Jason Futch r eporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Two individuals allegedly involved in a November attack during what officials describe as a”riot” are being charged with battery. Jacaris Clarence Stubbs, a 34-year-old resident of Jasper, is…
One year later: HCSO, FDLE offers $10,000 on two October homicides
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com October 2024 marked the one-year anniversary for two homicide cases that reached its one-year anniversary with no answers: 32-year-old Martin Clay and 34-year-old Donnie Ray Jackson III. Both Clay…
Tensions flare during presentation at White Springs Town Council meeting
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com What was to be a simple evening that included community updates and a planned presentation on several grants being offered to showcase the town’s history turned into a battle…
Live Oak City Council approves multiple zoning changes
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, Dec. 10, the Live Oak City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. After minor changes being made, the agenda was approved. The council then approved the…
Mayo Town Council getting gas stations back in service
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Monday, Dec. 9, the Mayo Town Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. First, the council approved the agenda for the evening before quickly approving the minutes from…
New face to fill Post 3 seat on Branford Town Council
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com A new face will officially be joining the Branford Town Council in January, as members voted on who would be filling the Post 3 seat during its regular meeting…
Lafayette Commission holds final regular meeting for 2024
Christian Peterson r eporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, Dec. 10, the Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the approval of the minutes from the…
Local church shares concerns about package store
Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, Dec. 4, the Jennings Town Council met to discuss a proposed resolution, Resolution 2024-08, which would approve an asset management plan for the Town of Jennings. This…
Cagle Grams: What is worldliness?
“Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in…
Living God’s way: Results of Jesus preaching
The death of Jesus on the cross broke down the dividing wall between the Jews and the Gentiles. The preaching of Jesus brought about peace between these same two groups, along with…
Around the Banks
The Christmas season is full of hustle and bustle, but if you take some time to relax and unwind, I have a few recommendations for some books, movies and day excursions that…
Florida state officials honored as “Rural Champions” at 2024 FREDA Summit
Jeff Hendry Contributor T he Florida Rural Economic Development Association (FREDA) proudly recognized five distinguished state officials for their exceptional leadership and advocacy at the 2024 FREDA Summit held at the World…
$500k awarded to City of Live Oak for infrastructure
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Dec. 6, Governor Ron DeSantis announced $20 million in awards to 17 small counties and municipalities through the Rural Infrastructure Fund. “Florida is committed to supporting our…
Johnston Signature Furnishings opens in Branford
Mickey Starling reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Just a short time after Badcock Furniture closed its doors across the nation, Andy Johnston, the owner of the Branford, Madison and Monticello stores, has revived the business, opening…
Accident claims life on State Road 247
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred Tuesday evening, Dec. 10, at the intersection of State Road 247 and County Road 49 in…
Live Oak man charged for attempting to meet minor
Jason Futch r eporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Dec. 13, the Lake City Police Department (LCPD) announced the arrest of a Live Oak man who has been charged with allegedly attempting to meet a…
Farm Recovery Centers open in tri-county area this week
FEMA Contributor The State of Florida, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and FEMA are coordinating one-day Farm Recovery Centers in Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy, Polk and Suwannee Counties. These events have been organized…