Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Almost exactly a year ago, I published my first Father’s Day article. I wrote it from the perspective of being a new father, as my wife and I had…
Wellborn Blueberry Festival celebrates 30th year
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Residents from all around the area flooded Andrew’s Square in downtown Wellborn on Saturday, June 1, for the 30th Annual Wellborn Blueberry Festival. This annual event aids in raising…
The glamorous Suwannee Superstar talent auditions: Your chance to shine
Adyson Hammock reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The day of the newest, biggest and most anticipated premier talent show in North Florida is rapidly approaching, and your chance to be a part of it will soon…
Suwannee County Chamber of Commerce Resource Fair for small businesses
Danielle Hampton Contributor The Suwannee County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free Small Business Resource Fair in Live Oak on Thursday, June 13. “This is a one-stop shop for established and…
Smile Like Lainey with upcoming Family Fun Day
Ady Hammock reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Get ready for the Smile Like Lainey Family Fun Day! On Saturday, June 29, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Live Oak Coliseum parking lot, located at 1302…
Branford Rotary Club welcomes new members
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Rotary Club of Branford relies on its members’ dedication to unite and create lasting change within its community. As such, inducting new members is important for the club’s…
Public comment sparks debate on Branford Town Council’s equipment purchases
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Public comments raised during the Branford Town Council’s regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, May 14, called the town’s purchase of various items of equipment into question. After the council…
Concerns raised over Hamilton Downs Horsetrack annexation
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Jennings Town Council’s regular meeting on Tuesday, June 4, opened with the swearing-in of council members Ann Crumedy and Charles Barrett for another term. This was followed by…
Suwannee Commissioners approve value adjustment board nominations
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, May 21, the Suwannee County Board of Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the approval of the minutes from the previous meeting….
Florida government takes action to prevent scams
Kenzie James reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Florida’s governor and attorney general took action last week, including signing a new law and releasing a consumer alert to help prevent Floridians from being hurt by scams. Gov….
HCSO announces driver’s license and vehicle inspection checkpoints
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Contributor The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) will be conducting driver’s license and vehicle inspection checkpoints during the weeks of Monday, July 1, until Monday, Sept. 30, in…
Undefeated Suwannee Bombers clinches Top Gun Zone Championship drop a bomb at championship
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Top Gun Sports USA is an organization dedicated to fostering a love of baseball and softball among younger generations. Recently, one team, the Suwannee Bombers 13u baseball team, participated…
White Springs announces new Mayor
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com During the White Springs Town Council meeting on Tuesday, April 25, the council elected a new mayor from among themselves. Jacqueline Williams, who has been a member of the…
Advent Christian Village resident celebrates 108th birthday
Advent Christian Village Contributor Advent Christian Village (ACV) is proud to celebrate the 108th birthday of Marjorie Zuidema Hoffman, currently the oldest living resident at ACV. Born and raised in Holland, Mich.,…
Undercover sting results in arrest of local convenience store owner
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Wednesday, June 5, the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) Criminal Investigation Division and Narcotics Unit conducted a controlled operation that resulted in the arrest of 28 year old…
NFC Graduates Honored at Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony
North Florida College Contributor North Florida College (NFC) awarded 181 students with degrees or certificates at the conclusion of its Spring Term 2024. Graduates were honored at NFC’s Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony…
Lafayette FFA boasts vice-presidential candidate
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Wednesday, April 24, Chad Lyons, the advisor for the Lafayette High School chapter of Future Farmers of America (FFA), announced that their Chapter President, Delaney Deadwyler, had been…