Nicole Washington Contributor Hand washing is essential to stop the spread of germs to everyone. As a preschool teacher, I think that it is even more important in preschool groups. Every day…
Class of 1956 donates money to the Lonnie Bob Hurst Scholarship
Donna Long Contributor The Class of 1956 recently voted to donate money to the Lonnie Bob Hurst Scholarship for this year’s Suwannee High School graduates. The recipient will be awarded this money…
Suwannee History: The Hull-Hawkins House
Eric Musgrove Contributor Although Suwannee County has lost many of its early homes and buildings over the years due to fire, neglect and the changing times, there are still a few structures…
Celebrating Black History: A conversation with Ta-Trease Sapp
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com In the heart of Live Oak, Ta-Trease Sapp, the Victim’s Advocate for the Live Oak Police Department, stands as a beacon of strength and resilience. With six years of…
Live Oak Garden Club launches annual Caladium Sale for 2024
Live Oak Garden Club Contributor The Live Oak Garden Club urges members of the community to support its annual Caladium Sale this year. These beautiful plants are happy anywhere in your yard…
Federated Republican Women swear in officers for 2024
Barbara Gill Contributor The Federated Republican Women of North Central Florida (FRWNCF) met on Thursday, Jan. 18, for their regular monthly meeting, where Dotty McPherson, District 2 Representative, swore in new officers….
Branford Rotary Club welcomes three new members
Mel Kemmerer Contributor The Branford Rotary Club is excited to announce that it has recently welcomed three new members – Dana Nicholson, Lois Millikin and Clyde Meredith. Each of them brings…
SRWMD celebrates February as Florida Hiking Trails Month
SRWMD Contributor The Suwannee River Water Management District (SRWMD) invites area residents and visitors to celebrate February as Florida Hiking Trails Month. Florida Hiking Trails Month encourages Floridians to take advantage of…
Growing vegetables or flowers in a new piece of land?
A walkthrough of how to access online tools for finding out your hardiness zone and site soil type. Raymond Balaguer Contributor Whether you are a backyard gardener or a commercial grower, it…
Are you waiting for your Cinderella moment?
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford Public Library will host a Cinderella’s Closet Prom Dress Giveaway, giving every girl in need a Cinderella moment to cherish. Young princesses still needing a gown to…
Branford Town Council grapples with volunteer fire department certification crisis
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford Town Council convened on Tuesday, Feb. 13, in a session marked by heated exchanges and urgent discussions surrounding the certification status of the local volunteer fire department….
Town of Mayo approves new planning and zoning councilmember
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Monday, Feb. 12, the Mayo Town Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began as normal, heading into old business after approving the agenda and minutes….
Lafayette Board of Commission approve new committee
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, Feb. 13, the Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting quickly moved into the department head reports, starting with Marcus…
Jerry Taylor, long-serving Suwannee County School Board member, announces retirement
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com After 28 years of dedicated service to the Suwannee County School Board, District 1 representative Jerry Taylor has announced his retirement. Taylor, a stalwart figure in the local education…
McAlpin man arrested for alleged child abuse
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) arrested 34-year-old McAlpin resident David Phinney. The arrest came after an investigation prompted by reports from Suwannee Riverside Elementary School regarding a student residing with…
Live Oak woman charged with child abuse
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Wednesday, Feb. 14, 38-year-old Live Oak resident Heather Hogan was arrested on charges of child abuse. According to a report filed by the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO),…
Suwannee Middle School FFA clinches State Livestock Judging Championship title
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com In a monumental victory, the Suwannee Middle School Future Farmers of America (FFA) team has secured the coveted title of State Livestock Judging Champions at the Florida State Fair…