Commissioner Diaz announces more than $22 million in funding for workforce development initiatives
Florida Department of Education Contributor On Thursday, Jan. 18, Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz, Jr. announced an investment of over $22 million from the Workforce Development Capitalization Incentive Grant Program to create…
Full steam ahead! All Aboard Festival happening Feb. 3
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Get ready for a day filled with excitement and entertainment as the Suwannee Festivals Committee proudly presents the All Aboard Festival at Heritage Square and the Suwannee County Museum….
SHS boys wrestling named state runners-up
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Jan. 19 and Saturday, Jan. 20, the Suwannee High School (SHS) Bulldogs faced off against multiple schools in search of a state championship win. On Friday, the…
Suwannee Commissioners discuss litter pickup problems
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, Jan. 16, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the approval of the minutes of past meetings….
Jasper City Council prepares for election
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, Jan.18, the Jasper City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with City Attorney Rhett Bullard’s items. His only item to be brought before…
Lafayette school board honors January Students of the Month
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Four students were recognized as the Students of the Month during the Lafayette County School Board’s regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 16. Each month, students are nominated by their…
Hamilton Commissioners shown preliminary plan for housing and commercial area
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, Jan. 16, the Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The board began by hearing a petition to close 41st Terrace. However,…
NFC 2023 Fall graduates recognized
NFC Contributor North Florida College (NFC) awarded 101 degrees and certificates to its students at the conclusion of its 2023 Fall Term. Many of the summer graduates participated in NFC’s Fall Commencement…
SMS Titans wrap up e-sports season
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Many people still are unaware of the Sunshine State Esports League (SSEL). This group of people have found that the love children have for video games can be fostered…
What to watch: “Lawmen: Bass Reeves”
Mickey Starling reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com I grew up in the right era for good westerns. John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, Charles Bronson and Yul Brenner were familiar faces on the big screen, always ready to…
Orchard Community Church to host Night of Worship
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Experience the transcendent beauty of worship with the Orchard Community Church on Sunday, Jan. 28. Individuals from all walks of life are invited to join in this soul-stirring Night…
Harmonizing history and celebration: Stephen Foster’s legacy lives on
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In the enchanting realms of musical history, Stephen Foster’s 1851 composition, “Old Folks at Home,” known colloquially as “Suwannee River,” resonates as melodiously as the river it embodies. This…
Red Cross declares emergency blood shortage
Leah Androski reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Over the last 20 years, blood donations through the Red Cross have fallen almost 40 percent. The Red Cross needs blood and platelet donations to help with the shortages…
Texas Hold ‘Em returns to Madison Saturday night, Jan. 27
Emerald Greene reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com For the last several years, the Madison County Chamber of Commerce has sponsored the ever-popular Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tournament, as one of their annual fundraising events. This year…
Cat-astrophe averted: Suwannee Fire Rescue saves cat
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, Jan. 16, Suwannee Fire Rescue responded to a call regarding a sound coming from someone’s chimney. Engine 1 responded to the call and began inspecting the area….
Sessions approved for full-time city manager position
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Live Oak City Council began the new year on Tuesday, Jan. 9, by approving Resolution 2023-03, authorizing the appointment of Larry Sessions to the official position of city…