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…
Tips to set up an ideal home study space
Metro Contributor Study skills are integral to academic success. Such abilities help students learn more efficiently and effectively, which can lead to better grades on assignments and tests. Developing strong study habits…
Hamilton County Chamber of Commerce proud to award scholarship
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County Chamber of Commerce was out of commission for a while. However, they are now back and they are ready to help raise up their community. In…
Heijkoop takes another win with Lafayette FFA
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Future Farmers of America (FFA) is one of the most premier organizations in rural communities. In areas where agriculture reigns supreme, the FFA has and continues to help…
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…