Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Thursday, April 23, Suwannee High School (SHS) hosted its Second Annual Academic Signing Day. The event was held to honor and recognize students who will attend a four-year…
Category: Community News
Wildfire fight continues in Lafayette County swampland
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org A wildfire that began as a 100-acre blaze in southern Lafayette County has since grown into a 2,200-acre firefighting operation deep within the Rawhide Sog and Mallory Swamp Wildlife…
Explore faith with Bible summer fun
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org 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…
Registration open for Creation Arts Camp
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org Creation Arts Camp at Camp Suwannee, sponsored by The Village Church at Advent Christian, will be held from Monday, June 8, through Friday, June 12. The camp will take…
Register now for FCA Leadership camp
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org Students who are members of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) in Columbia, Hamilton, Lafayette and Suwannee Counties and want to be a part of their schools’ FCA leadership…
Remembering Suwannee: U.S.S. Suwannee, Part 1
Eric Musgrove County Historian Suwannee County has always been committed to freedom and has furnished men and women to serve their country in every military conflict since before Florida was even a…
MegaKnights cap off strong season with top-three state finish
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Suwannee Middle School’s (SMS) Rocket League team, the MegaKnights, ended an impressive season with an appearance at the Sunshine State Esports League (SSEL) state semifinals on Tuesday, April 28….
Be the present for Mother’s Day
Mickey Starling Riverbend News Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 10, and it is always a festive affair at churches everywhere. Restaurants and flower shops also make large amounts of money on this…
How to ensure a relaxing day for Mom this Mother’s Day
Metro Contributor The unconditional love and undying patience moms exhibit as they raise their children is worthy of more than just a single day of appreciation in May. Moms do a lot…
National Correctional Officer’s Week: Honoring the unsung heroes
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Correctional officers, much like dispatchers, are an important part of America’s justice system that get little recognition. These unsung heroes are tasked with a myriad of duties, all of…
Paw-sitive Adoption Spotlight: Woody
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Woody, only 4-months-old, may be the last of his litter, but his story and spirit make him impossible to overlook. This sweet German Shorthaired Pointer mix puppy was bottle-fed…
Jail Report 4.28 – 5.4
Lafayette County April 28 Daniel Whitslar, out-of-county warrant May 2 Juvenile, battery, marijuana possession, drug equipment possession May 3 Byron Mitchell, two out-of-county warrant Hamilton County Arrest information for Hamilton County will…
The May/June Front Porch has arrived
Laura Young editor@riverbendnews.org It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the May/June 2026 edition of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed, and subscribers should…
Celestial events in May
Hailey Heseltine editor@riverbendnews.org For those who like to keep eyes on the skies, May has some interesting activity in store. • For most of the month, Venus and Jupiter will be visible…
34th annual letter carriers “Stamp Out Hunger” food drive is May 9
Jennifer Anchors Contributor The National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) is celebrating the 34th anniversary of the “Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive,” the largest one- day food drive in the country. United…
From ideas to action: Branford students shine at inaugural Civics Fair
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Branford High School (BHS) students stepped into the role of problem-solvers during the school’s inaugural Civics Fair on Thursday, April 23. Throughout the day, students presented ideas for improving…
Vote Stefan Blue for County Commissioner District 2
Today, I am proud to announce my candidacy for the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners, District 2. As a lifelong resident of Suwannee County, I have dedicated my career to public…