Eric Musgrove Contributor This week, we’ll finish our multi-article study on the Wellborn community, one of the oldest existing communities in Suwannee County. During the heyday period of Wellborn during the late…
Branford Youth Football League gears up for exciting season
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford Youth Football League and Cheerleading is eagerly preparing for the upcoming season, which promises to be full of excitement and competition. Early registration ends on Thursday, July…
Suwannee Stealth to host Elite Volleyball Camp
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee Stealth Volleyball Club is calling all high school volleyball players for a unique opportunity to enhance their skills this summer. The club is looking for 24 elite…
Lafayette Hornet Volleyball Camp announced for young players
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Lafayette Hornet Volleyball Camp is set to offer an exciting opportunity for young girls entering third through sixth grades in the 2024-25 school year. This camp is designed…
Three Lafayette High alumni join the Gatorettes
Kenzie James reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Three Lafayette High School (LHS) alumni joined the University of Florida (UF) Gatorettes and will be marching with the Gator Marching Band in the upcoming season. Logan Lents, Mia…
Suwannee County preparing for the upcoming school year
Adyson Hammock reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com All Suwannee County Schools are currently accepting school supplies for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. Supplies such as notebooks, pencils, disinfectant wipes and other basic supplies for students of…
Incoming sixth graders invited to Summer Bridge program
Adyson Hammock reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Middle school is a scary place – new people, new teachers and a completely new school. The Hamilton County School District (HCSD) is providing an opportunity for upcoming sixth…
Explore faith with Bible summer fun
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The sun is getting brighter, the air is getting warmer, and the school year has drawn to an end. You know what that means: summer vacation is here! This…
Three-day program promises only good news!
Christopher Poppell Contributor In a world where bad news endlessly streams on social media, TV and radio, a three-day live event open to the public will deliver only good news! One of…
Dogs may be at risk of heatstroke this summer
Kenzie James reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.c Recent heat advisories and heat indexes over 100 degrees Fahrenheit advise people to take precautions to prevent heat exhaustion and heatstroke, but humans are not the only ones at…
Boyz to Kings is expanding
Rick Patrick reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.c Boyz to Kings, a Madison County youth mentoring organization, is expanding its reach and is looking for additional staff. Boyz to Kings Founder and Executive Director Merv Mattair recently…
The Florida Future Chef competition is accepting student applications
Kenzie James reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.c The annual Florida Future Chef competition, sponsored by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, is currently accepting applications for contestants for the 2024 competition. Students from 7…
Annual FWC wild turkey survey is open for Florida residents
Kenzie James reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) announced on Saturday, June 1, the kickoff of the 2024 Wild Turkey Summer Survey. The annual survey, open until Saturday, Aug….
Preventing falls and preserving independence
Kim Griffin Contributor Falls are a major concern for older adults because they can cause serious injuries, lead to a loss of independence, and reduce quality of life. The risk of falling…
Lafayette County Farm Bureau hosts successful AgVenture for fourth graders
Lafayette County Farm Bureau Contributor In May, the Lafayette County Farm Bureau held its annual AgVenture event, an educational initiative designed to immerse local fourth-graders in the diverse world of agriculture. This…
Step into comfort: Free diabetic footwear program
Adyson Hammock reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Florida Podiatric Medical Society (FPMS) has recently begun a free diabetic footwear program. This initiative provides diabetic socks, inserts and shoes to residents living with Type 1 or…
Thank You
To the Citizens of Lafayette County, I am deeply honored and grateful to be able to continue to serve as your Tax Collector. Serving our County in this role continues to be…