Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Monday, Feb. 5, a male from Hawkinsville, Ga., was pronounced dead following a traffic accident that occurred at 8:55 p.m. in Suwannee County. According to Florida Highway Patrol,…
Florida legislation working on laws for dangerous dogs
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com House Bill 873 is currently making its way through a judiciary committee before being presented to the Florida House floor. This new bill, aiming to curb attacks from dangerous…
Lafayette school district recognized as Best of the Best
FSBIT Contributor At its annual winter meeting, the Florida School Boards Insurance Trust (FSBIT) acknowledged the outstanding risk management FSBIT’s Executive Director Dave Stephens commented, “Lafayette’s team is to be commended on…
Branford High School principal honored by Florida TaxWatch, presents scholarship to outstanding student
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Florida TaxWatch has recently announced the recipients of the esteemed Principal Leadership Awards (PLA) for the 2023-24 academic year, honoring 15 exceptional school principals across the state. Since its…
Community concern grows as three teens reported missing
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The of Live Oak community has been gripped by concern following the disappearance of three teenagers, who were last seen on Sunday, Feb. 11, at approximately 3:30 p.m. The…
Florida “Run for the Fallen” will pass through Suwannee County Feb. 11
Laura Young reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Feb. 9, a team of more than 20 marathon-trained athletes will embark on a 176-mile, three-day journey from Tallahassee to Jacksonville to honor every service member with…
Hornets secure District Championship title
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com In a gripping soccer spectacle on Tuesday, Jan. 30, the Lafayette Hornets girls’ team triumphed over the Trenton Tigers, securing the coveted 2A District 2 championship. The adrenaline-pumping match…
Buccaneers basketball team wins 64-45 on senior night
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford High School boys’ basketball team hosted the Bell Bulldogs. However, before the boys took to the court, the Buccaneers took a moment to honor their senior players…
Hornets honor basketball seniors
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, Jan. 25, the Lafayette Hornets’ boys and girls basketball teams faced off against the Trenton Tigers on Senior Night. While the night was centered around the seniors…
Trojan seniors honored during basketball senior night
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Jan. 26, the Hamilton County Trojans celebrated Senior Night by taking on the Hilliard Red Flashes. While the games were an essential part of the night, the…
Trojans’ soccer teams engage in thrilling Senior Night combat
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Jan. 19, soccer fans gathered at Hamilton County High School for a night of competition and honor. A showdown against the Saint Francis Catholic Wolves was accompanied…
Suwannee Wrestling team celebrates seniors
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, Jan. 25, Suwannee High School hosted the Clay Duals wrestling competition. On top of that, the school also took a moment to honor its graduating class, which…
Trojans go to battle during weightlifting district championship
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County High School girls’ weightlifting team had two of their toughest lifters advance to the Class 1A Region 1 District 4 Weightlifting Championship tournament, which was held…
Buccaneers named Class 1A Region 2 Weightlifting District Champions
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford High School girls’ weightlifting team traveled to Chiefland High School on Thursday, Jan. 25, to compete in the FHSAA Class 1A Region 2 District 7 Weightlifting tournament….
Bulldogs claim weightlifting district champions title
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee High School girls’ weightlifting team played host to the Class 1A Region 1 District 4 Weightlifting Championship tournament on Friday, Jan. 26. Being one of the most…
Bright minds shine at Hamilton High’s annual science fair
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Hamilton County High School showcased the brilliance of its budding scientists during its annual science fair in January. The event, which saw a plethora of innovative projects, culminated in…
Branford FFA celebrates Florida Arbor Day with tree planting
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In celebration of Florida Arbor Day, on Friday, Jan. 19, Branford’s Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter planted trees donated by Shade Tree Nursery on Branford High School’s campus….