Ady Kinsley Riverbend News Registration for the Branford Youth Football League and Cheerleading team is now open for the 2026 season. The program has football and cheer programs for kids ages 4…
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Lafayette FFA attends 98th Florida FFA State Convention: Parliamentary Procedure wins State
Chad Lyons Contributor Forty-eight Lafayette Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter members attended the 98th Annual Florida FFA State Convention and Expo at the Caribe Royale Resort in Kissimmee, Fla., from Sunday,…
Women of the Word to collect diapers all month
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News The Women of the Word, in collaboration with Florida Baptist Children’s Home (FBCH), will be hosting a diaper drive during the month of July. Diapers of any brand…
New Harmony United Methodist Church welcomes new pastor
New Harmony United Methodist Church Contributor New Harmony United Methodist Church welcomes the Reverend James Howes as its new pastor. Pastor James has served the United Methodist Church faithfully for the past…
HamCo WaterSmart initiative aims to equip youth with lifesaving swim skills
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News A new program aimed at promoting water safety and swimming confidence among youth is making a splash this summer. The HamCo WaterSmart initiative will provide Hamilton County children…
Take steps to reduce your risk of falling
Kim Griffin Contributor A simple misstep can change your life in a matter of seconds. For older adults, a fall can lead to serious injuries, hospital stays, loss of confidence, reduced independence…
First Federal Bank donates check to The Arc
Ady Kinsley Riverbend News The Arc North Florida’s Mayo location recently shared a Facebook post expressing its appreciation to the First Federal Bank of Mayo, which on Tuesday, June 23, provided The…
Branford Public Library hosts prehistoric discovery program with Aucilla Research Institute
Hailey Waldo Riverbend New The Branford Public Library welcomed a special educational program yesterday in partnership with the Aucilla Research Institute, featuring a hands-on presentation that brought Florida’s ancient past to life….
D.E.V.O.T.E.D. 4-H Club celebrates 12th Anniversary Gala in Live Oak
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The D.E.V.O.T.E.D. 4-H Club marked a major milestone with its 12th Anniversary Celebration Gala on Friday, June 27, at 6 p.m. The event was held at the Suwannee…
Lafayette County to say goodbye to historic Cooks Hammock Fire Tower
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News After standing watch over the forests of Lafayette County for more than six decades, the historic Cooks Hammock Fire Tower is preparing to leave the community it has…
Hamilton County Sheriff ’s Office reactivates Explorer Post 556 to develop future leaders
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) is excited to announce the reactivation of Explorer Post 556, a youth leadership program meant to inspire and prepare the next generation…
2025 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report
Town of Mayo-PWSID# 234118 We’re pleased to provide you with this year’s Annual Water Quality Report. We want to keep you informed about the excellent water and services we have delivered to…
Stolen family heirloom sought in Lafayette County
Danny Federico [email protected] A Lafayette County family is asking for the public’s help recovering a treasured family heirloom that was stolen from private property approximately three years ago. The heirloom, a 60-gallon…
DOH-Suwannee Issues Rabies Alert
DOH-Suwannee Contributor The Florida Department of Health in Suwannee County (DOH-Suwannee) is issuing a rabies alert in Suwannee County in response to a confirmed case of rabies in a raccoon exposed in…
Judge Jennifer K. Griffin presented Service Above Self award
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News Suwannee County Judge Jennifer K. Griffin was recognized for her outstanding dedication to the community during the Live Oak Rotary Club’s meeting on Monday, June 22, by receiving…
Beloved community member passes away in boating accident
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Wednesday, July 1, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission was notified at approximately 8 p.m. of a missing boater in Gilchrist County. According to reports, a 17-foot…
Josh Daniel sentenced to four years for role in White Springs homicide
Christian Peterson [email protected] On Tuesday, June 30, Josh Daniel, 19, appeared in court for sentencing in the homicide case involving William “Junior” Powell Jr. Daniel previously pleaded guilty to accessory after the…