Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Do you know of any upcoming church events happening in the tri-county area? Please, share them with us! We want to cover your fundraisers, revivals, yard sales, luncheons, concerts…
Gilbert Macias to speak at New Harmony United Methodist Church
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Miami native Gilbert Macias will be a guest speaker at New Harmony United Methodist Church on Sunday, March 3. Macias is a concert pianist, and will be providing a…
Kelly Infantino’s innovative approach to inclusive education
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com In the heart of Hamilton County High School, Kelly Infantino stands out as an exemplar of inclusive and engaging education, especially during Black History Month. With a passion for…
Letter to the Editor: Clearing the Air
It’s time to unite our voices to call for a change that could result in saving millions of lives in the generations to come. We can work together to craft a future…
Around the Banks
Johnny Bullard Guest Columnist I was in somewhat of a quandary as to what I should write this week, and as I walked out of the White Springs Methodist Church on Sunday…
McAlpin man turns himself in on warrant
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Wednesday, Feb. 14, 34-year-old McAlpin resident David Alan Phinney was arrested on charges of alleged child abuse. According to a report filed by the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office…
Million-dollar embezzlement scandal unfolds in Suwannee County
Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Feb. 1, Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) Investigator Sergeant Wayne Kelly was alerted to a case of financial malfeasance following a call from a local business owner. The…
Gov. DeSantis announces additional aid to local communities
Rick Patrick reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, Feb. 23, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a plan to distribute more than $6 million in further assistance to communities that were affected by Hurricane Idalia late last…
2024 elections on horizon – Important dates to remember
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com With a presidential general election now barely 10 months away, interest in the electoral process is beginning to perk up, preparatory to the grand finale of the general election…
Eight Suwannee wrestlers heading to state competition
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Feb. 23, and Saturday Feb. 24, the Suwannee High School wrestling team competed in the wrestling regional Individual Bracketed Tournament (IBT) at Wewatichka High School. The Bulldogs…
“On the Road” Walk-Up Vaccine Event available Feb. 26
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Mark your calendars! HealthStreet, a University of Florida initiative, is teaming up with Gethsemane Baptist Church to bring a health and wellness event to Live Oak on Monday, Feb….
Hornets defend nest in dominating softball season opener
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com In the inaugural clash of the softball season, the Lafayette High School Hornets squared off against the Dixie County Bears on Thursday, Feb. 15, in a riveting encounter that…
Branford Bucs hit the baseball diamond
Rick Patrick reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford High School Buccaneers took the baseball diamond for the beginning of a preseason tournament in Madison, Fla. on Tuesday, Feb. 13, when they met the Warriors of…
Live Oak Bomb-A-Thon set to inspire young sluggers
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Anticipation is mounting as the Live Oak Bomb-A-Thon approaches. Scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 24 and Sunday, Feb. 25, this event promises to be a thrilling spectacle, drawing travel ball…
Music in the Park returning to Mayo on March 2
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford Oasis Church and Freedom Rally Ministries are excited to put on their second “Music in the Park” event in Mayo on Saturday, March 2. This event is…
Chris Golden coming to Lighthouse Christian Center
Mickey Starling reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Christian country artist Chris Golden will be in concert at Lighthouse Christian Center in Mayo on Friday, March 1. Golden is the son of the Oak Ridge Boys’ William…
Springcrest Elementary School receives visit from Adrianna Swearingen, Florida’s 2024 Teacher of the Year
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Suwannee Springcrest Elementary School (SSES) welcomed a cherished guest on Friday, Feb. 10. Radiating warmth and camaraderie throughout its halls, Adrianna Swearingen, the esteemed 2024 Teacher of the Year…