Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The White Springs Public Library will be hosting an Open House on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will offer a day full of…
Hamilton County High School takes football victory amidst high school festivities
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Oct. 11, the Hamilton County High School Trojans hosted the Hilliard Red Flashes on the gridiron. While every football game is a highlight, the night was super…
Hornets swarm Buccaneers with 40-7 win
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Lafayette High School Hornets (2-4) soared to a decisive 40-7 victory over the Branford High School Buccaneers (4-2) in the highly anticipated Battle for the Helmet on Monday,…
Bulldogs excel at Alligator Lake Invitational
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, Oct. 5, the Bulldogs’ cross country team traveled to Lake City for the Alligator Lake Invitational. This annual invitational is a highlight for the Bulldogs, and this…
Bulldogs golf continues to show their prowess
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Monday, Oct. 14, the Bulldogs’ boys’ golf team took a trip to The Country Club at Lake City to face off against Ponte Vedra, Fleming Island, St. Augustine,…
Remembering Suwannee: 1882 description of Luraville
Eric Musgrove Contributor While performing research online for Suwannee County-related office matters, I sometimes come across fascinating tidbits of information that have little to do with my original scope of work. Sometimes,…
Guiding the flock: honoring pastors during Pastor Appreciation Month
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com “Let the elders who rule well be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in preaching and teaching” 1 Timothy 5:17 (ESV). Pastor Appreciation Month is celebrated…
Take a stand during Red Ribbon Week
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Red Ribbon Week is a national drug-use prevention campaign that begins each year on Oct. 23 and ends on Oct. 31. The Red Ribbon Campaign was created in 1985…
Bewitch your Halloween with family fun in the Suwannee Valley
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com As Halloween draws near, more and more festivities can be found around the tri-county area. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly night of fun for the kiddos or a…
LSF Health Systems continues commitment to first responder mental health
LSF Health Systems Contributor National First Responders Day on Monday, Oct. 28, is a time to recognize the brave men and women who support citizens during their worst days. In honor of…
San Marco Chamber Music Society to perform in Live Oak
Bill and Linda Poplin Contributor Live classical performances continue in Live Oak as the Friends of Music concert series presents the San Marco Chamber Music Society on Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 7:30…
Free clothes being offered to Helene victims
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com With the slew of hurricanes that have recently hit the area, many are reminded of the storms from the past. One of the most detrimental was Hurricane Michael, which…
The third annual Sugar Cane festival is almost here
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com White Springs may be a small town, but that doesn’t mean its residents don’t know how to have fun. Each year, Suwannee Hardware and Feed plays host to the…
Suwannee Extension seeking donations for Community Sewing Day
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The UF/IFAS Suwannee County Extension office is calling on the community to donate batting material in preparation for its upcoming Community Sewing Day. The event is scheduled to take…
Suwannee River Regional Library launches free mobile app
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee River Regional Library System has announced the launch of its new mobile app, available for free on all major mobile devices. This app aims to enhance convenience…
Live Oak Woman’s Club hosts collection drive for Hurricane Milton victims
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Woman’s Club of Live Oak, part of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC), is organizing a collection drive to assist victims of Hurricane Milton. The drive will…
Jasper City Council bounces back from hurricanes
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Thursday, Oct. 17, the Jasper City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with amendments to the agenda, with the council adding three items. After…