mayo man found guilty of second degree murder
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Lafayette county resident Earnest Turner, 53, was found guilty of second degree murder on Monday, April 15. Turner was arrested on Aug. 27, 2022, after shooting into the resident…
Chris Cook advocates for Hamilton County varsity football program
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com In the heart of Hamilton County, a beacon of hope and development shines through the efforts of Chris Cook, the head coach of the Trojans’ football program at Hamilton…
Lafayette County law enforcement help honor special olympics athletes
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, April 18, the 2024 Special Olympic Torch Run found itself moving through Lafayette County. The program began in 1981, and for over 40 years law enforcement officers…
Suwannee Department of Health issues rabies alert
Florida Department of Health Contributor The Florida Department of Health in Suwannee County (DOH-Suwannee) is monitoring rabies among wild animals in the area. This is in response to a confirmed case of…
Too close for comfort
Heather Ainsley reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com One of the things that attract many homeowners to consider buying property in rural Florida is the scenic surroundings and the abundance of wildlife. There is much allure to…
Local weightlifters show out at FHSAA Class 1A Region 2 Competition
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee High School Bulldogs’ boys’ weightlifting team hosted the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) regional championships on Saturday, April 6, in their gymnasium. The Branford High School…
Suwannee sweeps Madison County
Rick Patrick reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com When the Suwannee High School Bulldog baseball and softball teams left for Madison County High School on Tuesday, April 9, they must have packed brooms along with bats and…
Back-to-back wins: Trojans overpower foes
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Monday, April 8, the Hamilton County High School Trojans faced off against the Aucilla Christian Warriors in a district softball game. The Trojans had been facing a rough…
Soap language
Rev. Cheryl Cruce Contributor Growing up, I recall the phrase “soap language.” I do not ever remember the taste of a soap bar; the threat of it was enough to keep me…
Remembering Suwannee : Nancy Parshley, Part 2
Eric Musgrove Contributor Last week, we began talking about Nancy Parshley, the wife of John Parshley, who was an early pioneer of Live Oak. In fact, had it not been for John…
SHS Theatre Troupe wraps up year with spring musical
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, March 30, the Suwannee High School (SHS) Theatre Troupe performed its biggest show of the year: the spring musical. This year, it was “Freaky Friday” that took…
NFC Office of Dual Enrollment recognizes Kiley Melvin as April Student of the Month
Rebecca Bennet, NFC Recruitment Coordinator 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…
Support bright futures with the Branford Achievement Council’s Scholarship Gala
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford Achievement Council will be hosting a Scholarship Gala on Saturday, April 20, to raise funds for its Senior Scholarship Fund. The night of elegance will begin at…