Christian Peterson [email protected] On Thursday, May 21, the Jasper City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting began with the council approving the agenda for the evening. After that, council…
Category: Community News
Community rallies around Ernie Clayton and family during heart transplant journey
Hailey Waldo Riverbend News The Suwannee County community continues to rally around Ernie Clayton and his family as they navigate the challenging road following Clayton’s recent heart transplant surgery. Friends, family and…
Blackberry Festival this weekend!
Danny Federico [email protected] Summer is finally here, and that means it’s time once more for one of Riverbend News’ favorite traditions. The Fourth Annual Riverbend News Blackberry Festival is set for Saturday,…
2026 Atlantic hurricanes named
Ady Hammock Riverbend News The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season begins on Monday, June 1, and will last until Monday, Nov. 30. The World Meteorological Organization names the storms each year, beginning with…
Beware of hurricane cleanup scams
Ady Hammock Riverbend News The Big Bend region of Florida has seen more than enough hurricanes in recent years. There were no major storms last year, but in 2024, Helene caused 18…
Quick emergency alerts available to Hamilton residents
The Hamilton County Divison of Emergency Management is providing emergency notifications for emergencies such as severe weather, evacuations, missing persons, sudden road closures and more through Everbridge. This allows families to prepare…
AlertSuwannee emergency notification service available
Ady Hammock Riverbend News AlertSuwannee is a text system designed to inform residents of emergencies such as severe weather, evacuations, missing persons, sudden road closures and more. This allows families to prepare…
Quick emergency alerts available to Lafayette residents
Ady Hammock Riverbend News The Lafayette County Division of Emergency Management is providing emergency notifications for emergencies such as severe weather, evacuations, missing persons, sudden road closures and more through Everbridge. This…
How power is restored after an outage
Ady Hammock Riverbend New With the upcoming hurricane season comes rain, wind and power outages. Being left in the dark can be frustrating, but local electric companies immediately get to work to…
NOAA predicts below-normal hurricane season
Laz Aleman Riverbend News The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its outlook for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season on Thursday, May 21. Like two earlier forecasts released by other sources,…
Dual enrolled student spotlight of the month – Jesus Martinez Gregorio
NFC Contributor North Florida College (NFC) offers a Dual Enrollment program that allows students to earn college credits while still in high school and at no cost. The NFC Office of Dual…
North Florida College recognizes academic distinction and leadership at 2026 Honors Convocation
NFC Contributor North Florida College formally recognized academic excellence, leadership and service during its 2026 Honors Convocation, an annual academic tradition that highlights student achievement across disciplines and celebrates the intellectual and…
The Little Miss LHS Pageant is approaching
Ady Hammock Riverbend News The Little Miss Lafayette High School (LHS) Pageant will be held in August, and they are looking for participants in all age divisions. This year’s theme is “Storybook,”…
Hatch Bend Baptist Church to host Memorial Day worship celebration
Danny Federico [email protected] “Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends.” (John 15:13 NKJV) Hatch Bend Baptist Church will host a Memorial Day Worship…
VBS CALENDAR
If your church will be hosting a VBS, please reach out to Danny Federico at [email protected] or call 386-364-4141. First Baptist Church of Live Oak: Rainforest Falls Sunday, May 31 – Thursday,…
Wildflower Festival blooms despite rainy start
Danny Federico [email protected] Despite the rainy start to the morning, community members still gathered at Heritage Parks & Gardens on Saturday, May 2, for the return of the annually anticipated Wildflower Festival…
Hamilton County Sheriff ’s Office launches Guardian Alert decal program
Christian Peterson [email protected] The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) is offering free Guardian Alert Vehicle decals to help first responders identify vehicles that may have an occupant with autism or special needs….