Lee Trawick reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford High School boys basketball team opened the season 4-0, averaging an impressive 71.2 points per game. The team’s success has been attributed to their strong perimeter shooting….
Bulldogs enter the week riding a three-game winning streak
Lee Trawick reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee High School girls basketball team began its season with a win at home over the Chiles Timberwolves, 48-39. However, in their next game against the Columbia County…
Hornets rebound with three straight wins
Lee Trawick reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Lafayette High School boys basketball team began its season on the road against the Oak Hall Eagles. However, they struggled with offensive timing issues early on, and despite…
Hamilton County High School sophomores explore careers at NFC
NFC Contributor On Tuesday, Nov. 14, Hamilton County High School sophomores attended a Mini-Preview Campus Tour at North Florida College (NFC). This tour showcases NFC workforce programs, where high school students are…
A Festival of Lessons and Carols to be presented
Linda Poplin Contributor A Festival of Lessons and Carols will be presented at Covenant First Presbyterian Church, located at 421 White Ave., in Live Oak, at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Dec 17….
White Springs Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints holds Christmas dinner social
Lee Trawick reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com “For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there…For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them” (Matthew 18:20)….
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, Dec. 17. Macias is a concert pianist, and will be providing a…
Self care this holiday season
Heather Ainsley reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Everything is finally done. The tree has been set up, the house has been decorated, the presents have all been wrapped, the holiday shopping is complete, the family meal…
Branford Camera Club takes Christmas photos at the Branford Library
Robert Wolfe Contributor The Branford Library recently received a cash donation in honor of Skip Weigel, a well-known professional photographer and supporter of the library. Donna Koon, head librarian, decided to use…
White Springs Historic Preservation Society discusses updates during meet and greet
Roberta Lacefield Contributor The White Springs Historic Preservation Society held a meet and greet in November for members and interested citizens where they reported on several projects. Board members reviewed the progress…
Third Circuit FAWL aims to spread warmth to nursing home residents this season
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In the spirit of the Christmas season, the Third Circuit Florida Association of Women Lawyers (FAWL) and friends are adopting residents of nursing homes within the third circuit. Individuals…
Help American Legion Auxiliary Unit 107 spread Christmas cheer to families in need
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com “And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.” – Hebrews 13:16 The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 107 is…
Show off your wheels for a worthy cause
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Toy drives come in all forms, and Catfish Customs 4X4’s is no different. In coordination with Corbin Automotive and Branford Mudbogs, Catfish Customs has organized a toy drive/truck meet…
Embrace the Christmas spirit with Santa Night
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner, and to kick off the festive season, get ready for HCA Suwannee Emergency’s enchanting Santa Night on…
Mail off your Christmas wish list with Santa’s mailbox
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Kiddos, have you written the big man in red yet to let him know what you want for Christmas? Don’t wait too late! Santa’s mailbox will only be available…
Christmas on the Square kicks off the holiday season with three days of fun
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee County Chamber of Commerce transformed historic downtown Live Oak into a festive wonderland for its 39th Annual Christmas on the Square from Thursday, Nov. 30 to Saturday,…
Lafayette school board recognizes individuals for outstanding achievements
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, the Lafayette County School Board’s regularly scheduled meeting was moved up to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 14. Following the invocation and Pledge of…