Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com Allison Renee has always cared about her community. In fact, it’s something that weighed on her mind so much that it was often brought up in conversation with family…
Oasis Church of Branford announces Spring Tent Revival
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com “Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirt, saith the Lord of hosts” (Zechariah 4:6). The Oasis Church of Branford is set to hold a Spring Tent…
Remembering Suwannee: Nancy Parshley, Part 3
Eric Musgrove Contributor This week, we’ll complete our discussion on Nancy Parshley, wife of John Parshley and an early pioneer of Live Oak. In 1870, the AME Church Conference held a meeting…
Be aware of sexual abuse — Know the facts
Heather Ainsley reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Every 68 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted. Every nine minutes, that victim is a child. These startling statistics are compiled every five years by RAINN.org, also known as…
Local law enforcement raise awareness for child abuse
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO), Live Oak Police Department (LOPD) and Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) have all joined together with the University of Florida Child Advocacy Center…
Branford Town Council passes mobile home moratorium and reviews code enforcement procedures
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Branford Town Hall saw a packed house on Tuesday, April 9, for the town council’s regularly scheduled meeting. During the evening’s discussion, two items of note were brought up,…
City Clerk Loretta Taylor remains after 3-2 vote
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Jasper City Council convened for its regular session on Thursday, April 18, addressing a range of civic matters impacting the community. The meeting was chaired by Jay Daigle…
Eighth Annual Suwannee River Catfish Festival makes a splash in Branford
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Catfish lovers from all around found themselves reeled into one of the largest festivals in southern Suwannee County on Saturday, April 13. Individuals flooded onto the Suwannee River Greenway…
Jam out with the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park’s free kids camp
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Several times each year, the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park hosts an enriching three-day musical extravaganza tailored to youth aged 5 to 17. Nestled amidst the serene backdrop…
Fulfill your gridiron dreams with Suwannee Youth Football
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com It’s that time of year again! Suwannee Youth Football and Cheer will be kicking off the youth football season on Saturday, April 27, with its annual Skills Camp. From…
Nurturing companionship in the garden
Laura Young reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com “Wine and cheese are ageless companions, like aspirin and aches, or June and moon, or good people and noble ventures.” – M. F. K. Fisher Companionship is such an…
Lynne Hutchins: Unveiling the tapestry of family tales
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Lynne Hutchins, an author with a flair for unraveling the threads of history and family lore, is set to captivate readers with her distinctive works, “Letters Unposted” and “Turning…
Calling all volunteers: Beautification begins with your help!
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Join the White Springs Historic Preservation Society on Sunday, April 28, as the community comes together to help beautify the town. The event, which will begin at 1 p.m.,…
Living God’s way: Conditions to receiving wisdom
Carlton G. McPeak Guest Columnist One sure way to navigate the trials of this life is to get the wisdom God provides. Wisdom can come from many places and be attained in…
Cagle grams: Words
James H. Cagle Guest Columnist “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God” (John 1:1 KJV). We love words. We love taking them…
Governor Ron DeSantis signs HB 549 to combat theft and boost law enforcement safety
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com In a bid to tackle the escalating issue of theft and enhance safety measures for law enforcement officers, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 549 into law on Monday, April…
Bloom into spring with the First Annual Wildflower Festival
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Experience the vibrance of spring at the First Annual Wildflower Festival, hosted by Suwannee Festivals, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 27. The festival will take…