Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In the runoff election held on Tuesday, June 11, for the Live Oak City Council District 5 seat, Gladys Owens secured a victory with 74 votes, defeating incumbent Tesie…
Riverbend News’ Second Annual Blackberry Festival happening Saturday
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com It is with the greatest pleasure that the Riverbend News announces its Second Annual Blackberry Festival will be taking place this Saturday, June 22. Originally held annually by the…
Live Oak Police Department warns of organization named “Citizens Behind the Badge”
Leah Androski reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com An organization named “Citizens Behind the Badge” is soliciting donations and using the name of the Live Oak Police Department without its authorization. The Live Oak Police Department wants…
Residents urged to stay vigilant among string of vehicle burglaries
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Over the past several days, the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) has responded to a series of vehicle burglaries in the McAlpin, Live Oak and Luraville areas. According to…
Accident results in death of Mayo teen
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com A 19-year-old passenger was pronounced deceased following a single vehicle accident that occurred at approximately 3:15 a.m. on Sunday, June 16, in Lafayette County. According to the report filed…
Single-vehicle accident results in fatality
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com A 28-year-old McAlpin man was pronounced deceased following a single-vehicle accident that occurred at approximately 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12. According to the Florida Highway Patrol report, the…
O’Brien teen injured in tractor tire explosion
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In the early hours of Friday, June 14, 17-year-old Janna Roberts, an O’Brien resident, suffered severe injuries following the explosion of a tractor tire she was inflating. Janna, the…
Did the White Springs Town Council break its town charter?
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The White Springs Town Council recently broke its own town charter while attempting to fill vacant seats on the council. On Tuesday, May 28, the White Springs Town Council…
Remembering Suwannee : Wellborn, Part 1
Eric Musgrove Contributor Wellborn is one of the oldest communities in Suwannee County; the area around it was settled by Americans before practically any other location in the County. Wellborn’s age, coupled…
Branford High School celebrates athletes with night of honor
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Monday, May 13, Branford High School held its annual BESPYs (Branford’s Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly) ceremony. This celebration, modeled after ESPN’s ESPYs, is dedicated to honoring the…
20 honored in RIVEROAK Practical Nursing Capping Ceremony
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com RIVEROAK Technical College celebrated a significant milestone for 20 students on Friday, May 17, as it hosted its Practical Nursing Capping Ceremony at the Live Oak Church of God….
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…
Choose Joy with Beachville Advent Christian’s Ladies’ Retreat
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Discover God’s promises are for everyone with Beachville Advent Christian Church’s 2024 Choose Joy Ladies’ Retreat. This day for women to enjoy being together is scheduled for Saturday, June…
My second Father’s Day
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Almost exactly a year ago, I published my first Father’s Day article. I wrote it from the perspective of being a new father, as my wife and I had…
Wellborn Blueberry Festival celebrates 30th year
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Residents from all around the area flooded Andrew’s Square in downtown Wellborn on Saturday, June 1, for the 30th Annual Wellborn Blueberry Festival. This annual event aids in raising…
The glamorous Suwannee Superstar talent auditions: Your chance to shine
Adyson Hammock reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The day of the newest, biggest and most anticipated premier talent show in North Florida is rapidly approaching, and your chance to be a part of it will soon…
Suwannee County Chamber of Commerce Resource Fair for small businesses
Danielle Hampton Contributor The Suwannee County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free Small Business Resource Fair in Live Oak on Thursday, June 13. “This is a one-stop shop for established and…