Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org The sound of fireworks sent Adrian running for cover. While other children laughed and watched the sky light up on New Year’s Eve, Adrian covered his ears and retreated…
Category: Community News
Support Evan Howell and his fight against AML
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org First Federal Bank has long been an integral part of the community, with locations across all three of Riverbend News’ counties. The bank has consistently supported local families, sports…
Burn bans issued amid ongoing drought conditions
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Burn bans are in effect across Hamilton and Lafayette Counties as drought conditions and elevated wildfire risk continue to impact North Florida. As of Monday, April 20, the Hamilton…
Thanks to the Linemen Who Keep Our Nation Up & Running
Melissa Seixas, State President, Duke Energy Florida Contributor It’s easy to take reliable power for granted. You flip a switch and the lights turn on – you don’t have to wonder how…
Tri-County Electric is offering a scholarship opportunity
Hailey Heseltine editor@riverbendnews.org Applications are now open for the Tri- County Electric Cooperative’s (TCEC) Energizing Education Scholarship. Students from the Jefferson, Madison and Taylor counties have the opportunity to receive up to…
LHS FBLA awards banquet to take place
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org The Lafayette High School (LHS) Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) organization will be holding their annual banquet on Thursday, April 30. FBLA members, families, sponsors and supporters are…
Music in the Park happening this weekend
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org Music in the Park returns on Saturday, April 18. Beginning at noon, this fun-filled event is sure to entertain the family. There will be live gospel music, personal testimonies,…
National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org A lot of the world is run by people in roles that are rarely seen in the public eye. Whether that is public works employees or the administrative side…
Mayo essay competition deadline is April 20
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org There is a large writing community in the Suwannee Valley area, along with a lot of people willing to support local writers. That is why the literature community is…
Exciting news for Hamilton County EMS
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org The Florida Department of Health recently awarded the Hamilton County Emergency Medical Services (HCEMS) with a grant through the Rural EMS Grant Program. HCEMS’s application ranked first in Florida,…
Suwannee Valley Electric Co-op holding 89th annual meeting
Ady Hammock editor@riverbendnews.org The Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) will be holding its 89th Annual Meeting of Members at the Suwannee County Agricultural Coliseum on Saturday, April 25. This meeting is for…
All Our Kidz hosts town-wide egg hunt
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org All Our Kidz is a nonprofit organization based in White Springs. The group, founded by Kizzy Burch, is focused on helping “disadvantaged youth through experiential education, workforce readiness and…
Mayo Masonic Lodge honors longtime members for service and dedication
Stan Swam Contributor Mayo Masonic Lodge recently recognized three members for their longstanding commitment and service to the lodge, the Masonic Fraternity and the community. Fred Hamlin was honored for 55 years…
Hamilton County Commission approves land use fees increases
Rick Patrick editor@riverbendnews.org During the regular meeting of the Hamilton County Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday, April 7, the commissioners approved a number of requested changes in fees associated with Land…
“I’m not that person anymore” Live Oak teen’s life transformed by rare disease treatment
Danny Federico editor@riverbendnews.org Live Oak native Marley Gaskins is a teenager in the most ordinary ways. She dances. She goes to camp. She spends time with friends, experiments with her hair and…
Suwannee Commissioners approve new plan with Stevia manufacturer
Christian Peterson reporter@riverbendnews.org On Tuesday, April 7, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners met for its regularly scheduled meeting. The board began by approving the minutes from the previous meeting before…
United Way of Suwannee Valley Kentucky Derby Party
Jennifer Anchors Contributor The United Way of Suwannee Valley is excited to announce its upcoming Kentucky Derby Party, an evening of celebration and community support benefiting the organization’s Community Investment Fund. The…