Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Each year, correctional institutions across Florida participate in K-9 tracking exercise. This year, the event was held in Brooksville, Fla., where 11 different departments gathered to show off their…
Congrats SVYLSS Grand Champs
Be sure to check out the Wednesday, April 3, edition for our annual Suwannee Valley Youth Livestock Show and Sale (SVYLSS) tab for full coverage of all the winners!
Good Friday: Following the steps that led to life for all
Mickey Starling reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com As Christians soon begin celebrating the most important day on their calendar, it is important to reflect on the moments that took place on Good Friday, leading to Jesus’s…
Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office assists in investigation of Touch By an Angel Childcare
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) has assisted in the ongoing investigation into Touch by an Angel Learning Academy, according to a press release from the Columbia County Sheriff’s…
Florida Preservation Awards refreshed to celebrate Florida’s diverse history
Florida Trust for Historic Preservation Contributor On the 45th Anniversary of the Florida Preservation Awards, the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation introduced a revitalized program reflecting the organization’s commitment to diversity and…
Embracing St. Patrick’s Day with ancestral roots: A journey with the Suwannee Valley Genealogy Society
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Sunday, March 17, was St. Patrick’s Day, and with its arrival, communities around the world prepared to celebrate the legacy of Ireland’s patron saint. Beyond the green attire and…
Live in concert: Sunday Drive and LifeSong
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music as Sunday Drive and LifeSong take the stage for a live concert at Ragans Family Campground on Saturday, March 23, starting…
Around the Banks
Johnny Bullard Guest Columnist By the time this article appears in the paper, we will officially be in the spring season. Spring 2024 here in our homeland is absolutely beautiful, but this…
Hornets steal show in rivalry clash with Buccaneers
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, March 12, the Lafayette High School baseball team hosted the Branford Buccaneers in an intense matchup. The game began at 7 p.m., and before the players had…
Close match-up ends in Branford victory over Tigers
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, March 12, the Branford High School softball team hosted the Columbia County Tigers in a highly anticipated showdown. The match-up proved to be one of the toughest…
Branford has shutout win against Lafayette
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, March 15, the Branford High School softball team hosted the Lafayette Hornets in a showdown. It was clear from the get-go that the Buccaneers were there for…
Bulldogs show Columbia who’s the boss
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee High School flag football team faced off against the Columbia County Tigers twice over three days. These games proved that the Tigers never stood a chance against…
Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office showcases specialized equipment to Wellborn Homeschool Co-op
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, March 7, the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office treated students of the Wellborn Homeschool Co-op to an eye-opening demonstration of its specialized units and cutting-edge equipment. The event…
RIVEROAK brick and block masonry program brings home golden trowel once more
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, Feb. 29, RIVEROAK Technical College proved its worth once more at the Florida Masonry Apprentice and Educational Foundation’s North Florida Masonry Championship. For the 10th time in…
Remembering Suwannee : Harry T. Moore
Eric Musgrove Contributor Suwannee County has been home to thousands of hard-working Americans over the years. Many times, these individuals help make their communities and the surrounding area better places to live….
Wildlife warnings: Coyote breeding season
Heather Ainsley reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Despite their shy nature, the Florida coyote is exceptionally common. Most residents are more likely to hear these elusive creatures than they are to actually see one, but researchers…
Newspaper-inspired Easter crafts perfect for every bunny!
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Newspapers are helpful for many things, such as cleaning windows and protecting valuable possessions during a move. They can even add carbon to a compost pile. Then, when the…