Cheryle Chandler Contributor The Edward Rutledge Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) recently honored Live Oak’s first responders with Easter baskets filled with treats. DAR Regent Cheryle Chandler presented…
Let’s talk trash: Food waste
Kim Griffin Contributor In the United States, a whopping 30 to 40 percent of food is wasted! This means food that could have helped feed families in need is instead sent to…
Water Conservation Month to highlight importance of protecting local water resources
SRWMD Contributor Water conservation is at the core of the Suwannee River Water Management District’s (SRWMD) mission to ensure the sustainability of Florida’s water supplies. Due to that, the SRWMD’s Governing Board…
Lunch and Learn: Unveiling the secrets of hay and straw bale gardening
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com A lively crowd of about a dozen participants gathered at the Live Oak Public Library on Thursday, March 28, eager to delve into the world of hay and straw…
The good, the bad and the ugly: “Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire”
Christian Peterson Columnist “Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire” hit theaters on Friday, March 29. The movie was directed by Adam Wingard, with the screenplay written by Terry Rossio, Simon Barrett and…
Around the Banks
Johnny Bullard Guest Columnist The year was 1974, a half-century ago. Change was occurring everywhere. Polyester was taking over the fashion scene. Women began wearing pantsuits. Young ladies were wearing platform shoes,…
Branford softball coach takes home 100 wins
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, April 12, the Branford High School softball team gathered together for another battle against the Bell High School Bulldogs. However, before the game started, the team took…
Flood warnings issued for tri-county area
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Flood warnings have been issued for Suwannee, Hamilton and Lafayette Counties. Both the Withlacoochee River and the Suwannee River are above their average height this week. Due to this,…
Local chef named finalist in national recipe contest: Grand-prize voting happening now!
General Mills Foodservice Contributor Celebrating the best biscuit creations on menus nationwide, General Mills Foodservice announces the four finalists in its Second Annual Biskies™ Recipe Contest, who will each receive at least…
Raid conducted on illegal gambling cafes in White Springs community
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Wednesday, April 10, residents in White Springs witnessed the Florida Gaming Control Commission’s (FGCC) Division of Gaming Enforcement, in collaboration with various law enforcement agencies, executing search warrants…
Raid conducted on illegal gambling cafes in White Springs community
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Wednesday, April 10, residents in White Springs witnessed the Florida Gaming Control Commission’s (FGCC) Division of Gaming Enforcement, in collaboration with various law enforcement agencies, executing search warrants…
Jesse Frierson breaks school record in Buccaneers’ win over Bulldogs
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, April 2, the Suwannee High School varsity softball team hosted the girls from Branford High School. The game began with the Buccaneers quickly scoring three runs at…
Hornets sting Cowboys
Rick Patrick reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, April 2, the Lafayette High School Hornets’ junior varsity and varsity baseball teams traveled to Madison County High School to take on the Cowboys. The Hornets were…
Bulldogs, Trojans and Buccaneers compete in weightlifting districts; Bulldogs claim District Champions title
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) boys weightlifting district championships were in full swing on Friday, March 29, in Suwannee High School’s gymnasium. Joining the Bulldogs amongst the…
Remembering Suwannee: Nancy Parshley, Part 1
Eric Musgrove Contributor Women have played a necessary but oft-neglected role in Suwannee County’s history. Besides the traditional roles of raising children and supporting their husbands’ endeavors, many women in the county’s…
Hamilton students brave the stage to excel in District Florida 4-H Public Speaking Contest
Michelana Byrd Contributor Imagine having to speak to a room full of people, mostly strangers. Your palms are sweating, your heart is racing, butterflies are fluttering around in your stomach, and you…
Teacher Spotlight: Cara Griffin shines at Hamilton County High School
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Cara Griffin, a rising star in the teaching community, brings passion, innovation and a fresh perspective to her role as a middle school teacher at Hamilton County High School….