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…
Alleged Branford shoplifters caught with drugs
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Wednesday, May 29, Deputy Celve Willis with the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) responded to a call about a possible shoplifting in Branford. Once the deputy arrived, the…
Broken-hearted drunk driver arrested
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, May 25, Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) Deputy Michael Recca was patrolling when he noticed a gray pickup truck that was parked diagonally across the median on…
Lake City man caught with allegedly stolen vehicle
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Monday, May 13, according to the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) report, Deputy Cedrick Henderson was patrolling when he noticed a 2014 BMW sedan. The car had a…
Branford man calls cops on himself
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, May 17, the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office received a call from 43-year-old Branford resident James Robert Lombardi. According to the report, he explained to the Communications Center…
Communities join together to remember those lost
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Memorial Day was created after the Civil War, and was originally called “Decoration Day.” It was meant to recognize all the soldiers lives lost during the bloodiest American war….
Suwannee Pineview Chorus performs at Dowling Park
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, May 17, the Suwannee Pineview Elementary School Chorus made its annual trip to Advent Christian Village. Each year the group heads to the retirement community to entertain…
SVEC helps raise money with cornhole
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Saturday, May 4, the Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) hosted their annual Suwannee Valley Charity Cornhole Tournament. This event raises money for the United Way of Suwannee Valley,…
Suwannee School Board receives multiple donations for Branford
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Tuesday, May 28, the Suwannee County School Board met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with special recognitions from the superintendent, Ted Roush, starting with Nutrien…
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor, It saddens me once again that a citizen has been killed in an auto accident caused by police in pursuit of a fleeing driver. First, let me say that I…
Around the Banks
Johnny Bullard Guest Columnist You know I can still hear the sound of an organ keyboard being played and, at times, I am back in our den here at the Eight Mile…
Florida drivers warned of SunPass scam
Kenzie James reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Several Florida drivers have been recently receiving scam text messages asking them to pay SunPass fees, and to which the SunPass Customer Service Center and the Florida Attorney General…
SREC opens online applications for electric bill assistance
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Beginning on Wednesday, May 22, the Suwannee River Economic Council (SREC) opened its online applications for individuals needing financial assistance with their home electric bills. This program will be…
SCSO warns of crypto scam
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, May 31, the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office made an announcement warning the public about a new scam regarding cryptocurrency. “These scams have led to significant financial losses…
Florida schools now able to have voluntary chaplains
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com In 2023, Texas became the first state to pass a law allowing volunteer chaplains in schools. Of course, Florida has been quick to follow suit. On Thursday, April 18,…
It’s a crime to steal signs
Rick Patrick reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com With the election season beginning, and more candidates entering political races, folks are reminded that it is against the law to steal, vandalize or otherwise deface campaign signs. The…
FDLE releases update on shooting investigation
Kenzie James reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) released an update on their investigation and the name of one of the victims of the shooting at Ginnie Springs on Saturday,…